In adult acne and hair loss, both elevated testosterone levels and low estrogen levels can cause or worsen the symptoms. For this reason, skin problems often occur after hormonal contraception has been discontinued or during periods of life with low estrogen levels, z.B. Pregnancy and breastfeeding or in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.
Another factor influencing skin and hair health is stress. The body reacts to ongoing internal and external stress by releasing stress hormones, which increase the skin's production of sebum.
Acne is always accompanied by a disturbed skin barrier. Here, due to the constant inflammation, the skin's ability to regenerate reaches its limits. This effect is intensified by care products that are not optimally adapted to the structure and needs of damaged skin.
Hair loss can also be caused by stress. The stress hormones have a growth-inhibiting effect on the hair follicle by shortening the growth phase of the hair.