DR ANTHONY BEWLEY is a consultant dermatologist at Barts Health, specialising in the interaction between the mind and the skin.
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We know stress is very relevant when it comes to skin disease. It can exacerbate a range of complaints, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and vitiligo. In fact, it plays a role in any inflammatory skin condition. Stress is also ageing, so it can have an impact on anyone’s skin, even if they don’t have an obvious problem with their skin.