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Does stress cause pimples? - Claudia Aguirre

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Which came first: the stress or the pimples? The physical reactions to stress can cause major breakouts, which, in turn, can be even more stressful! Claudia Aguirre gives just one more reason to get that stress under control.

What major stress hormone increases inflammation and makes sebaceous glands produce more oil in the skin?

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