Here are some of the benefits of exercise for skin and hair:
Helps purify the skin
Exercise improves blood flow, promoting the elimination of toxins from the skin. Blood and oxygen flowing through the skin will draw out toxins and help unclog pores.
Prevent skin problems
A study published in Dermatology Reports found that exercise improves the skin's ability to retain moisture. This helps prevent skin problems. Regular exercise leads to greater hydration, so exercise can also help prevent dry skin.
Cell repair
When we exercise, the blood flow in our body increases. This helps improve blood circulation throughout the body. All the cells in the body are nourished by this blood flow. This helps repair damaged cells as well as form new cells.
A study published in Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy suggests that exercise may prevent age-related decline in cell proliferation.
Prevent skin diseases
Many skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis, are caused by stress. Exercise can reduce the risk of depression and anxiety, which can help reduce these symptoms.
Exercise can reduce the effects of skin aging, skin cancer, psoriasis, venous ulcers and androgenetic alopecia, according to the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Helps promote hair growth
Not only is exercise good for your skin, it is also good for your hair. When we exercise, blood circulation in our body increases. This helps increase the amount of oxygen in our blood cells, making our hair strong and smooth.
Additionally, exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety – major causes of hair loss.
