The skin is the largest of our organs. between 1.5 and 2 square meters (like a bath towel), and about 5 kg in weight. The skin is much more than a transparent dress that covers the entire body, much more than a barrier between the interior and the exterior.
It is an organ directly connected to the brain. thanks to all its nerve endings, which captures, processes and transmits a large number of stimuli on a day-to-day basis, and these affect us.
When we have a skin problem, it usually indicates an imbalance in the nervous system. And when the mind is not balanced, it manifests in the skin. This relationship is so important that there is a new specialty: psychodermatology, which provides a much broader vision of what skin problems indicate.
Emotions are seen on the skin
The skin has a lot in common with the nervous system. because they have the same embryological origin and share neuromodulators that carry internal information.
Emotions are also expressed on the skin due to this common origin.
- A state of stress makes the skin red, heated, like when we feel shame or anger.
- He blanches with fear.
- It is radiant with joy and happiness, expressing the good health of the nervous system.
Like a mirror, this is how skin and brain are related. For this reason, skin problems such as acne or psoriasis, which compromise self-image, can end up causing sadness or depression, and vice versa! The process can cycle in reverse.
caresses that heal
We give kisses or hugs on WhatsApp, but we really need them to live fully. Contact and touch are essential for our survival.
5 tips to pamper her
Every 20-30 days the skin cells are renewed. You change your “suit” about a thousand times throughout your life. This is good news, because a change towards healthier habits will be reflected quickly. Here is a small guide on what to do in each case
1. Cleaning
Faced with a skin problem (acne, dry skin…), it is highly advisable to cleanse the liver once a year, preferably in spring, to avoid constipation and feed our intestinal flora well.
2. Acne
Many acne creams contain disinfectant and anti-inflammatory chemicals that reduce the pustules, but end up damaging the skin. It is best to apply a natural clay mask daily.
3. Psoriasis
Emotional factors, especially stress, are strongly correlated with the onset and exacerbation of psoriasis. Balnotherapy and sea water are of great help.
4. Dermatitis
Green clay helps improve it. We can make ourselves a mask:
- Mix it with water.
- Extend it and let it act for a few minutes to absorb excess fat.
- Remove it with lukewarm water and a vegetable sponge.
5. Stress
It’s that obvious: if we take care of our peace of mind and take care of our skin. When we have a skin problem, it usually indicates an imbalance in the nervous system. If the mind is not balanced, it ends up manifesting.