Glow for Valentine’s Day
Discover the connection between love, feel-good hormones, and your skin this Valentine’s Day.
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we take a deep dive into the link between love and its effects on the skin.
Evidence shows that love and affection can improve mental health, but research now indicates that giving and receiving love can have a positive impact on skin health and wellness too.
Feel-Good Hormones & Skin
Oxytocin, serotonin, dopamine and endorphins all play a key role in creating a healthy glow. Feeling loved and connected increases these ‘feel-good’ hormones, which can counteract cortisol - the stress hormone - and boost microcirculation, strengthen the skin barrier, and reduce inflammation.
Oxytocin
Oxytocin is the hormone that promotes positive feelings. Ruled by the hypothalamus and released into the blood stream, its main role is for childbirth, but this ‘love’ hormone can be boosted through personal connection and love. When levels are increased, it can help reduce stress, which may in turn lessen hormonal breakouts and support stronger skin immunity and healing.
Serotonin
The ‘happy’ hormone helps control mood, appetite, digestion, sleep, and wound healing. Increasing serotonin through touch may reduce skin inflammation, accelerate wound healing, boost antioxidants, and support collagen.
Dopamine
This neurotransmitter plays a role in movement, pleasure, reward motivation, and memory. A dopamine boost may improve microcirculation, giving your skin a natural glow.
Endorphins
Natural pain relievers stimulated by exercise, endorphins increase circulation and oxygenation, delivering nutrients, removing toxins, and reducing stress-related skin issues.
Love the Skin You’re In
An intentional skincare routine not only supports skin health but also enriches your overall sense of well-being. Start loving the skin you’re in by applying your products mindfully.