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Five tips for better sleep
From natural medicine consultant and sleep expert Hayley Pedrick of the London Sleep Centre
Hayley says:
1. Consistency is key
When you keep your bedtime and wake up times consistent, you fall asleep faster and improve circadian alignment.
2. Establish an unwind routine
Your last waking hour can be divided into three; 20 minutes finishing off tasks, 20 minutes of sleep prep like brushing teeth, then 20 minutes of relaxation.
3. Eat protein at breakfast
Waking early is often linked to a blood sugar imbalance. Protein at breakfast helps improve blood sugar stabilisation and reduce the likelihood of sleep-disrupting fluctuations at night.
4. Move more
Exercise increases feelings of drowsiness or ‘sleep pressure’ through the buildup of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) which is involved in energy production.
5. Reduce blue light exposure from 8pm
Low lighting, blue light-blocker glasses, and Bonne Nuit™ Night Cream will be your friends here.
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How a lack of sleep affects your skin
Looking tired is a very real thing. And the effects of sleep deprivation continue long after you’ve reached for your first coffee, as our cosmetic chemist and Head of R&D John Monoyioudis told us:
- Sleep deprivation impacts collagen production, so your skin can look as deflated as you feel – with fine lines looking more prominent.
Look for Peptides and Echium to plump and smooth. - Sensitive skin will feel a sleep deficit the most, as it further compromises the skin’s protective barrier – meaning irritation and tightness.
Strengthen your skin barrier with Ceramide-fuelled formulas designed to restore calm. - Our customers told us their most common concerns after a poor night’s sleep are dehydration and dark circles. That’s because Hyaluronic Acid production is affected – which your skin needs to hold moisture in.
Rehydrate with Hyaluronic Acid-rich formulas and use oil to lock it all in. - Poor circulation caused by a lack of shut-eye leads to puffiness and tired, crepey skin.
Seek out nourishing actives in lightweight formulas to hydrate and smooth. - Without sleep, your stress hormone (cortisol) levels will rocket – causing skin conditions like eczema and rosacea to flare.
Prioritise gentle cleansing and protection to support your skin barrier.
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