Getting your proper ZZZs ensures glowing skin. Here's how that happens.

This Is How Sleep Makes You Beautiful

Kate Paras-Santiago

<p>We&#x27;ve all heard the phrase &#x27;<strong>beauty sleep</strong>&#x27;. Why did the term come to be and is there actually any truth it in? We all differ in our sleep hygiene—some say five hours is enough while some swear by eight to be able to function properly. Some think that sleeping at 2AM is no different from sleeping at 10PM. Some think this whole concern about proper sleep is a myth, so we got down to the facts and asked an expert to shed light on the question in our minds: <strong>does sleep really make us beautiful?</strong> How so?</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a9847014-dcb0-4804-8c14-abfeb7e90f5d_kayvan-jabbarian-yuf0wk7zzau-unsplash.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Beauty sleep—is it real?<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Photo by kayvan jabbarian on Unsplash  </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>When it comes to skincare and beauty in general, what often immediately comes to mind are the cosmetics we apply on our faces. Yes, good quality skincare products, beauty clinic visits, and makeup techniques play a huge role in our beauty routines, but we are here to prove that proper sleep is the ultimate key in achieving beauty. We spoke with licensed dermatologist <strong>Dr. Jarische Lao-Ang</strong>, known as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedermamamaph" target="_blank">@thedermamamaph</a> on Instagram about her thoughts and insights on the matter. </p><div><br/></div><p>She shares, &#x27;Having enough sleep is often an overlooked factor when it comes to taking care of our skin. adequate sleep is important for the skin’s renewal and regeneration. It is the time wherein not just the body but also the skin rests and repairs itself.&#x27;</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ca7be97e-60a4-42f0-bbd5-5f0f2655d834_pe842162.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">A good room setup is conducive to good sleep<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> IKEA  </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>She goes on to share, &#x27;The hormone melatonin is produced during sleep and this is a powerful antioxidant. Being an antioxidant, it fights away the stressors and this prevents premature aging.&#x27; Who knew that antioxidants aren&#x27;t just found in what we commonly know like berries but in melatonin as well? This in itself already makes us want to catch up on more ZZZs!</p><div><br/></div><p>Dr. Lao-Ang says that it&#x27;s not about the quantity of sleep but the quality as well. &#x27;When it comes to adequate sleep, it is not just important to look at the hours of sleeping, but the sleep quality is crucial as well.&#x27; What then is the right time to sleep? How many hours is crucial? What else determines the quality of sleep? According to Dr. Lao-Ang, 9PM to 11PM is the time that skin repair and renewal starts; cell production, melatonin, and collagen production happens within this time frame. So if you&#x27;re still out partying at 11PM regularly, then you better think twice about your habits. Getting to bed at 1AM often just doesn&#x27;t cut it.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/beauty/skincare/knatural-beauty-and-skin-studio-pasig/38186" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Say “Annyeonghaseyo” to Your Newest K-Beauty Hub in Pasig City</a></div><p>Melatonin is secreted by the pineal gland in response to darkness&#x27;, Dr. Lao-Ang shares. This is why we&#x27;re always reminded to get off our phones and laptops a few hours before bed—because blue light triggers our minds to think we still need to be awake even if we&#x27;re about to doze off. The secretion of melatonin doesn&#x27;t just have antioxidant effects, it may also help with repair growth. </p><div><br/></div><p>Do you ever notice that when you&#x27;re sleep deprived or had a late night out (with a little too much to drink), your face looks haggard, your energy is low, and you&#x27;re pretty much in a cranky mood the next day? It&#x27;s not just a coincidence. It&#x27;s science. Getting enough, proper sleep makes you well-rested, allows you to think and make better decisions, and, as a bonus, makes you look *glowing*! </p><div><br/></div><p>What then exactly is the effect of lack of sleep on our skin? Dr. Lao-Ang enumerates them, as seen below:</p><ul><li>Damaged skin barrier</li><li>Decreased skin hydration</li><li>Enlarged pores</li><li>Increase in fine lines and wrinkles</li><li>Stagnant blood flow leading to under-eye circles</li><li>Increased inflammation leading to acne breakouts</li></ul><br/><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/da26ae99-1ffc-406f-a7fb-4da2cbf2260d_lily and adora.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Silk pillowcases<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Lily &amp; Adora  </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>While most of us actually want to sleep better and on time, there are barriers that come—some of which we can avoid, some we can&#x27;t. While we can, let&#x27;s avoid the sleep deprivation by keeping in mind what contributes to this:</p><ul><li>Drinking too much caffeine (usually after 2PM)</li><li>Working late</li><li>Afternoon naps that last too long</li><li>Gaming, or binge-watching shows late at night</li><li>Medical conditions like insomnia (consult your doctor or a sleep specialist if you suspect you have this)</li><li>A cluttered bedroom that leads to a cluttered mind </li><li>Having your TV in the room, or having lights that are too bright at night</li><li>Late-night snacking</li></ul><div><br/></div><p>Now that we know what causes sleep deprivation, it&#x27;s time to remedy our sleep practices and harness the best of what it has to offer. Dr. Lao-Ang says that &#x27;Sleep experts&#x27; tip to know the best time to sleep is to start getting ready for bed between 9PM to 11PM, or know when you must wake up, go back seven to eight hours and add 15 minutes to allow your body to fall asleep.&#x27;</p><div><br/></div><p>She also shares that sleep position is crucial for beauty sleep. Ideally, we sleep face up so that we avoid the development of sleep wrinkles, but if we&#x27;re used to being side-sleepers, she advises us to use smooth silk pillowcases.</p><div><br/></div><p>Ready to get your beauty sleep on? We&#x27;ve rounded-up some of our best sleep essentials to help you get glowing, starting tomorrow when you wake up! As Dr. Lao-Ang always says, &#x27;Get that beauty sleep for you to achieve glowing skin from within!&#x27;</p><div><br/></div><p>Swipe through the gallery below:</p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/2f82aeb1-7405-4604-bb80-a085f101e5e8_gallery_beautysleep.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7b81033a-ad04-4319-bf95-91c370ea4e82_lily%20and%20adora%202.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a49d73e4-5017-46d1-9a85-decb87512828_ph172411.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f7d5b82e-1871-418c-84a8-549fe4e23f6c_pe833010.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/33a379cb-72ea-430e-97b6-890c09757f02_ph176063.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/6787620a-4b58-4f22-bc30-0242d0569fa5_euroo%20eye%20massager.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c10fcb50-030c-46a3-9f3b-2472ecd57157_screen%20shot%202024-08-07%20at%206.03.07%20pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Lily &amp; Adora Silk Pillowcases - Who would have thought that pillowcases can count as a pick for your beauty kit? With Lily &amp; Adora&#x27;s Pure Mulberry Silk OEKO-TEX Certified pillowcases, you are ensured less sleep wrinkles—making your skin look way more smooth and refreshed every night. They offer a variety of colors and some prints, and also offer other accessories such as sleep masks, and hair ties. <cite>SHOP HERE</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Ikea MJÖLKKLOCKA Ergonomic Pillow  - While Ikea has a range of pillows for every kind of sleeper, they have the MJÖLKKLOCKA ergonomic pillow which has memory foam for full comfort for side or back sleepers. <cite>SHOP NOW</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Ikea TRÅDFRI Remote Control Kit - Lighting is crucial for falling asleep. If you hate reaching for the switch as you&#x27;re about to doze off, we recommend Ikea&#x27;s remote control kit that allows you to control lights from lamps from a distance. <cite>SHOP NOW</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Ikea FÖRNUFTIG / VINDRIKTNING Air Purifier/Air Quality Sensor - Make sure you&#x27;re not inhaling subpar air as you sleep—invest in a air purifier that you can place beside your bed. Yes, even if Covid-19 is a regular thing now. <cite>SHOP NOW</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>EUROO Eye Care Massager - This EUROO Eye Care Massager helps to ease eye strain and with its fully customizable air pressure and heat compression massage. It can help reduce puffy eyes and induce better sleep.<cite>SHOP NOW</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Scent Therapy Sleep Roll-on Care - Scent Therapy Sleep Roll-on Care is a calming and refreshing roll-on oil with a relaxing scent. Keep this on your bedside table and get ready to doze off into dreamland!<cite>SHOP NOW</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><br/></div><p>Banner photos (woman) by <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/woman-in-black-and-white-stripe-shirt-lying-on-brown-couch-YUF0WK7zzAU" target="_blank">kayvan jabbarian on Unsplash</a></p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/beauty/skincare/sunnies-face-dream-serum-dream-spa/38599" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Editor Diaries: My Experience at the Sunnies Face Dream Spa</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/beauty/skincare/aivee-belotero-revive/38387" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Aivee Clinic&#x27;s Revive Is the Latest Rejuvenating Treatment You Should Try</a></div>

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This Is How Sleep Makes You Beautiful

Kate Paras-Santiago

Published Aug 07, 2024 02:34 PM PHT

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Updated Aug 08, 2024 10:43 AM PHT

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