Family Encyclopedia >> Beauty & Style

Here they are:the best and worst sleeping positions for your skin

Here they are:the best and worst sleeping positions for your skin

We all know that getting enough sleep is important for your skin. But did you know that your sleeping position also has an effect on your skin? One position causes your skin to age faster than the other…

On your side

Although sleeping on your side is best if you suffer from a cold or other sinus problems, it is not exactly the best position for your skin. You can get wrinkles in your décolleté and of course on the side of your face where you lie on. When you move your skin against your pillow, there is tension on your skin, causing it to age faster. Now that may not happen after a night, but sleeping on your side for years can of course have a significant effect. Do you often turn to your side in your sleep? Then take a silk or satin pillowcase to prevent chafing.

Read also :'Can you prevent puffiness by going to bed on time?'

On your belly

You probably guessed it:this is the worst sleeping position for your skin… If you lie on your stomach, you'll be pushing your skin into your pillow for hours on end. This can cause your face to swell and you will get frown lines around your eyes and lips more quickly. In the long run, this can lead to permanent fine lines, especially on your forehead, and facial wrinkles. Also, the pressure of your face in your pillow causes puffy eyes because your head and heart are at the same height, which will cause more blood to flow to your face. Don't forget that pillowcases contain a lot of bacteria and bacilli, which also has no positive effect on your skin when it comes to blemishes and pimples... So it is better to avoid this attitude!

On your back

Yes, this is the best sleeping position if you want to save your skin. Not only does it prevent you from getting wrinkles because there is less friction as long as your skin does not touch your pillows, it also puts less tension on your skin. In fact, for better skin, it works best if you put an extra pillow under your head to prevent moisture from building up during your sleep. This also makes you less likely to suffer from thick eyes. Not a back sleeper? Then invest in a body pillow to prevent you from rolling onto your side or stomach in your sleep.

Source: Realsimple.com