The reality is, most of us don't get enough sleep.
Many of us will also brush that fact that we're severely lacking in sleep under the carpet which is even worse. Some interesting facts regarding sleep include:
- Within 5 minutes of waking up, 50% of your dream is forgotten.
- Falling asleep at night should take you 10-15 minutes. (Yeah, right!)
- Sleeping on your front can help digestion.
- Humans are the only mammals that willingly delay sleep.
Not only can a lack of sleep be detrimental to how we function day to day but it can also have a negative impact on the skin. Did you know that the skin finds it easier to regenerate and repair overnight? Beauty sleep isn't a myth, it's the real deal.
Here's what a good amount of sleep, or lack thereof, does for your skin...
De-Puffs The Eyes
The last thing we want is to leave the house each day looking like we haven't had any sleep. Unfortunately, puffy eyes are the biggest giveaway of a rough night. A lack of sleep can lead to stress, increasing cortisol levels and encouraging the body to retain water which leads to puffiness. The more adequate sleep we get, the brighter and more awake our eyes will become.
Increased Collagen
The amount of Collagen we produce increases when we're sound asleep. And as we know, Collagen is the path to improved elasticity and plumpness. We need Collagen to restore youth in the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. If that isn't good enough reason to prioritise at least 8 hours of sleep, we don't know what is.
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A Break From External Environmental Aggressors
When we're sleeping in the comfort of our cosy beds, our skin takes a hard earned break from the pollutants it's exposed to on a daily basis. From UV rays to general air pollution. These everyday elements cause a lot of stress to the skin. Therefore the evening is a time for the skin to regenerate itself. Plus, our faces are stripped bare of makeup and SPF in the evenings allowing the skin to properly breathe. Sleep is a key stress-reliever for the skin.
Healing Time
As the skin takes the opportunity to heal itself in the evenings, it's your opportunity to use products that will work hard for you while you sleep. Giving your skin an effective cleanse in the evening plus using products that encapsulate skin renewal properties like Vitamin A and Glycolic can work to elevate this healing process. Leaving you waking up with healthy and radiant skin each day.
Drifting off to sleep isn't easy for everyone, but creating an evening ritual for yourself can be a great way of creating a calming vibe to get you ready for a great night of beauty sleep. Here's a peak at our go-to products to get you into the nighttime mood.
Dermalogica Sound Sleep Cocoon
The Dermalogica Sound Sleep Cocoon is one of those products that you want to reach for to elevate your skin’s natural regeneration process in the evenings. It was designed to optimise nighttime skin recovery and transform the skin overnight. Tamarind Seed Extract produces a nourishing cocoon for hydrated and softer skin. In addition, French Lavender Essential Oil combined with Sandalwood and Patchouli create a calming aroma to allow you to deep sleep your way to glowing skin.
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In Essence ie: Sleep Mist
A support in times of stress and sleep deprivation, the In Essence ie: Sleep Mist can be used as a calming room spray or body mist. This comforting formula blends the pure essential oils of Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Mandarin and Valerian. All of which can help to diminish insomnia and mild anxiety.
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The Goodnight Co. 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask
A restful night’s sleep goes hand in hand with minimal disruptions. We love to reach for The Goodnight Co. 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask to help with blocking out the light and keeping sleep distractions at an all time low. It's also the perfect little sleeping luxury. Made with 100% Mulberry Silk, this eye mask allows for an uninterrupted sleep and prevents fragile skin from creasing and wrinkling in the night.
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Alpha-H Beauty Sleep Power Peel
The Alpha-H Beauty Sleep Power Peel is an overnight anti-ageing and resurfacing treatment that supports the skin renewal process and the production of collagen. It clarifies, brightens and exfoliates the skin to reduce the appearance of damage caused by the sun. This treatment also firms and tightens the skin, making it the perfect formula for mature skins.
Shop ThisSleep is an essential function that allows us to physically and emotionally recharge and your skin needs it more than ever!
With a passion for product innovation and professional experience working at a leading global beauty brand, Ella comes well equipped with both the knowledge and love for what's trending and picking out the gimmicks from the must-haves. While Ella has an excitement for all things formulas and textures, she also enjoys walking along the beach and taking in the beautiful Australian sceneries, always with an English Breakfast Tea in hand.