Beauty Sleep 101: Tips for Radiant Skin by Morning
Did you know your glow starts the night before?
Yes, your skincare goals are influenced by the food you eat, the water you drink, and the products you use—but they all begin with one essential step: beauty sleep!
We’ve all heard people refer to going to bed as their beauty sleep, but did you know that there’s real science behind it? Sure, we need a good night’s sleep to feel energized and take on the day but sleep also plays a huge role in how your skin looks, feels, heals, and just how much of that radiant glow you wake up with.
So, let science do the talking as we dive into sleep hygiene and how essential it is for your skin to shine.
The Science of Sleep + Skin
One of the most fun facts about sleep? It’s when your body kicks into repair mode. Staying up late and not prioritizing sleep won’t just show up as dark circles the next day; it can slow down your skin’s natural repair process over time. That dewy complexion you're trying to achieve with all those skincare products – results may have more to do with your sleep than you realize!
Research shows that during deep sleep (aka the most restorative phase of sleep), your body releases growth hormones. Why is this important for your skin’s health? These are crucial for cell regeneration and collagen production…yes, the stuff that keeps your skin plump and youthful! So, while we’re out here getting overwhelmed by the latest trending beauty hacks, the real secret might just be going to bed a little earlier.
What Happens If I Don’t Sleep Much?
Science also shows that when you don’t get enough sleep, your cortisol levels (stress hormone) increase.
Elevated cortisol breaks down collagen, which is precisely what you don’t want when investing in high-quality skincare.
Why does this happen? Cortisol can trigger inflammation and oxidative stress, which wears down your skin barrier and accelerates aging. If you’re religiously applying your nighttime skincare like a pro but staying up scrolling TikTok until 1 a.m., your body is basically throwing up its hands and tossing out all that hard work. Yikes.
Wait…What Is Sleep Hygiene?
Sleep hygiene is a relatively new term we’ve been hearing more about lately. It's all about creating bedtime routines and habits that allow your body to get the highest quality rest possible.
Think about little kids and how we give them bedtime rituals: baths, brushing their hair, and reading a story before bed. Somewhere along the way, we stopped treating bedtime as sacred and started scrolling on blue-lit screens until we passed out with a phone in hand.
Here’s How to Build Sleep Hygiene into Your Night:
💤 Stick to a consistent sleep schedule, yes, even on weekends!
🌙 Keep screens out of the bedroom (blue light messes with melatonin production)
💤 Create a calm, dark, quiet environment for sleep
🌙 Skip the late-night wine and sugary desserts, and instead try skin-loving bedtime snacks like nuts or tart cherries
💤 Sip a calming tea like chamomile or lemon balm to soothe your nervous system
Self-Care Rituals That Set the Stage:
A skincare routine added to your bedtime ritual supports better sleep hygiene and preps your skin for 7–9 hours of cellular repair. That’s major!
Here’s our HGO-approved wind-down routine:
- Cleanse away the day with our Foaming Facial Wash, especially refreshing for warmer weather.
- Add the Rejuvenating Mask and Facial Scrub 2–3 times a week for deep exfoliation, hydration, and a glow even science would want to study!
- Nourish and hydrate with our 5-star Night Crème.
Your nighttime routine is powerful. When you prioritize sleep and maintain good sleep hygiene, you’ll wake up more rested and refreshed, with less puffiness, fewer dark circles, and skin that naturally shines.
Build a bedtime ritual that feels personalized to you, get your beauty sleep, and get ready to glow!
Love,
Ashley & Honey Girl Organics