The benefits of sleep on the skin

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

The skin, like the rest of the body, needs rest to function properly and perform at its best.

A lack of sleep can easily be seen on your face. You don't look the same after a lie-in or after insomnia. It's therefore essential to get enough sleep to allow your skin to regenerate properly each day.

The skin cycle between day and night

 The skin performs different tasks throughout the day; this is what is called " cutaneous chronobiology." This science of skin cycles allows us to identify and understand our biological clock, as well as our different needs.

Over a full 24-hour day, there are 4 major phases of activity in the epidermis:

• Waking up: At this time, the skin needs water and is sensitive to aggressions. It must therefore be hydrated before starting the day.
• Day: The skin's hydration level gradually increases, until it secretes a significant amount of sebum in the early afternoon.
• Evening: By the end of the day, the epidermis has accumulated a large number of pollutants and needs to be cleansed and detoxified. Its melanin levels and repair capacity gradually increase.
• Night: During sleep, the skin undergoes a "repair" process. Freed from the external aggressions suffered during the day, it regenerates during the night.

How does skin regenerate during the night?

The skin loses its barrier function during sleep. Its pores widen, which activates microcirculation of blood in the epidermis. This blood flow leads to increased oxygenation and nutrition of the skin, allowing 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 have a healthy glow.
• When it is at rest, the skin produces more collagen And elastin. These are two proteins that give it flexibility and elasticity.
• It is important to know that the skin is more receptive to care at night because its pores are more dilated. It is therefore important to have a good beauty routine in the evening before bed.

In addition to sleeping well, there are a few tips you should follow to maintain beautiful skin.

The consequences of a lack of sleep on the skin 

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

When a person doesn't get enough sleep, their body secretes more cortisol. This stress hormone breaks down the skin's naturally occurring collagen , causing it to lose its suppleness and elasticity. Cortisol also increases sebum production, which causes imperfections, enlarged pores, and a shiny complexion.

Lack of sleep puts your body in a state of stress , which leads to psychological problems such as difficulty concentrating and memorizing, poor management of mood and emotions, depression or even burnout.

 

Collagen, a precious ally for your skin

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Food supplements, sleep

Some sleep-related dietary supplements are an excellent alternative for combating sleeplessness, insomnia , and other sleep disorders. They are not habit-forming or cause side effects, unlike heavy-duty medications such as sleeping pills or anti-anxiety medications.

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 help facilitate falling asleep and help you get a restful sleep.