Are you “sleeping yourself” OLDER? 😴

If you snooze in one of these positions, the answer is likely YES! {NAME}, Can the way you sleep affect how young (or mature) you look? Absolutely it can! In fact, science shows the wrong sleeping position may actually accelerate premature wrinkles, emphasize facial folds, and even lead to visible drooping. (AKA the “slumber sags.”) For instance: If you're a notorious side-sleeper... You should know this position can lead to asymmetrical visible aging… Because it puts immense pressure on one side of your body — leading to more deflated-looking skin around your cheekbones. And worst of all, it can cause "lopsided" fine-lines that typically appear on only ONE side of your face. (In fact, I can usually tell which side my clients sleep on, just by looking at their skin!) And if you're a stomach-sleeper… Unfortunately, this position is even WORSE for visible aging. Not only does sleeping on your stomach make you more prone to full-face wrinkles — especially on the forehead… You may also notice some serious facial swelling when you wake up. See, stomach-sleeping can cause blood to flow directly to your face (often for up to 8 HOURS!)... Which can lead to puffy eyes and cheeks — and even a more bloated-looking neck — first thing in the morning. However, if you prefer to sleep on your back… I have good news! This is called the “supine position, ” and it’s the absolute BEST for prolonging youthful-looking skin. After all, there’s zero pillow-to-skin contact and no downward pressure on your face… Meaning fewer visible fine lines… less “flattened” facial features… and a more youthful appearance in general. (Tip: If puffiness is still an issue for you, go ahead and elevate your head about 20 degrees to help reduce fluid buildup even further.) Now I know switching up your sleeping position cold-turkey is a tall order… So, if you’re a side OR stomach sleeper — I have 2 recommendations: 1. Invest in a 100% silk pillowcase. Unlike cotton or linen, silk has a buttery smooth texture that can help cut down the friction on your skin… And in turn, lead to fewer “sleep wrinkles” and more even-looking skin. (Not to mention, silk pillowcases harbor way less dust, dander, and complexion-dulling bacteria. Talk about a win-win!) 2. Apply your skincare products at least 1 hour before bed. Anytime your skin makes direct contact with your pillow — so do all your favorite skincare solutions. So if you have a tendency to sleep on your side or stomach, your serums, oils, and moisturizers could be transferring straight onto your sheets. That’s why I recommend doing your nightly skincare routine at least 1 hour before bed for optimal absorption and less product waste. :) And if today’s email made you want to become a “supine-sleeper” — and help minimize sleep-related skin agers — here are a few quick tips to help you out: → Get comfy by laying with your arms straight at your sides, or stretched straight about your head (like in a goal post position). → To alleviate any pressure on your spine, prop some pillows under your head, and put a rolled-up towel under your knees. → If you’re worried about rolling over on your side or back in the middle of the night, create a barrier of pillows on either side of you just in case So {NAME} — I hope this cleared up any “beauty sleep” confusion for you… And if there are any other questions you have, hit “reply” and ask away! 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