Is there anything better than waking up after a good night’s sleep? Truth is, your skin thinks so as well! Getting enough sleep is one thing, but the quality of your sleep is often determined by your routine, where you sleep, and any sleep aids you may use.
Think about how wonderful it is coming home from some time spent away, and getting into your own comfortable bed! There’s nothing quite like it! But you can ensure you have the same quality of sleep wherever you are with a few simple tips.
How does quality sleep impact your skin?
If you’ve ever had a bad night’s sleep – and we all have! – it’s often evident on your face. Puffy eyes, dark circles, sallow skin, and a general sense of unhappiness. In the long run, poor sleep quality can affect your appearance (as well as your mental and physical health) with your skin suffering the consequences.
A good night’s sleep will help with:
1. Cell regeneration
Sleep is when your body’s repair team get to work! Your skin cells regenerate quickly, producing collagen needed for skin strength and elasticity. Any damage from pollution and UV rays is also attended to while you sleep.
2. Tackling inflammation
A good night’s sleep will keep your cortisol levels in check, stopping them from damaging collagen and elastin. Good sleep means reduced inflammation which slows the signs of ageing.
3. Barrier strengthening
While you sleep your skin produces ceramides which are lipids that retain moisture, strengthening your skin barrier.
4. Blood circulation
While you’re resting your blood flow increases to the skin, removing toxins and delivering oxygen and nutrients which improve your skin health, complexion and tone.
5. Fluid regulation
Sleeping also promotes lymphatic drainage which regulates your fluid balance and reduces the appearance of circles and bags under the eyes.
6. Hormone regulation
Many of your hormones are only released when you sleep, and balanced hormones lead to skin health. These hormones will promote tissue repair, antioxidant activity, and collagen synthesis – all keeping you looking great!
7. Stress reduction
Anyone tell you that you look stressed? It’s a visible emotion and one that impacts skin health. Quality sleep lowers your stress levels, protecting your skin from conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
How can you improve the quality of your sleep?
There are lots of simple ways that you can drastically increase the quality of your sleep which will leave you with a healthy, dewy-fresh complexion every morning!
1. Get into a sleep routine
Your body has its own clock and it likes to stay on time which is why you should stick to a relaxing routine at bedtime. Consistency is key to quality sleep so try going to bed and getting up at the same time every day to reinforce your body’s sleep-wake cycle. Aim for at least 7 hours of sleep a night, with 8 the maximum time required. Relaxation is key here which means reading or listening to gentle music before bedtime – no digital devices!
2. Keep it dark
If you’ve ever been sitting up after dark when load-shedding hits, only to start yawning, then you understand the impact darkness has on our bodies! Darkness stimulates our brain’s pineal gland which produces melatonin – this is the hormone that promotes sleepiness. Too much light exposure will block melatonin which means you need a dark sleep environment. The simplest way to achieve this is with a silk sleep mask! Dewy’s Beauty Sleep Eye Mask features the very finest silk, keeping your eye area smooth, hydrated, and wrinkle-free.
3. Use silk products
Silk sleep products such as linen and sleep masks support quality sleep. This is because this uniquely breathable and light material will keep your temperature at the optimum level throughout the night. Additionally, silk products are gentle, and don’t create wrinkles on the skin making them flawless in the morning. Silk is ideal for anyone with skin sensitivities and the smooth feel prevents friction. Alongside Dewy’s Beauty Sleep Eye Mask, you could try Dewy’s Silk Beauty Sleep Pillowcases for the ultimate quality night’s sleep!
By following these 3 simple tips, you can enjoy quality sleep no matter where you are. Make every day a Dewy fresh day!
