The benefits of sleep on the skin

Sleep and health are closely linked. Indeed, sleep is essential for the recovery of all the organs of the human body.

The skin, like the rest of the body, must rest to ensure proper functioning and provide optimal performance.

Lack of sleep can easily be read on a face. We don't look the same after a lie-in or after insomnia. It is therefore essential to sleep a sufficient number of hours to allow the skin to regenerate properly each day.

The skin cycle between day and night

 The skin carries out different missions over the course of a day, this is what we call “ cutaneous chronobiology” . This science of skin cycles makes it possible to identify and understand its biological clock, as well as its different needs.

Over an entire 24-hour day, there are 4 main phases of activity in the epidermis:

• Awakening: at this time, the skin needs water and is sensitive to aggression. It must therefore be hydrated before starting the day.
• Day: the skin's hydration level increases little by little, until it secretes a significant quantity of sebum at the start of the afternoon.
• Evening: at the end of the day, the epidermis has accumulated a large number of pollutants and needs to be cleansed and detoxified. Its melanin level and its repair capacity gradually increase.
• Night: during sleep, the skin goes through the “repair” process. Freed from external aggressions suffered during the day, it regenerates during the night.

How does the skin regenerate during the night?

The skin loses its “barrier” function during sleep. Its pores widen, which activates the blood microcirculation of the epidermis. This blood flow leads to increased oxygenation and nutrition of the skin, which allows it to carry out its detoxification function.

In addition, during the night, the epidermis renews itself and creates three times more new cells than during the day.

The benefits of sleep for the skin

Quality sleep allows the skin to regenerate well:

• Accelerated blood microcirculation prevents the appearance of dark circles and promotes lymphatic drainage of the face, allowing you to look good.
• When it is at rest, the skin produces more collagen And elastin. These are two proteins which give it flexibility and elasticity.
• You should know that the skin, during the night, is more receptive to care because its pores are more dilated. It is therefore necessary to have a good beauty routine in the evening before bed.

In addition to sleeping well, you need to follow a few tips to maintain beautiful skin.

The consequences of a lack of sleep on the skin 

A lack of sleep can easily be seen on a face with the appearance of dark circles, imperfections, a dull complexion or redness.

When a person does not get enough sleep, their body will secrete more cortisol. It is a stress hormone that breaks down the collagen naturally present in the skin. The latter then loses flexibility and elasticity. Cortisol also increases the production of sebum which causes blemishes, enlarged pores and even a shiny complexion.

Lack of sleep puts your body in a state of stress , which leads to psychological problems such as difficulty concentrating and remembering, poor management of mood and emotions, a depressive state or even burn-out.

 

Food supplements, a solution for better sleep and maintaining beautiful skin

Certain food supplements targeted for sleep are an excellent alternative to combat difficulty falling asleep, insomnia or other sleep disorders. They do not cause addiction or side effects unlike heavy drug treatments such as sleeping pills or anxiolytics.

To maintain beautiful skin and protect it from external attacks, it is also advisable to use beauty food supplements.

Délicure offers vegan and natural “Sleep” gummies, composed of melatonin (sleep hormone), plants (linden, passionflower, poppy) and vitamins (B5 and B6). They make it easier to fall asleep and help you regain restful sleep.

The brand has also launched a “ Hair ” treatment, targeting hair, skin and nails. It contains blueberry, vitamins (B6, B8, B9, B12 and E) and minerals (zinc, selenium) which contribute to the normal maintenance of the skin.