“ There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep.”
― Homer, The Odyssey
A recent study showed that women in the UK spent an average of 6 ½ hours sleeping each night, instead of the recommended 8 hours. So how does getting a great night’s sleep affect our skin?
1. Less wrinkles
Skin makes more collagen when we are sleeping, meaning skin is plumper and less likely to wrinkle. Lack of sleep can also leave the skin drier, which can make lines more visible
2. A Glowing complexion
Your body boosts blood flow to the skin while you snooze, which means you wake to a healthy glow. Skimp on sleep and your complexion can look drab, ashen, or lifeless.
3. Brighter, less puffy eyes
Get enough shut-eye and you’ll have less puffiness under your eyes. Stay well-hydrated and elevate your head with an extra pillow at night, too. That can also help reduce swelling.
4. Products work better
During the day you skin is defending itself from the sun and pollution, but at night time it can focus on repairing itself and absorbing the repairing ingredients in your skin care regime.
And here’s the proof:
Researchers in Sweden asked a study group to look at pictures of sleep-starved people vs. ones who’d had eight hours. The well-rested people seemed healthier, less tired — and more attractive.
So here’s to a great night’s sleep for you all.