The quarantine has brought with it some unwelcome changes to our skin. Here are the five signs of 'lockdown' face If you’ve furloughed your make-up bag during lockdown, you’re not alone.
A recent survey by Boots says 82 percent of us are currently wearing less make-up. So after several weeks of lockdown, by now, in theory, our complexions should be glowing.
Not so if you’re suffering from ‘lockdown face’ – skin concerns triggered by the stressors and lifestyle changes of self-isolation. “Stress can lead to surges or fluctuations in the hormone cortisol, provoking acne flare-ups and exacerbating other skin conditions,” says Dr Nick Lowe, Consultant Dermatologist at London’s Cranley Clinic.