Your Skin Is Stressed and Your Retinol Routine Might Be Making It Worse

For the skin that breaks out when life gets stressful, the marks left behind, and the skin that can't tolerate topical retinol.

You know the cycle. Life gets stressful, your skin breaks out, and just when the spots finally disappear, you're left with dark marks that seem to stick around forever.

So you reach for retinol, but instead of clearer, smoother skin, you're dealing with peeling, redness and irritation. Sound familiar?

It's not bad skin, it's stressed skin.

What does stress have to do with your skin?

More than you might think. When we're stressed, our bodies release cortisol, which can influence oil production, inflammation and the skin barrier. The result? More breakouts, sensitivity and those stubborn post-breakout marks.

And while topical retinol is celebrated for improving skin texture and uneven tone, not everyone's skin can tolerate it.

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It's not topical retinol in a capsule, it's a more considered approach to supporting skin health.

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Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced diet. Formula A is not a medical treatment for acne or hyperpigmentation. Do not take if you're pregnant, or breastfeeding.