Wellness
On TikTok, people are talking about how to de-puff your mug.
TikTok has been on a cortisol kick.
It started months ago withlow-cortisol workoutsthat aimed to be as low-key and stress-free as possible.
Right now its all about cortisol face a topic with over133 million viewson the app.
She moves aside in her TikTok to reveal a picture of herself with a rounder face.
Excuse me, who is that?
she asks while pointing at her now-chiseled facial features.
Is Cortisol Face Real?
Excess cortisol the hormone released in response to stress really can lead to facial puffiness, she tells Bustle.
This is becausecortisol can cause fluid retention, which may result in a rounder, puffier face.
Cortisol comes from your adrenal glands located by your kidneys.
It starts pumping when youre infight-or-flight modeto help you get away from danger.
How Can You Fix Cortisol Face?
By managing stress, you prevent the body from producing excess cortisol, thereby reducing fluid retention.
Understanding the impact of stress on your health can encourage you to seek healthier lifestyles andstress management techniques.
Also, self-diagnosis and treatment based on social media trends can be misleading and potentially harmful, she says.
It’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and treatment.
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Source:
Dr. Hannah Kopelman, dermatologist atKopelman Aesthetic Surgery
