Since all your favorite influencers are practicing the Miracle Morning - getting up at 5am to meditate/read/run... - do you feel guilty about lying in bed and letting the alarm go off at least five times before waking up? Let's stop you right there: taking the time to get enough sleep should NEVER lead to guilt. First, because we don't all have the same pace of life, and some people simply need more hours of sleep. Maybe that girl who does sun salutations at dawn also takes naps in the afternoon, something that is absolutely impossible for you because your job doesn't allow it... Then, tell yourself that when you spend a little more time under the covers, you are pampering your body, starting with your skin. Yes, sleep and skin are closely linked, and the quality of one greatly influences that of the other. So no remorse to have if you like sleeping, quite the opposite!
😴 The effects of sleep on the skin
The adult body needs a certain number of hours of sleep, between 7 and 9 on average per night. This is the perfect rest time to boost the brain, muscles, immune system, mood... but also the skin which takes advantage of this time off to restore its beauty.
The skin cycle and regeneration
During the night, the skin can finally breathe. In fact, this is the only time when it is not subjected to any aggression. No pollution, no cigarette breaks, no sun, wind, cold or stress: the skin can let its guard down and put its protection mechanisms on standby . But be careful, it does not stop working! The skin still continues to work, but on a completely different task: its regeneration. It is between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m., during the deep sleep phase, that the machine is at its most active. During this period of the circadian rhythm, skin cells are actively repaired and renewed.
🌙 The benefits of restorative sleep for the skin
So you'll have understood: sleep is the most natural (and most effective) beauty tip there is. To increase its effects tenfold, a good beauty sleep routine is essential! It starts with a proper makeup removal because it is only on a clean surface that the skin can regenerate properly. Even if you have not applied foundation or mascara during the day, cleansing with suitable products is necessary to remove any traces of sebum, pollution or dust that prevent proper cell renewal. Once the epidermis is fresh, the application of a serum and cream chosen according to the needs of your skin is particularly recommended because the skin is even more receptive to cosmetic treatments during the night. A good night's sleep + a good routine = the winning combination to reap maximum beauty benefits!
Reduction of dark circles
A thin and fragile area, the eyes easily mark, especially when the night has been too short or disturbed. A good night's sleep is the best tip to say bye-bye to tired eyes because the appearance of dark circles and bags is generally caused by poor blood circulation and a disruption in lymphatic drainage. And it is when we sleep that blood circulation and lymphatic drainage are most effective. Which also ensures a nice glow to the face!
Wrinkle reduction
Thanks to collagen and elastin, these two key proteins that help maintain the firmness, elasticity and suppleness of the skin. Their production is boosted during the night, a good night's sleep ensures plump skin when you wake up.
Better hydration and a fresh complexion
During sleep, the skin also regulates its moisture levels. By getting enough sleep, you allow your skin to retain its natural moisture, which helps reduce the appearance of signs of aging and gives a more radiant appearance to the face.
🧐 The consequences of a lack of sleep on the skin
When you don't sleep enough or when your sleep is choppy, your skin ends up... in a real mess! It's been proven and proven again: skin that's used to sleeping badly is skin that automatically looks dull when you wake up: your features are wrinkled, your complexion is dull, your skin texture is uneven... In short, everything you dread.
Acceleration of skin aging
A few years ago, you were able to stay out until the end of the night and continue a day of work incognito, without any colleague hitting you with this highly unpleasant phrase: “ Wow, you really need a vacation!” But as they say, that was before… Today, your drawn features give you away the first time you step into the open space. Such is life: the older we get, the more our skin takes the hit and suffers the full force of the lack of sleep. Nights that are too short are no longer forgiving, and insomnia does not help matters because insomnia means increased stress and increased cortisol. This hormone induces a more sustained secretion of free radicals, which are responsible for premature aging of the skin. To avoid tossing and turning in bed, establishing a good sleep routine is crucial. Maintaining regular sleep schedules, avoiding stimulants from late afternoon, limiting exposure to screens, practicing relaxing activities before going to bed, creating an environment conducive to sleep with a dark, cool and quiet bedroom... All these reflexes are really worth adopting!
Increased skin problems
Beyond wrinkles and other signs of skin aging, high cortisol levels can also promote oil production, clogged pores, and acne. Not to mention, lack of sleep can compromise the skin’s immune system, making it more vulnerable to bacterial infections, leading to blemishes and breakouts galore. Immune dysfunction can also lead to excessive inflammatory responses in the skin, worsening symptoms of things like eczema or psoriasis.
✨ Food supplements to support your body
To transform your night into a real cure for youth, the last - and not least - reflex to adopt is called Good Skin Night ! A new vegan and sugar-free product that completes our range of sleep gummies , specially developed to help the skin revitalize itself during the night.
Inside? California poppy extract, vitamin A, vitamin C, zinc, coenzyme Q10… A set of ultra-effective active ingredients that contribute to the quality of natural sleep, support the cell division process and help maintain normal skin. You only need to take 2 gummies every night for 3 to 6 months for sublime skin in the morning. A new gesture to adopt with your eyes closed ;)
Revitalized skin during sleep!
Peaceful night and rested look
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