Back to school means back to stress...yay?
New semester, same chaos. Between deadlines, group projects, endless social plans (whether you want them or not), and figuring out what to wear without looking like you tried too hard, you’re juggling a lot. And while you’re managing your workload like a champ (or at least pretending to), your skin might not be taking it as well.
Yes, stress shows up on your face, and no, it’s not just in your head.
What Does Stress Actually Do to the Body?
Stress isn’t just a vibe. It’s a biological response. When you’re stressed, your body releases cortisol (aka the stress hormone), which sends your systems into high alert. That spike can mess with your sleep, digestion, focus, and… you guessed it, your skin.
Your body starts prioritizing "survival mode" and temporarily shelves things like healthy digestion, proper cell repair, and other chill, skin-loving processes. Which brings us to…
How Stress Can Mess with Your Skin
Stress doesn’t just feel draining. It can make your skin act out in ways you didn’t ask for:
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More visible zits
Cortisol increases oil production, which can clog pores and lead to those unwanted surface surprises. -
Redness or irritation
Stress weakens your skin barrier, making it more reactive to things that normally wouldn’t bother you. -
Slower skin recovery
Your body’s not healing or clearing as quickly, which means those bumps stick around longer than they should.
Translation: That big exam or presentation might show up on your face, too.
So, What Now? ZitSticka to the Rescue
We can’t do your homework or talk to your professor (sorry), but we can help your skin stay calm while your schedule goes full chaos mode. That’s where our favorite stress-busting support squad comes in:
- Goo Getter - The OG whitehead patch that flattens fast. Great for overnight recovery or between study breaks.
- Undercover Patch - A sheer, daytime-friendly patch you can wear to class, club meetings, or wherever stress follows you.
- Undercover Liquid Patch - Targeted liquid formula with skin-supporting ingredients to help calm visible flare-ups right at the source.
TLDR?
School can be stressful. Stress can show up on your skin. We’ve got your back and face. Keep your patches close and your cortisol in check. This semester, you’re not letting stress win.
