Stressed skin is on the rise and it’s no wonder with the current state of affairs. Many of us are feeling the pinch and the very first place it shows? Our skin. If your clients are searching for solutions, we’ve got you covered. Learn what causes stressed skin, how to treat it and more importantly, how to balance stressed skin long term. We have a feeling 2022 might just surpass 2021’s level of uncertainty so please reach out to your Sales & Education Executive if you need more support. 

What Causes Stressed Skin?

Stressed skin is usually the result of either environmental aggravation or hormonal changes. If environmental stressors are affecting your clients’ skin, you will notice increased redness, irritation and accelerated skin ageing. 

Mental and physical stress increases the production of the hormone cortisol which triggers our body’s natural fight or flight response. This is a good thing if we’re in a life or death situation but for everyday stress and prolonged stress, it’s not ideal. 

Cortisol triggers testosterone which increases oil production in the skin. Too much sebum in the skin can lead to blocked pores. Couple that with the increase of skin inflammation and immune suppression so often seen with prolonged stress and it’s no wonder the skin suffers. 

 

Identify Problem Areas

Is your client suffering from stressed skin? If so, you’ll notice at least one of these symptoms during your consultation: eczema, psoriasis, dry skin, redness, irritation, a dull complexion and breakouts. 

Take note of premature ageing, dark circles and skin imperfections as they are generally the result of inadequate sleep which is common when stressed.

Identify your clients’ key contributing factors to treat their skin effectively. 

Educate 

If your client is suffering from stressed skin, it’s really important they look after their skin. While it’s tempting to reach for every skincare product, it’s counterproductive. 

Avoid:

• Over-cleansing the skin strips the skin’s natural barrier function. 
• Over-exfoliating removes the skin’s protective layer leaving it vulnerable to further skin conditions. 
• Alkaline or very acidic skincare products create an imbalance in the skin resulting in redness, itching and tightness. 
• Skincare products that cause stinging, itching, blotches, tightness can indicate a skin reaction. 
• Irritants such as cleaning products laden with chemicals, metals, nickel and rubber can increase skin inflammation. 
• Food products such as gluten, dairy, MSG, wine and soy can cause skin reactivity. 

Stressed and inflamed skin has four contributing factors that should be taken into account when providing effective skincare solutions. Speak with your client to find the source of their skin discomfort. 

Genetic history and disorders, topical irritants, food intolerances, environmental stressors and hormone fluctuations can contribute to and exacerbate symptoms. 

Treat

The Calm Me Down Treatment has been developed to treat stressed skin. Formulated to address sensitivities, strengthen and calm using Dr Spiller’s exclusive HY-TEC™ Emulsion System. 

Follow these steps as stage 1 in treating stressed skin: 

• Cleanse / Steam: Hydro Marin Cleansing Foam 
• Exfoliate: Jojoba Peeling Cream 
• Tone: Hydro Marin Freshener 
• Massage: Vitamin Skin Function Oil 
• Mask: Azulen Mask 
• Tone: Hydro Marin Freshener 
• Serum: Sanvita Gel 
• Moisturise: Sanvita Cream 
• Eyes: Eye Repair Ampoules 

Sanvita® Cream

Our top recommendation for in-salon and at-home treatment to tackle stressed skin is Sanvita Cream. This 24-hour cream works to protect in the morning and relax stressed skin in the evening. 

Formulated with Green Tea to counteract negative influences, green tea contains a powerful mix of vitamins including B, C & E along with minerals to help rebuild the skin and results in a more supple appearance. The inclusion of ginseng revitalises skin cells and hydrates while neutralising free radicals. 

Ginseng and Green Tea join forces to create a potent cream to stabilise, protect and relax the skin. 

Benefits: 

• Deflects environmental stress 
• Enables skin to regenerate 
• Protects against premature ageing 

Features:

• Dr Spiller’s exclusive HY-TEC™ Emulsion System
• Biomimetically replicates the skin’s own natural barrier function for moisture protection from environmental drying
• Extract blend (green tea and ginseng)
• Reduces the appearance of redness, smooths and soothes normally reactive skin types
• Barrier function replicates (lanolin, glycerin and lecithin)
• Antioxidant and vitamin cocktail (vitamins Pro-B5, C and E)
• Visibly restores moisture and skin repair

Sanvita® Cream is ideal for clients who spend a lot of time outdoors. It’s best for dry/combination skin and works for sensitised, irritated and barrier function impaired skin. It can be used AM and PM following the appropriate Dr Spiller products. 

Key Ingredients

Sanvita Cream has been formulated to target stressed skin types with specifically developed ingredients including: 

• Green Tea: A potent antioxidant-rich in polyphenols, flavonoids, tannins, vitamins B2, A, C, D, E and K to visibly soothe, repair and strengthen the skin.
• Ginseng: A hydrating and soothing botanical rich in antioxidant polyphenols, flavonoids and tannins.
• Panthenol: Present in all living cells. Readily absorbed and penetrates deeply. Intensely hydrating, has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. The deficiency of vitamin B5 can lead to dermatological disorders.
• Glycerin: A biomimetic potent hydrator found naturally in NMF for increased moisture.
• Lecithin: Biomimetic protectant found in the acid mantle to protect against TEWL.
• Olive Oil: Nourishing botanical rich in biomimetic triglycerides, fatty acids and squalene.
• Vitamin E: A skin-identical potent antioxidant, naturally secreted by the sebaceous gland for environmental moisture protection.
• Vitamin C: A potent antioxidant that nurtures natural collagen synthesis for a more supple appearance.
• Octyl Methoxycinnamate: A non-irritating sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB rays.

Contact your Sales & Education Executive should you wish to place an order because we have a special bundle deal running on Sanvita Cream for the month of April 2022.