Staying at home, avoiding junk food and sleeping well was supposed to give you amazing skin; instead, your skin is breaking out and looks dull. Welcome to the club, you are not alone. Avoiding the sun and pollution does make the skin healthy and flawless, but the reason it looks the opposite is probably that you’re stressed out.
Constantly staying indoors, fear of the pandemic and long working hours, are some of the common reasons that induce stress. Stress not only takes a toll on your psyche but also your body; this starts showing up in the form of hair loss and acne. For some people, it may even result in weight loss or weight gain. So, here are a few ways to manage stress better during the lockdown.
Start a hobby
No matter how busy you are, spend some time during the day doing something you like. It could be as simple as watering the plants, painting, reading a book or anything that makes you happy. Try and choose a hobby that does not involve the use of a digital device.
Avoid checking your phone as soon as you wake up
One thing we all do as soon as we wake up is check our phones; break this habit. Waking up to some kind of bad news or work emails can up your stress levels at the beginning of the day. Starting your day on a stressful note will mess your work schedule and even eating and sleeping patterns.
Switch up your skincare routine
Sometimes, worrying too much about how your skin looks can also cause stress. If you are stressed about a skin concern, switch your skincare routine by including products that work well for your skin. Schedule an online consultation with a dermatologist to get expert help.
Pamper yourself
Pampering yourself doesn’t have to be expensive nor does it require a spa. Take a long shower, add some essential oils to your bathwater and light a few candles. Or indulge in something as simple as relaxing with the Simple Kind To Skin De-Stress Sheet Mask on your face, it will not only relax your mind and body but will also de-stress your face.
Meditate
Meditation relaxes your body and calms your senses, which is why it is important to meditate for at least 10 minutes daily. Simple deep breathing exercises in the morning will keep you positively charged throughout the day.
Written by Sanya Hamdani on Jul 02, 2020
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.