Cortisol face: what is viral social media health trend, is it real and is it the same as moon face?

Cortisol face is the latest beauty skincare trend on social media. Although not an official diagnosis, content creators are claiming that those who experience a round, puffy face or facial swelling, could have cortisol face, which they suggest is caused by high levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Luton Today, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.

Experts however, have debunked the latest health trend , stating that stress is unlikely to be the cause. So, what is cortisol face, is it real and why is your face puffy? Here’s everything you need to know. Cortisol face is not an official diagnosis, the phrase has been trending on social media after influencers and content creators claimed that it could be the culprit behind experiencing a puffy face or facial inflammation.

They suggest that this is caused by high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, with many proposing ways to reduce this inflammation - from skincare regimes to diet changes. Advertisement Advertisement Cortisol is a hormone that is made by your adrenal glands that sit at the top of your kidneys. It is your body’s stress hormone, helping to work with your brain to control bodily functions including your mood, motivation and fear response, according to WebMD .

Your body can sometimes produce too much cortisol, causing the condition Cushing Syndrome, which can cause a round, inflamed face as a symptom, or you.