5 steps to get better skin overnight
While it may be referred to as “beauty sleep,” our skin still needs a helping hand overnight to reap the best rewards. Employing a couple of super quick and easy strategies can make all the difference and mean waking up to a healthy, glowing complexion versus one that’s seen better days.
1. Cleanse then cleanse again – If you do ONE thing before bed, make sure it’s a thorough cleanse. And if you’ve got one a substantial amount of make-up and/or have spent the day outdoors in the (pollution ridden) fresh air, consider using a gentle make-up remover on your eyes/cheeks/lips followed by your normal cleanser or double cleanse before applying any other products.
2. Stay hydrated – While serums and moisturiser are your skins perfect companions for hydration, using a humidifier in your bedroom, especially in winter, kicks moisture levels up a notch, providing continuous hydration all night long.
3. Choose your products wisely – Applying a serum or moisturiser that contains hyaluronic acid is your best bet for smooth, plump skin in the morning. Hyaluronic acid helps bind water to your skin, leaving it hydrated and healthy.
4. Watch what you eat – Salt and alcohol in particular do not make for great skin. Both can cause puffiness and dehydration to your dermis leaving it looking parched and less than fresh. If you have indulged, try adding a second pillow to your bed as the incline will help prevent fluid from pooling.
5. Eye cream know-how – Applying an eye cream before bed can be the quickest route to fresh looking morning eyes. The trick? Selecting the right product for your problem. For blueish/black under eye circles, try using a cream that contains vitamin K as it will help push oxygen back into the area. For excess pigmentation and/or superficial bags, check out creams that contain acids like kojic acid that will help lighten and brighten.