Unmasking the Stress Hormone: How Cortisol Affects Beauty, Skin Health, and Self-Perception

Hair health is another aspect of beauty impacted by cortisol. High stress levels have been linked to hair loss conditions such as telogen effluvium, which causes hair to enter the shedding phase prematurely. Additionally, stress can contribute to thinning hair or changes in hair texture. For many, these changes can evoke feelings of anxiety and self-doubt, further perpetuating the cycle of stress and hormonal imbalance.