14/06/2026
Did You Know? Lack of Quality Sleep Ages the Skin
Sleep deprivation is linked to aging skin. When we are sleep deprived, studies have shown our skin shows signs of premature aging and a decrease in its ability to recover after sun exposure.
When we are asleep, our cells rebuild and repair themselves. Levels of adrenaline and corticosteroids drop and the body starts to produce growth hormone. This is when the repair and growth processes kick in.
At night, don’t forget to gently cleanse the days stress from your skin. Then nurture and feed these very important skin cells, so that they may function at their optimum and keep aging at bay.
Not many things can refresh and rejuvenate your body like a good night’s sleep. Ignoring or trying to endure insomnia is like driving your car every day without ever changing the oil, putting air in your tires, or getting any other preventative maintenance. Sooner or later, you’re going to break down.
Healthy sleep can lead to many benefits, including. Lowered blood pressure, Increased blood supply for muscle growth, Repaired internal organs and tissues, Triggered hormone release, including growth hormones.
Another aid to good sleep is getting a regular massage. Massage increases feel-good hormones such as serotonin, oxytocin, and dopamine, which can lead to increased feelings of relaxation. A gentle massage can do more than just relieve pain and discomfort in the body. If you have chronic difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep because of insomnia, massage can help establish a pattern of restful and rejuvenating sleep.