Does this sound familiar? Your skin is clear and glowing all month, and then—bam! Exactly one week before your period, painful bumps appear on your chin, and your face feels like an oil slick.
You are not alone, and it’s not your fault. It’s a biological battle happening inside your body. Today, we’re diving into the science of PMS skin and how to handle it without stress.
The Science: The Hormonal "Seesaw"
Think of your hormones as a seesaw. There are two main players controlling your skin:
- Estrogen (The Beauty Hormone): Peaks during ovulation (2 weeks before your period). It boosts collagen and keeps skin hydrated. This is your "good skin" week.
- Progesterone (The Sebum Hormone): Spikes about a week before your period (the PMS phase). Its main job is to stimulate oil production.
Visualizing the difference: Clean hydration vs. Sticky sebum.
The Reality: It’s Not Just "More" Oil
Here is the scientific fact that most people miss: It’s not just that you have more oil. The quality of your oil changes.
During PMS, Progesterone turns your natural oil from a fluid, water-like texture into a thick, sticky substance resembling honey or butter.
Because the oil becomes thick, it gets trapped inside the pore instead of flowing out. To make matters worse, Progesterone causes water retention, which swells the skin and narrows the pore opening.
4 Lifestyle Hacks to Win the Hormonal War
Before you buy any products, change these small habits during your PMS week:
The Solution: Your "PMS Survival Kit"
During this week, stop using rich, heavy anti-aging creams. Your skin needs unclogging and calming. Here is a scientific routine curated by KKUMIDA.
SKIN1004 Quick Clay Stick Mask
CHF 17.9
When you feel your face getting too greasy, use clay to physically absorb the oil. The stick format is perfect for when you're feeling tired and lazy during PMS.
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Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner
CHF 17.9
Use this after cleansing or the clay mask. You need BHA (Salicylic Acid) to dissolve that sticky sebum trapped in your pores. Aloe prevents irritation while deep cleaning.
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Some By Mi 30 Days Miracle Serum
CHF 20.9
If red spots have already appeared, you need immediate soothing ingredients like Tea Tree or Centella. This calms inflammation quickly without drying you out.
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IUNIK Centella Calming Gel Cream
CHF 17.9
Don't skip moisturizer! If your skin gets dry, it produces *more* oil to compensate. This water-based gel cools down heated skin and absorbs instantly.
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