✨ Dealing with a puffy face? Let’s talk about it! ✨

If you’re like me, you’ve probably woken up with puffiness or noticed your face looking more swollen after a long day. Many of us struggle with this, especially in our busy world today. But what causes it? And more importantly, how can we fix it?

A puffy face is often linked to stress — yes, stress! The culprit here is cortisol, our body’s stress hormone, which rises in response to pressures and habits that we might not even think about. Here’s what might be causing those extra puffy days:

High-sodium diet: Salty snacks, processed foods — these can lead to water retention.

Constant multitasking: Our bodies react to chronic stress, even when it seems “normal.”

Frequent alcohol: Dehydration and alcohol don’t mix well, leaving your skin swollen and dull.

Not staying hydrated: When we don’t drink enough water, our body holds on to fluids as a backup, which can lead to puffiness.

Chronic work stress: Many of us experience long hours and high demands, creating stress we carry into our bodies.

✨ My Journey ✨

For a long time, I dealt with facial puffiness and tried endless solutions to reduce it. But it wasn’t until I moved to Asia that I learned about a more holistic approach to managing stress. By making small but impactful changes in my lifestyle, I was able to naturally lower my cortisol levels and, in turn, reduce my facial puffiness. Not only that, but I noticed my skin was clearer, my energy was higher, and I felt much healthier overall. 🌱

🌸 What You Can Do 🌸

Start small. Make time for a self-care routine, stay hydrated, reduce sodium, and add moments of relaxation each day. Whether it’s a deep-breathing exercise or a walk outside, every little effort helps.

About Kelly Prehn

Kelly moved to Japan at 17 years old and has spent significant periods of her career in Asia, including Japan, Korea, China and Singapore. Her work as an acclaimed fashion model is blended with her impact as a columnist and author. During her modelling career, Kelly fled from being internationally human trafficked. To transform from this, she focused on Asian healing modalities. With 1.4 million transformed women and tens of millions more women helped by GENKI SYSTEM™, she is a multi dimensional women.

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