The 4 Skin Issues That Can Be Solved by a Good Night's Sleep

When you skip your prescribed eight hours of sleep, it causes stress on your body. An increase in the stress hormone cortisol in turn increases your likelihood of getting breakouts. So you'll not only be sluggish the next day, but you'll also have a huge zit (#worstdayever)!

In case you didn't hate cortisol enough, the hormone can also cause your skin cells to deteriorate faster. Guess the saying "stress ages you" is true! Getting a good night's sleep is paramount in the cell-renewal process.

Nighttime is when your skin repairs itself, making it the ideal time of day to apply antiaging treatments like retinol. Also during REM (the middle hours of sleep), melatonin is released, which acts as a natural antioxidant. Pull up a satin pillowcase, and catch some z's for younger-looking skin.

Pale, spotted skin is common after an evening burning the midnight oil. When we rest, our heart rate and blood flow evens out. This helps you get a well-rested glow, while skipping sleep can deprive your skin of nutrients causing an uneven complexion. Stock up on sleep, and (perhaps!) you'll save money on foundation.