Dermatologist Dendy Engleman tellsElle: “Acne mechanica comes from friction.

Stress hurts our skin because it also triggers the release of cortisol, which can trigger acne flare-ups.

The best way to try and get stress under control would be to meditate or exercise.

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And be patient, because the pandemic, like all things, will eventually pass.

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