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Budget and the Bees
Budget and the Bees
Latrice Perez

“Cortisol Face” Is Trending: Signs Your Stress Levels Are Actually Changing Your Appearance

Cortisol Face
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We all know stress messes with our sleep and our mood, but did you know it can actually reshape your face? There is a new term trending on social media called “Cortisol Face,” and while it sounds like a catchy buzzword, the science behind it is very real. If you have looked in the mirror lately and felt like your face looks puffier or rounder despite no change in your diet, your stress hormones might be the culprit.

The Puffy Face Phenomenon

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