Sleep well for your skin to be well

Sleep can do wonders to the skin. A good night's sleep is very essential for a sound and healthy body and mind.

Ever heard of a good 8 - 10 hours of sleep as a skin care regimen? It not only helps in avoiding many skin problems, you will also enjoy a relaxed and radian skin. And the sweetest part of it is, it's absolutely free.
It is during your sleep that skin damage is repaired. Each day, the face is exposed to pollution, harmful cosmetics, chemicals and radiation from the sun. Apart from our internal problems, stress is a major killer. You can spend a fortune on skin creams and watch your diet, but you need your sleep for a glowing skin. Without adequate sleep you will look older and your skin will look dry and dull. No beauty cream, facials, treatments, o make up can replace or make up for what sound sleep can bring to you.
Occasionally, you can make up for lost sleep by sleeping for a longer time the next day. But if inadequate sleep is a routine you need help, that's for certain. The average need for an individual is eight hours but it can vary from person to person.
Another mantra to maximise the beneficial effects of sleep on your skin is to take a Luke warm water bath before sleeping and then use liberal amounts of moisturiser on your body and face. This will trap the moisture in the skin, as your face will be makeup free, you can use a body cream that's richer than the day cream. Wear a loose fitting nightdress. Another advantage of using skin car products prior to sleeping is that some ingredients like Vitamin C and hydroquinone which are susceptible to sunlight, are safe to use at night. When you sleep flat, the skin metabolism increases and all the night creams and antioxidants are absorbed much better.
Another benefit of sleep is that it can slow down the visible effects of the ageing process. So if you want to look beautiful and radiant, you have a clear solution right away, don't waste time.
Hit the bed right away.