Hormone Tests For Glowing Skin: A Holistic Skincare Guide from Our GP
Tired of topical treatments not making a difference? Feel like there is an underlying cause to your acne? Then, looking at your hormone levels is a great step to get a better insight into your skin health.
Hormone tests in London are becoming popular due to people taking a more holistic interest in their skin health.
Hannah London offers hormone and blood tests for conditions such as perimenopause, menopause, acne, and PCOS. We test hormones such as testosterone, oestrogen, progesterone, and cortisol.
What Are Skin Signs Of Hormonal Imbalance?
Hormone levels can affect your overall skin health, causing changes in oil production, texture, and skin health.
Hormone tests are excellent as a first step to treating skin issues, as they often reveal the root cause of your skin problems if they are hormone-related.
Some telltale signs of hormonal imbalance are –
- Skin dryness.
- Pigmentation.
- Excessive sebum production (oily skin).
- Breakouts around your menstrual cycle.
- Sensitive skin.
- Premature ageing.
- Breakouts despite a good skincare routine.
- Adult acne.
- Redness and inflammation.
It’s important to note that some of these signs can be caused by bacteria; however, it can also be a combination of causes that can cause skin problems.
Which Hormone Tests Does Hannah London Have?
We offer a comprehensive panel of blood tests at Hannah London to identify any hormonal imbalances.
We perform androgen testing to detect high testosterone levels, which can be linked to PCOS and acne, cortisol tests to assess stress-induced hormonal imbalances, and reproductive hormone testing for estrogen, progesterone, and other markers.
We recommend hormone testing as the foundation of any of our skin treatment plans. We take a holistic approach to your skin health, combined with nutrition, lifestyle, and our skin treatments like skin boosters, microneedling, and other skin facials.
Can PCOS Cause Acne?
Polycystic Ovary syndrome is a common cause of hormonal acne in women and is caused by elevated androgen levels, which increase sebum production, resulting in oily skin.
Apart from acne due to clogged pores, PCOS can also result in excess hair growth, weight gain, and an irregular menstrual cycle. Hormone testing for PCOS allows us to identify the cause and combine medical interventions with holistic skincare treatments at our clinic.
What Is Androgen Excess?
Androgen excess is when your body produces high levels of male hormones. Elevated levels of testosterone in females can lead to stubborn acne and oily skin, and are a leading cause of PCOS.
We also combine our hormone tests with lifestyle support and GP advice to help restore balance in your skin and achieve a glowing complexion.
Holistic Skincare Tips For Glowing Skin
Alongside hormone testing and medical treatments, we recommend the following holistic skincare tips to help you achieve glowing skin.
- Keep stress under control – High levels of cortisol can contribute to premature ageing and breakouts. To keep stress under control, we recommend integrating practices like meditation, quality sleep, less screen time and more nature.
- Gentle skincare – If you have hormonally sensitive skin, it’s a good idea to avoid harsh stripping cleansers or overexfoliating.
- Hydrate – Drink plenty of water daily to support your skin and keep dryness at bay.
- Keep a nutritious & balanced diet – Eat enough antioxidants, healthy fats, and maintain a balanced diet, limiting junk food where possible.
- Wear SPF – Keep your sensitive skin protected by wearing SPF, even in winter!
- Get enough sleep – Lack of sleep can lead to breakouts and make your skin look dull. Aim for 8 hours of sleep a night.
Book Your Hormone Test At a Holistic Skin Clinic – Hannah London
Ready to get to the root cause of your skin problems? Hannah London offers hormone tests and blood tests, which can reveal if you have hormonal imbalances that might be contributing to your skin issues.
We don’t just treat the symptoms but get to the underlying cause of your acne, inflammation or dry skin by looking at lifestyle and nutrition factors in addition to medical conditions and hormones. Book a consultation with one of our Hannah London skin experts today and start your skin treatment plan for glowing skin.
