The term beauty sleep is thrown around a lot but is there any truth to it? Here are six benefits of getting at least seven hours of quality sleep.
Less wrinkles – Your skin makes collagen while you sleep which prevents your skin from sagging. Sleeping less than seven hours a night can lead to twice as many wrinkles and your skin can become drier exaggerating existing wrinkles.
Your complexion will glow – Going without sleep causes a decrease in blood flow to the skin around your face. This can cause your complexion to become duller and make you “look tired”.
Say bye bye to puffy eyes – Anyone who has skimped on their rest knows that a lack of sleep shows in your eyes first since they become dark and puffy. Getting enough rest and drinking plenty of water are quick ways to ditch that discolored skin.
Healthier hair – Your hair follicles get a lot of their nutrition from the blood flow that happens while you rest. Lack of sleep also leads to an increase in the stress hormone cortisol which can cause hair loss.
Creams and moisturizers work better - When applied during the day your body is much busier fighting off the sun and free radicals. Letting your skin have time to focus on these products absorbing will make creams and moistures much more effective.
An overall happier appearance – Lack of sleep can cause the corners of your mouth to droop making you look sad or upset.
Sleeping seven to nine hours a night will help you be happier and healthier inside and out. Letting your body rest and recover from the day is the foundation of any healthy lifestyle.