Skin Care
How to Get Clear Skin -- According to the ProsThese are the derm-approved secrets to complexion perfection |
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"It's important to look at acne and breakouts in a more global sense," explains Mona Gohara, MD, associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale School of Medicine. "It's not just about throwing some cream on a pimple. Examine your lifestyle to figure out what's causing these pimples in the first place." Factors like diet and how much you're sleeping can all play a role, but the numero uno culprit behind most complexion concerns is stress. Stress hormones, namely cortisol, trigger excessive inflammation, which can both exacerbate existing breakouts and trigger new ones, says Gohara. Obviously, nixing stress entirely isn't humanely possible, but, whenever you can, try to chill the eff out. Trust us, your skin -- and your mind -- will thank you.
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