Our skin is our first line of defense against free radicals, the sun and any other environmental pollutants or toxins that we may be exposed to. When there is an internal problem our skin reveals symptoms of what may be occurring beneath the surface of the skin.
Recently, women have been experiencing excessive hair thinning and hair loss, which has been linked to in some cases a blockage of the estrogen receptors; due to the fact that women are ingesting synthetic hormones at an accelerated rate. As a result the body is not allowed to supply the body estrogen naturally. Thus, the synthetic estrogen creates a false reading in the body and the natural body receptors no longer respond. These products affect the adrenal glands, specifically the thyroid which are instrumental in areas such as hair growth, and weight loss and gain.
I use this as an example to say that our hormones serve a very important function. Hormones are significant to the health and wellness of our skin, and are significant in their contribution to skin cell proliferation and the regeneration of the skin. Specific skin conditions occur as a result of glandular dysfunction and play a significant role in premature aging and skin health in general.
Endocrinology or our endocrine system is what governs these hormones and our hormonal health. Our glands secrete the hormones into our bloodstreams, so if for any reason the endocrine system is not operating efficiently, specific hormones needed may not be supplied, and the skin among other bodily functions will be affected.
Estrogen is a steroid hormone that is instrumental in regulation of the female menstrual cycle, as well as a significant factor in maintaining skin health. During menopause, estrogen levels begin to fluctuate which affects the efficacy of the skin. It is important to note that if we have inner balance in our body systems, organs, and glands, that is revealed as glowing, skin and beautiful hair.
Beautiful glowing skin simply indicates that our endocrine system and steroid hormonal functions (among others) are operating well and is reflected in the health of our skin, which will be moist, dewy, elastic and clear. Skin that is dry, wrinkled, experiencing dermatitis, psoriasis, melasma, or rosacea or any other condition is resultant of an underlying dysfunction directly connected to our glandular systems. If you are experiencing skin conditions suddenly that concern you, it is important that you consult your skin care professional, or dermatologist.
Diet and exercise and environmental factors each play a role and support your skin health. As I stated earlier, skin is our first line of defense and also reflects that there may be a change in your body and how it is functioning, but this is not to say that a condition such as dermatitis is something to be overtly concerned about, it could be that the skin has just become sensitized to a product or a specific ingredient which is easily solved through process of elimination. Recent studies have shown that if you are experiencing psoriasis, smoking or stress could be the reason, because both create bio chemical changes in the body.
Our hormones are critical to skin health and overall wellness, so be aware of how hormones work for the body to understand how their dysfunction affects your overall health and your skin, understanding that maintenance of your body is food for your skin, giving you the glowing healthy skin you desire.
Hello,
I’m Johnnie James, of Johnnie James Skin and Bodyworks. I am a skin care professional, and have been in the industry for 15 years.
I have been a salon owner, and educator and have worked as a cosmetologists as well, I have worked as an educator for Gerda Spillman Cosmetics an international cosmetic company, as well as Wella International.
