We are all beauty products fans, their ability to transform, improve, and make us feel good cannot be denied. Since the base and mascara, to highlighters and lipsticks, these products are some of the ones we use on a day-to-day basis. However, what happens when the day is closed and we choose to skip that most necessary step of removing makeup? When you feel like sleeping with your makeup on after a hard day, it may appear to be harmless, however, in reality, it may cause havoc to your skin without even your realization. This is why you should consider twice before putting your head to sleep with the makeup on.
1. Blocked Pores Cause Outbreaks
Among the direct consequences of sleeping in make-up, clogged pores should be mentioned. The foundation, concealer, and powders combine with dirt, sweat and natural oils your skin produces throughout the day. These substances block pores when they stay put on your skin overnight thereby not allowing your skin to breathe and regenerate effectively. The result? Blackheads and whiteheads, as well as hard to treat stubborn pimples.
2. Accelerate Premature Aging
Female cosmetics usually have chemicals and pigments that when applied on the skin and not washed off during the night may hasten the process of destroying collagin and elastin. Collagen is a protein, which helps skin to remain firm and younger. Fine lines and wrinkles are revealed earlier than they are supposed to be when it becomes more damaged because of the combination of makeup residue and environmental pollutants. Leaving makeup on your face when you are asleep can actually make your skin age even more than you want to.
3. Eye Infections and Tearing
Mascara, eyeliner and eyeshadow are not mere cosmetics, it also doubles up in breeding bacteria when applied and left overnight. When one sleeps with eyeliner on, the chances of getting eye infections such as conjunctivitis or styes are high. Although no infection may occur, the chemicals and pigments may have an irritating effect on the sensitive skin around your eyes causing redness, puffiness and inflammation.
4. Dryness and Dehydration
Make up may disrupt the natural moisture in your skin. When you leave your makeup on overnight, your skin is supposed to be undergoing repair and hydration procedures but the makeup being trapped does not allow your skin to absorb any moisturizers that you put on. Consequently, you end up waking up with dry, tight and flaky skin more particularly in sensitive parts of the body such as the cheeks and below the eyes.
5. Skin Dullness and Uneven Texture
Remnants of sleeping in make up combine with dead cells of the skin. With time, such accumulation inhibits natural shedding and results in your skin appearing lifeless, coarse and disproportional. You are just putting your skin on hold without taking off the makeup, and your complexion has difficulty shining.
6. Worsens Skin Conditions
In individuals with underlying skin issues such as acne, eczema or rosace, makeup on skin during sleep may exacerbate the exacerbation. It is a mixture of chemicals, oils, and environmental pollutants under the makeup, resulting into a harmful environment to the sensitive skin. This may cause additional inflammation, redness and delays in healing.
7. Stains and Discoloration
Some makeup products have dyes and pigments that will leave a mark on your skin when left to stay too long. In the long run, these pigments may lead to the unequal color of the skin, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation. This is more so foundations, liquid lipsticks and bright colored eye shadows.
8. Discriminates Skincare Products
Regardless of the cost or efficiency of your night skincare regime, it can still be counteracted by falling asleep with your makeup on. It is hard to penetrate the skin with moisturizers, serums, and treatments that are covered with the layers of beauty products. This does not only waste your skincare time but can also hinder your skin to even repair itself overnight.
Final Thoughts
When you are asleep, your skin labors, filling in the breaks, creating, and keeping your skin hydrated. By sleeping in makeup, you are barring all these natural processes, clearing the way to congested pores, breakouts, and dryness, early aging and a myriad of other problems. Even five minutes every night can save your skin, keep it glowing like it does when you are young and optimize the results of your skincare habits.
Whenever you are tempted to skip the process of removing your makeup, keep in mind that your skin needs a clean sheet to breathe, recover and shine. It may sound convenient to sleep in your makeup but the damage it does to you is more serious than you can imagine.
