- “Cortisol Face” – a condition characterized by facial bloating and puffiness – is trending on TikTok.
- Creators on the platform claim that “Cortisol Face” is caused by high levels of stress.
- However, experts say stress is unlikely to cause noticeable puffiness or swelling.
- You can reduce inflammation in your face by reducing your salt intake, getting plenty of sleep, and drinking enough water.
Is your face looking bloated and puffy? If so, TikTok reckons “Cortisol Face” could be to blame.
“Cortisol Face” (also known as “Moon Face”) is the latest mass diagnosis trend that’s taken the social media platform by storm.
It’s characterized by facial swelling and bloating, resulting in a round, puffy appearance. TikTok creators are claiming it is caused by high levels of the stress hormone cortisol.
In fact, the platform has been flooded with creators responding to the trend, discussing the impact stress has had on their skin offering tips on how to reduce it.
With “Cortisol Face” trending, you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s a common condition, but it’s not.
In fact, it’s not even an official diagnosis. Some of the symptoms people associate with “Cortisol Face” are also associated with Cushing Syndrome, a condition that occurs when the body overproduces cortisol.
However, Cushing Syndrome is very rare, and while stress can contribute to inflammation, health experts say it’s likely not the only culprit if you feel your face is appearing swollen and bloated.
Vijay Murthy, PhD, leading functional medicine doctor and co-founder of Murthy Health, says the idea that “Cortisol Face” affects everyone who experiences stress is largely a myth.
“While chronic high cortisol levels can lead to facial swelling, this is…
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