Laugh Your Way to Younger-Looking Skin: The Surprising Anti-Aging Benefits of Joy and Positivity We all know that laughter feels good, but did you know it can make you look good too? Recent research has uncovered a fascinating link between positive emotions like laughter, enthusiasm, and excitement and improved skin health and a more youthful appearance. The Mind-Skin Connection It turns out there is an elaborate connection between our emotions and our skin called the neuro-immuno-cutaneous-endocrine (NICE) system. This links our nervous system, immune system, skin, and hormones – all of which play a key role in both our emotional wellbeing and the health and appearance of our skin. When we experience positive emotions, it triggers the release of “feel-good” neurotransmitters like dopamine. Dopamine has been shown to increase microcirculation to the skin, speed up recovery of the skin’s protective barrier, and produce an immediate glow and vitality to the complexion. In essence, dopamine is like a happiness pathway to better skin. Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine Laughter, in particular, seems to pack a powerful anti-aging punch. Hearty laughter relieves tension and stress, boosts endorphins, increases infection-fighting antibodies, improves blood flow, and can even burn calories – all of […]