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Cleanse your skin before bedtime.

Getting quality sleep is key to having youthful, glowing, great-looking skin.

When it comes to having youthful and glowing skin, you may think you need expensive treatments to achieve it. But, here is a little secret – getting sound sleep can do wonders for your skin.

Sleep is the closest thing there is to the fountain of youth. Your body works to repair itself while you rest. Sleep also benefits your appearance in numerous ways. The secret is to get six to nine hours of sleep each night. Now, you can blame your lack of sleep on all the hundred things you have to do before you decide to rest, or you can take control and get your beauty sleep. Not only will your skin look amazing, but as your body renews itself, you’ll also produce new collagen. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. It’s what gives your body its firmness, supports elasticity and when collagen is abundant in your body, it can maintain existing skin structures.

Here are some tips to help you get a good night’s sleep and start achieving youthful, beautiful skin:

• Food before bedtime –Make sure that you eat only a light dinner before you go to bed. Going to bed with a full stomach can lead to indigestion and disrupt your sleep. Also, make sure that you’re eating foods that will keep you satiated so that you don’t wake up in the middle of the night looking for snacks.
• Water consumption –Even though drinking water is essential for the healthy maintenance of your body and skin, limit the amount of water you consume before bedtime. Drinking less water right before bedtime may help limit bathroom interruptions in the middle of the night.
• Alcoholic beverages –Consumption of alcohol not only dehydrates your skin, but can also affect your sleep patterns. You might wake up multiple times during the night because you need to go to the bathroom or feeling dehydrated and need a drink of water.
• Skincare regimen – Similar to having an evening routine before going to bed, putting on pajamas and brushing your teeth, you should also prepare your skin for rest. Having a good skincare regimen, which includes a cleanser and moisturizer, will prepare your skin for the much-needed rest it deserves. Since you’re exposed to pollution during the day, make sure you use a gentle cleanser that removes makeup and impurities. Look for a cleanser that is dermatologist-tested and sulfate-free to prevent irritation to the skin. After cleansing, use a nighttime moisturizer, preferably with natural botanicals like aloe vera and essential oils that’ll leave your skin soft and moisturized.

We all have hectic schedules, things get thrown at us last minute and deadlines to meet, but only you have control over the amount of sleep you get. So, prioritize and make time to for your well-deserved skin renewal treatment – a good night’s rest!