Hormones and skin - what’s going on?

Let Your Skin Breathe – Whatever Your Skin Type

Whether your skin is dry, oily, or somewhere in between, hormonal fluctuations can wreak havoc on your complexion. Unbalanced hormones can result in flaky dryness or, on the flip side, excess oiliness and breakouts. The good news? There are natural ways to support your skin from the inside out — and on the outside too.

Balance Your Hormones, Transform Your Skin

Your natural skin responds quickly to internal changes. Hormonal imbalances can contribute to both oiliness and dryness. If you’re struggling with spots or greasy skin, consider cutting back on dairy, reducing sugar and refined carbs, and following a low-glycaemic food plan to help balance testosterone levels.

Estrogen, often referred to as nature’s youth hormone, plays a huge role in maintaining skin elasticity. As estrogen naturally declines in your 40s and beyond, levels of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid also drop, leading to dullness and dryness.

The Power of Plants

Plant-based hormones, or phytoestrogens, may help support estrogen balance. You can find them in soy, flaxseeds, sesame seeds, and legumes — or simply spice up your meals with turmeric, a powerful anti-inflammatory that also supports hormone balance. Turmeric (and its active compound curcumin) can be added to curries, soups, or taken as a supplement.

If you experience headaches before your period, consider eliminating gluten, cutting down sugar and red meat, and avoiding fermented or aged foods. A restricted diet over time can lead to micronutrient deficiencies, so if you’re going long-term with dietary changes, be sure to include a good-quality multivitamin and mineral supplement — your skin will thank you. 

Nature’s Sunscreen

While some sun exposure is essential for vitamin D synthesis, overexposure accelerates skin aging. Keep your face in the shade and wear sunscreen daily. What you eat also matters: antioxidant-rich foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, papaya, and pumpkin help shield skin from within.

One super-skin nutrient is lycopene, found in tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit, and guava — it’s shown to help protect against UV damage when eaten regularly.

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and kale contain indole-3-carbinol, a compound that supports estrogen metabolism and skin health.

Your Skin Reflects Your Lifestyle

So while a nutrient-rich, hormone-supportive diet is key, don’t forget about topical nourishment too.

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