The benefits of sleep on the skin

Sleep and health are closely related. 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.

Lack of sleep can be easily 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 performs different missions during 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:

• Wake 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: 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 repair capacity gradually increase.
• Night: during sleep, the skin goes through the “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 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 properly:

• 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.
• You should know that the skin, during the night, is more receptive to care because its pores are more dilated. It is therefore important to have a good beauty routine in the evening before going to bed.

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

The consequences of 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 its suppleness and elasticity. Cortisol also increases the production of sebum which causes imperfections, dilated pores or even a shiny complexion.

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

 

Food supplements, a solution for better sleep and beautiful skin

Some targeted sleep supplements 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 help to facilitate falling asleep and help to 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 skin.