Why hormone management could be the key to beautiful skin

Even if youre someone who takes skincare very seriously, you may be overlooking something very important: Your hormones. Imbalances can cause acne, facial puffiness, poor skin elasticity and more. Take cortisol, for example. When your levels are out of the normal range, the result might be adult acne. And if your estradiol is on the decline, you could be prone to thinning, sagging, and wrinkling. As for dry skin, one study showed that low thyroid levels can be associated with this symptom.

If you think your persistent skin problem is caused by a hormonal balance, consult a physician to request the appropriate bloodwork to diagnose and treat the underlying problem, or order a Base at-home test. Not sure what to test? Our most comprehensive test kit bundle, Base Complete, looks at your hormone health from all angles.