When we started our life we were a little baby and the only way we could communicate to our parents that something was wrong was through crying. Were we wet? Hungry? Tired? It was up to our parents to figure that out. It’s not unlike our skin. Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies. It can alert us to something that is going on beneath the surface.
Here are 10 signs that your skin is giving you.
1. Dry, itchy skin.
If your moisturizer is no longer moisturizing, it could be a chronic inflammatory skin condition called eczema. Eczema can cause dry, itchy and inflamed or cracked skin. It has immunological, genetic, and environmental components and is also related to asthma and hayfever.
2. Chin and jawline breakouts.
Seeing those pimples pop up on your chin and jawline again? This could be your skin’s way of telling you you have a hormone imbalance. Try to eliminate stress from your life, eat a clean diet and drink lots of water. If you are still experiencing these breakouts, a visit to your Naturopath for hormone testing could give you the answers you’re looking for.
3. Dark circles.
Before you cover those babies up, consider where they are coming from. These circles can be a combination of genetics, age or lifestyle factors. Specifically, as you age the structural support around your eyes changes. But these dark circles can also be caused by a nutrient deficiency, lack of hydration or not enough sleep.
4. Sallow complexion.
Dehydration can cause your skin to lackluster and your face can become sallow-looking. Our dry winter climate can also play a role. It’s important to drink plenty of water and get ample sleep to improve your sallow complexion.
5. Red bumps.
Don’t assume all red bumps are pimples. A ruddy complexion, redness, and dry skin can all be symptoms of rosacea. This chronic condition is caused by environmental and genetic factors and is usually triggered by weather, spicy foods, stress, and exercise.
6. Visible veins
Unsightly veins aren’t merely cosmetic. Veins can be an indicator of your circulatory health. Spider veins or varicose veins on your legs can signal deeper issues with your blood flow caused by age, weight, and genetics and could indicate future health concerns.
7. Dark patches.
Dark pigmentation on the face (known as melasma) tends to be related to hormonal spikes in women and is usually exacerbated by the sun.
8. Dry, cracked lips.
The most common cause of dry lips is the weather and frequent lip-licking, but you could also be developing an allergy to a product such as lipstick or toothpaste. If you have redness, scaling, or fissuring at the corners of your mouth, you could have an infection that is sometimes associated with a vitamin deficiency or a chronic illness.
9. Constant flushing.
Are you embarrassed about looking embarrassed? A chronically red forehead and cheeks could be caused by dilated blood vessels due to the chronic skin condition rosacea. Extreme flushing can also be caused by hormonal changes in women such as menopause.
10. Sunspots.
Freckles and dark spots are a measure of your lifelong sun damage. Most of this damage occurs during childhood and teenage years. Keep an eye on any changes to moles, lesions, or sores that do not heal.
We always recommend you consult with your physician if your skin is trying to tell you something. Illuminate Skin Therapies can also support your skin conditions and build a custom program for you to alleviate any skin concerns. Book a complimentary consultation with us and we’ll help you uncover what your skin is trying to tell you.
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