Crystal Summerz

4381 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

3 saved

7

15

HS Isn’t Just Skin Deep:Stress Could Be A Trigger

When life gets overwhelming, my skin reminds me to slow down.

This road trip isn’t just a getaway, it’s a reset. Stress is one of my biggest HS triggers, and lately? It’s been showing up loud and clear.

Here’s your reminder:

Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s necessary.

Whether it’s a walk, a weekend trip, or just turning off your phone listen to what your body’s saying.

#stress #chronicillness #hidradenitissuppurativasupport #skincare #selfcare

2025/4/12 Edited to

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is an often painful skin condition that can be exacerbated by stress. When stress levels rise, the skin responds, signaling the need for a break and proactive care. It’s essential to understand how mental well-being influences skin conditions like HS. Incorporating self-care practices, such as mindfulness, gentle exercise, or structured relaxation, can improve both emotional and skin health. Consider activities like yoga, meditation, or simply enjoying nature to help alleviate stress. Assess your triggers and seek lifestyle changes that promote relaxation. Hydration, balanced nutrition, and sleep are also crucial in healing your skin and maintaining balance. Additionally, connecting with support communities or professionals specializing in chronic conditions can provide valuable insights and encouragement. Remember, listening to your body is vital—your skin's messages cannot be ignored.

15 comments

please give details of the products and where to buy them!

hugs

See more comments

Related posts

A flat lay of various dried herbs in wooden bowls with a mortar and pestle, featuring text 'Stressed? You NEED these 5 herbs' and social media handles.

Text describing Ashwagandha's adaptogenic and neuroprotective actions, its benefits for stress, cortisol, and sleep, set against a background of dried ashwagandha roots and red berries.

Text detailing Holy Basil Tulsi's adaptogenic and nervine properties, its benefits for mental stress, anxiety, and cognitive function, over a background of fresh holy basil leaves.

🌿Herbs for Stress Resilience🫶

Let’s talk about stress. My focus when working with clients facing burnout or adrenal fatigue is to use herbs that don’t just provide temporary relaxation, but also strengthen the body’s long-term resilience to stress — often called adaptogens and trophorestoratives. The goal isn’t just to manage s

125 likes

Your Kitchen Isn’t Dirty… It Just Looks Like It

You don’t need to deep clean your kitchen… you just need to fix these 5 things. Once I realized THIS, my kitchen started looking clean all the time — not just after I spent hours cleaning it. Most people think it’s: ❌ not cleaning enough ❌ needing more space But it’s actually: 👉 no res

0 likes

tips to manage your stress & cortisol levels ✨

Feeling constantly tired, bloated, or overwhelmed? 😩 Your cortisol levels might be out of balance! Cortisol is your body’s primary stress hormone, helping you respond to challenges—but when it stays elevated for too long, it can lead to fatigue, anxiety, weight gain (especially around the belly), s

1008 likes

The 3 Poop Rule: How Often You Need to Be Pooping

The 3 Poop Rule: How Often You Really Need to Be Pooping Ok pooping - yes let’s talk about it. (While also recognizing the fact that the word poop is funny - repeat it 10x back to back and you’ll see what I mean.) Why talk about poop? Because it says a lot about your health. I used to think co

5850 likes

How Your Body Rejects a Toxic Relationship 🚩😩

Your body often knows a relationship is toxic before your mind fully accepts it. Stress, emotional turmoil, and unhealthy dynamics can manifest in physical symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored. Here are key ways your body might be signaling that it’s rejecting a toxic relationship: 1️⃣ Constant Fa

2825 likes

The Just 3 Rule for Mental Health That Sticks 💭❤️🧠✨

Let me be sooo real with you… Getting fit is hard. Staying consistent? Way harder. It’s not about having the “perfect” body or that one magical workout. It’s about your brain. Your mood. Your mindset. Because honestly? If your mental health is trash, your discipline will be too. And that’s exactly

633 likes

A person with visible abdominal definition holds a phone, with text overlay "Deep Core Exercises for 11 Lines My Full Core Workout 3 days of exercises" and a "SWIPE" arrow.

A text-based workout plan detailing 3 days of deep core exercises, including planks, crunches, leg raises, and other ab-focused movements with specified reps and hold times.

Text explaining the benefits of incorporating weights into core exercises, highlighting increased resistance, progressive overload, and engagement of stabilizing muscles for stronger abs.

🔥Deep Core Exercises for 11 Lines & Abs + Advice

It's common for people to mistake a slim or flat stomach for defined abs - 11 lines, especially if they have a naturally lean build or if their stomach appears toned due to minimal body fat. However, this can be misleading, as having a flat stomach doesn't necessarily mean you have well-def

317 likes

Adaptogens for Stress

Every time the body perceives stress emotional, physical, environmental, or hormonal. Cortisol rises, the nervous system shifts into survival mode, digestion slows, sleep becomes shallow, and over time the body begins borrowing energy from its own reserves. This is where adaptogens come in. Adap

72 likes

A person's feet in sneakers stand on a wooden suspension bridge over a lush, autumn-colored gorge. Overlay text reads "Walking for Weight Loss" and "Scientifically proven walking routine Q".

Text explains that 10,000 steps are linked to lower mortality, better blood sugar, and stronger bones. It also details the health risks of physical inactivity, including increased inflammation markers.

Text discusses apps and tools like walking apps and fitness trackers for tracking steps. It also outlines fat-burning walking workouts such as incline walking, intervals, and Zone 2 cardio, suggesting walking poles for added benefit.

The Walking Routine That Burns Serious Fat 👟🔥🍑

Okay, real talk? Walking is that girl when it comes to weight loss—and honestly, just living longer, feeling better, and not falling apart by the time we're 60. If you've ever thought, "Is walking really enough to help me lose weight?" the answer is YES. But there's more to the

552 likes

Why Crunches Backfire Under Stress

Stress bloat isn’t about doing more core work, it’s about how your body responds to stress. High intensity core exercises like crunches and HIIT can spike cortisol, especially when you’re already under stress. That stress response can increase abdominal pressure and make the waist feel tighter,

258 likes

A smiling woman with curly hair, outdoors, with the text overlay "Habits to practice for clear skin Pt. 2✨" and Lemon8 branding.

An indoor scene featuring a massage table, with the text overlay "DESTRESS" and advice on relieving stress for clear skin.

A woman with a face mask and a towel wrapped around her hair, with the text overlay "STAY CONSISTENT" and advice on skincare routine consistency.

Habits for Clearskin✨🥰

#clear skin #glowupnaturally #esthetician #skincaretips101

486 likes

Cellulite isn’t “just fat”

it’s circulation, hydration & tissue health. What you eat can change the way your skin looks and feels. These foods help: ✨ Boost blood flow 💧 Hydrate from within 🍓 Support collagen & skin texture Consistency is everything. Small daily choices = visible change. And if you want

33 likes

Gainesville Brides: Your Wedding Skin Plan Starts Here! 💍

Getting married soon, Gainesville? Let's create your perfect wedding skin plan with realistic timelines and zero stress. ✨ The secret to flawless wedding makeup isn't just the foundation—it's all in the prep. At our clinic, we guide brides to begin their skincare journey 6 months ear

1 like

✨🎒College Stress & Anxiety Hacks😬✨

✨ College, or life in general, got ya feeling overwhelmed? It can be stressful, but you don't have to face it alone! College presents so many stressors for students, parents of students, and educators. 📝 Among these stressors, there are: ~ Academic success pressures ~ Deadlines and exams

62 likes

🥑✨ 5 Foods You NEED for Ageless Skin!

Ever feel like you’re doing all the right skincare steps but your skin still feels a bit dull? I’ve realized it’s all about what we're feeding our cells from the inside, so I've been stocking up on foods rich in botanical extracts to help fight off oxidation. 🍎 On days when I'm too busy

1 like

Let’s be real… Procrastination isn’t laziness

It’s often fear in disguise — fear of failure, of imperfection, or not knowing where to start. But here are 10 real strategies that actually work 👇 (And nope, “just do it” isn’t one of them.) 🌟 Try one today. Progress > perfection. What’s your biggest procrastination trigger? Let’s wor

183 likes

This isn’t love… it’s emotional exhaustion

Emotional exhaustion doesn’t always look like chaos. Sometimes it looks like constantly feeling tired, heavy, and unsure 🤍 Save this for clarity. #relationship #RealTalk #foryoupage #mentalhealthawareness #selfworth

143 likes

5 Root Causes of Dark Circles & Puffy Eyes (It’s Not Just Sleep)

Dark circles and puffiness under your eyes aren’t just cosmetic—they’re signals from your body. In holistic healing, we look deeper at what your body is trying to communicate. From sleep and stress to hydration, digestion, and inflammation—these small signs often reflect what’s happening intern

13 likes

A cartoon image on an orange background shows a slumped person at a desk with a laptop and mug, illustrating stress. The image lists "Top 10 stress-busting strategies," including meditation, yoga, exercise, cutting multitasking, lightening load, restful sleep, getting organized, acupuncture, positive attitude, and asking for help.

Stress-Busting Strategies

When people get stressed out, they often become distracted and don’t focus their attention on learning new information. Those distractions also make it more difficult to retrieve past memories. Chronic stress can have even more profound effects, not just on memory but on the risk for developing dem

17 likes

A woman in a car with a search bar overlay asking "why stress is bad for your skin," looking directly at the camera with a serious expression.

A woman lying in bed with text overlay explaining how increased cortisol production from stress stimulates oil glands and increases inflammation, worsening skin conditions.

A woman taking a mirror selfie in a bathroom, with text overlay detailing how chronic stress weakens the immune system and causes inflammatory, painful breakouts.

this could be causing your breakouts…

NOTHING breaks me out like being stressed 🤠 chronic stress causes a domino effect throughout your body, and the inflammation alone is enough to disrupt my skin for weeks. of course acne can be caused by SO much more than just stress, but stress breakouts are really the only kind of acne i exper

80 likes

Six images display various body parts affected by psoriasis, including the neck, back, toenail, hands, elbows, and face, showing red, scaly patches. The text states psoriasis is an immune system issue, not just a skin disease.

Text highlights that psoriasis affects over 7.5 million US adults, caused by an immune system misfiring and speeding up skin cell production. An image shows a person's arm with multiple red, scaly psoriasis patches.

Text explains that psoriasis accelerates skin cell renewal from 28-30 days to 3-5 days, causing thickened plaques and scaling. A close-up image displays skin with visible flaking and scaling due to psoriasis.

Psoriasis isnt really a skin problem

Psoriasis doesn’t start on the skin — it’s often a reflection of what’s happening inside. I’ve seen this pattern again and again: — flare-ups after sugar, gluten, dairy — digestion feels off before the skin reacts — stress triggers another cycle It’s not random. Support usually starts d

3 likes

Your acne isn’t random… it’s trying to tell you something 👀

Forehead? Stress + sleep Chin? Hormones Cheeks? Your phone is dirty 😭 Fix the cause, not just the breakout. #lemon8challenge #lemon8badgehunt #AskLemon8

3 likes

Is Puffy Skin a Sign of High Cortisol?

Is your face looking puffy and swollen? It’s not just water retention. It could be high cortisol levels, your body’s stress hormone. 🧠✨ Learn what’s really happening when cortisol spikes, how it impacts your health, and steps you can take to lower it naturally. Take control of your stress and get b

50 likes

Stress & Sleep Deprivation? My 4-Week Health Reset

Okay, time for my morning cardio boost! 🏃‍♀️ Since my work stress has been through the roof and I’ve been running on minimal sleep lately, my goal this week isn't just about fitness; it's supporting my internal health and energy levels. I always start my day by taking my two capsules of RUN

5 likes

Detox your stress with these 5 tips!

Your body is carrying more stress than you realize. It doesn’t just disappear—it stores itself in your muscles, your digestion, your nervous system. The good news? You can flush it out. 💬 Which of these stress detoxes surprised you most? Drop a comment below! 📌 Save this for later! And send i

109 likes

Where Your Stress Lives (and How To Soften It)

Stress isn’t just mental… It shows up in your body. Tight shoulders, clenched, jaw, even deeper muscle tension can block relaxation and connection. When your body feels supported, everything shifts. Less tension. Or comfort. More natural responsiveness. Think: gentle moisture, plant base suppor

2 likes

AI ASMR Stress-Relief Eating Lotus-Shaped Honey 🍯🌸

Slow down and breathe as you enter a tranquil ASMR moment. This AI immersive eating experience features lotus-shaped honey, enjoyed slowly with soft oral sounds and layered multiple trigger sounds to gently calm the mind. Inspired by quiet moments of healing and decompression, this video is des

15 likes

5 Ways to Reduce Stress & Increase Balance ~

Wellness Tip! . Here are 5 effective ways to reduce stress and find more balance in your life: 1. Prioritize Self-Care Daily Carve out time for activities that nourish your body and mind—like getting enough sleep, eating well, exercising, or doing something creative. Even 10 minutes a day for y

2 likes

Supporting my skin & cell health with RUNICA 6X 🌿

There’s nothing like a stack of pancakes to start the day, but I’ve definitely been feeling the effects of too many late nights and work stress. I’ve realized that just eating well isn’t enough to keep my immune health and skin where they should be. It’s time I got serious about my daily health man

3 likes

Do these steps for glass/clear skin

Here are practical, evidence-based tips for clearer skin, drawn mostly from dermatologist recommendations (like those from the American Academy of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, and board-certified experts). Clear skin comes from consistency, gentleness, and addressing both external care and internal fa

5 likes

Revitalize Your Skin with a Yellow Detox Bath 💛

Sometimes, the simplest skincare routines are the most effective. A soothing soak in this Yellow Clay Detox Bath is an easy and luxurious way to nourish your skin, cleanse your body, and enjoy a little self-care. Whether you’re winding down after a busy day or giving your skin some much-needed love

47 likes

Skin reset✨🫶🫧

Skin reset in progress ✨🧴💧 Taking it back to the basics, giving my skin the love it deserves, and trusting the process 🤍💆🏽‍♀️ No rushing, no pressure—just patience, consistency, and self-care 🌿💖 Healthy skin is a journey, not a race, and I’m learning to glow at my own pace ✨😌 This is your sign to d

13 likes

How I handle daily stress

How to Handle Daily Stress” — by Terry Macc Some days, peace isn’t easy — it’s a choice you make a hundred times before noon. You wake up calm, check your phone, and suddenly you’re carrying everyone’s energy but your own. 🫶🏽 Here’s what I learned: You don’t need to fix the whole day — just

4 likes

Yoga Flow 🧘‍♀️ Stress Relief + Slim Body

Feeling anxious or heavy after a long day? ✨ This 15-min stress relief yoga flow melts away tension while gently shaping your body. Perfect for winding down after work, study, or before bed. Gentle Start (soft & mindful 🌸) Cat-cow (5 reps) Seated neck stretch (20 sec each side) Gen

29 likes

Anxiety, Stress,& Mindfulness

Anxiety and Stress Deck Coping skills and emotional regulation techniques

50 likes

How I Keep My Skin Clear for College Students

Getting clear skin isn’t about perfection—it’s about small, consistent habits. Here’s what’s worked for me: 1. Double cleanse at night if you wear makeup or sunscreen. 2. Use a salicylic acid cleanser 2–3x a week to keep pores clear. 3. Apply a niacinamide serum to r

30 likes

Best Apps for Stress Management ❤️‍🩹

Stress management apps provide immediate relief and long-term strategies to help you navigate life's pressures with greater ease and resilience💪. 1️⃣ Lifelight: 🌿 Lifelight is your cozy corner for brain dump. Watch your thoughts grow into memory vines, and get gentle insights that actually h

3 likes

An outdoor street scene featuring parked cars, palm trees, and agave plants in a rocky planter under a cloudy sky. A large red text bubble asks, 'How does stress show up in your body?'

Stress Isn’t Just Mental

I didn’t realize how much stress lives in the body until I started paying attention. For me, it shows up as tension, restlessness, shallow breathing, and feeling on edge for no obvious reason. I know it looks different for everyone. 💬 How does stress show up in your body? I feel like read

46 likes

What’s your TRIGGER?

Welcome to Pure Kaos! My weekly rant about the UPS & DOWNS of recovery and sobriety #purekaos #soberlifestyle #sobriety #recovery

1 like

Stress, sleep & haircare = culprit

#beautyhottakes #lemon8challenge Acne isn’t always about hormones. Poor sleep, stress, product buildup, and hair touching your face can all cause breakouts. Understanding triggers is better than blaming hormones and over-treating your skin. Observe, adjust, and treat smart. ➡️ Keep pillo

14 likes

🧪 Testing the 'Skin Guard' for 10 Days 🧬

Why does everyone talk about collagen but ignore the actual "guards" of our cells? I used to pile my plate with every "superfood" I saw on TikTok, but Week 1 of my wellness reset was all about understanding the science behind botanical extracts like Grape Seed. It’s packed with proa

1 like

An infographic titled "Physical Stress Decoder: What Your Body Is Saying" features a woman in a blue suit holding her head. It lists eight common physical stress symptoms like tension headaches, sleep disruption, and jaw clenching, each paired with its potential emotional cause and a self-care tip.

Your Body Isn’t Broken — It’s Telling You Somethin

That tension headache, sleep issue, or jaw clenching? It’s not random. It’s your body waving a red flag. Here’s how to start decoding physical stress: 1. Headaches? Your shoulders are stuck in stress mode. Roll them out. 2. Can’t sleep? Try a 10-minute brain dump before bed.

1323 likes

Late Nights & High Stress?

Hey everyone! 😩 If your life looks like non-stop meetings, late nights, and constant stress, you know how hard it is to prioritize wellness. Juggling everything means our internal health often takes a backseat, especially when we need immune and cellular support the most. Anyone else looking for wa

1 like

Did you know your milk supply isn’t just set in st

Even if you feel like it’s dropped or ‘settled, you can boost it again — with a good pumping or nursing routine, staying hydrated, and yes — getting extra help from lactation supplements! Here’s what actually works: ✅Nurse or pump more often: Milk supply works on demand — the more milk you remove

62 likes

A man in a bathroom reviews a tablet displaying a '7-DAY SKIN RESET: POMEGRANATE POWER' plan, showing an 8.2 skin elasticity score, a radar chart, and daily recommendations for skin health.

A 'COMBINATION SKIN LOGIC CHART' illustrates T-zone and U-zone issues like oiliness, breakouts, dryness, and flakiness, leading to the need for balancing care and resulting in improved, balanced skin.

A bottle of 'RUNICA 6X Mixed Berry & Cherry Antioxidant Essence' is shown on a desk next to a laptop and a plant, with text highlighting 'Daily Antioxidant Support'.

Stress-Proofing My Cells- The 1PM Data Hack! 📊

Is it just me, or does my skin decide to have a total meltdown every time my stress levels peak at work? I recently learned that being in a constant 'rush mode' triggers oxidative stress, which basically steals your natural glow from the inside out. That’s why I’ve started to take 2 capsule

0 likes

But is your SKIN vacation-ready?

Passport? Check. Outfits? Check. Here’s how to prep your glow before you touch down—because breakouts, dry patches, and irritation are not invited on this trip. In this post: ✈️ When to book your facial ✂️ Why you should wax instead of shave 💧 What to do before you fly & how to keep y

2 likes

A fresh-squeezed skin reset 🍋🥰

Zesty Lemonade Body Bar A fresh-squeezed skin reset in every bar. Looking for a body bar that feels as good as it smells? Zesty Lemonade is your go-to for that fresh-out-of-the-shower glow with a scent that lifts your mood the moment you pick it up. Inspired by summer mornings and sunlit kitche

32 likes

Your stress is showing ✨

Cleansing isn’t enough — detox your lifestyle if you want real results. Tag your skincare-obsessed bestie 👇🏽. #detoxification #stressrelief #skinhealthjourney #clearskin Esthetics By P. Brown

1 like

See more