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As kids we would create a huge fuss during nap time, because we wanted to be awake and about like the adults of the house. But growing up, I have realised how important sleep is. Not only does a good night’s sleep help me restore my brain cells to tackle the tasks of the day, but it also improves the appearance of the skin. Especially now that I have a nighttime skincare routine in place as well, I crave, nay, pine to go to bed at the end of each day.
But alas, many a night, I find that my sleep schedule eludes me like the much-due appraisal during year-end reviews. So, without any qualms, I reach out to my little elves to help me sleep. And who am I to come between a beauty girlie and her much-needed beauty sleep, so I am un-gatekeeping my secret to a full 8 hours of REM sleep. But before that, let’s see why you need to rest for one-third of a full day for your skin to heal.
How Sleeping Well Helps Your Skin
Here are a few ways a good night’s sleep can help your skin:
- Depuffs your eyes
- Reduces dark circles
- Increases collagen production
- Improves moisture retention
- Restores tired skin
- Evens out skin tone
- Brightens the skin
- Improves skin elasticity
- Promotes healthier, glowing skin
Top 50 Products To Help You Sleep Better
These products are definitely an aid to help you relax and slip into a peaceful sleep, but if you have serious insomnia, we recommend you consult a doctor, for their professional support.
Supplements FTW
If you are extremely tired and need a slight push to help you fall asleep, you can take the help of melatonin supplements. Melatonin is a natural sleep-regulating hormone that our brain produces to help us sleep. If you find it difficult to sleep, you can supplement your body with some melatonin gummies, strips, or capsules to ease that discomfort.
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Sleeping Masks
If you live in a city like me, you know a city never sleeps, which means street lights, night clubs, and day-napping stray pups howling at night. Even if you switch off all your lights, the twinkling skyline of the city that seeps through the curtains can interrupt your peaceful sleep. That’s why I always wear a sleeping eye mask before going to bed so no amount of city light comes in the way of my beauty sleep.
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Soothing Oils
The soothing fragrance and a dab of oil around your face and neck has unparalleled benefits in calming your nerves. A whiff of essential oils such as lavender, chamomile, and peppermint can help you unwind and relax at night. Take a few drops of these oils and rub them around your neck, back of your ears, or even on the inside of your wrist to inhale the fragrance right before you hit the hay.
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Serenity With Teas
There are two types of people: one faction enjoys tea, and the other thrives on coffee. But if you are looking for calm and quiet before you hit the hay, opt for some artisanal teas that don’t have the regular amount of caffeine you will find in traditional teas and coffees. Artisanal teas include steaming dried fruits, leaves, and flowers to extract a concoction that soothes your throat, and some even lull you to sleep. Artisanal teas made with lavender, chamomile, lemon, peppermint, and more help you relax and unwind without the caffeine hit.
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Sensorial Scents
Indulge in a relaxing aromatherapy session, every night before you sleep to help you unwind better. These scents are designed to create a soothing atmosphere that will make you forget the stresses of the day, and pacify your olfactory senses for a good night’s sleep.
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Parting Thoughts
If you want to wake up fresh and ready to seize the day, it is important to sleep well at night. To make sleep time better and more relaxing, indulge in soothing essentials that calm your mind, body, and soul. From satiating teas to sensorial scents, from potent supplements to aidful sleeping masks, here are 50 products for you to check out before you check out for the day.
FAQs
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How much average sleep should I get?
If you are an adult, you should get at least 7-8 hours of sleep. Children and teens need to sleep more than adults, and infants and toddlers need the most.
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Why is lack of sleep problematic?
Other than the fact that lack of sleep causes you to be irritable during the day and affects your mental health, it also has other adverse effects on your body and skin. People who sleep less than 6-7 hours a night tend to gain more weight than people who sleep more than 7 hours a night. Moreover, less sleep also makes your face look tired and aged.
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What are some good nighttime serums?
Here are some nighttime serums to use to wake up to healthy skin:
