6. Get Enough Sleep: The Ultimate Beauty Rest
Sleep is essential for your overall health, and your skin is no exception. During sleep, your body goes into repair mode, allowing your skin to regenerate and recover from the day’s stressors. Lack of sleep can lead to a dull complexion, dark circles, and even accelerated aging.
To ensure you’re getting enough beauty rest, follow these suggestions:
Establish a sleep schedule
Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night and try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends.
Create a sleep-friendly environment
Make your bedroom a sanctuary for sleep by keeping it cool, dark, and quiet. Consider investing in blackout curtains, a white noise machine, or a comfortable mattress and pillows.
Develop a bedtime routine
Establishing a relaxing bedtime routine can help signal to your body that it’s time to wind down. Activities like reading, meditating, or taking a warm bath can help ease you into sleep.
Avoid screen time before bed
The blue light emitted by screens can interfere with your sleep-wake cycle, making it more difficult to fall asleep. Try to limit your screen time in the hour or two before bedtime. (6)
