Dermatologist Sanjeev Gulati (Sharda Hospital, India) said that washing your face before bed is an important skin care habit that many people often ignore, especially on tiring days. However, not cleaning your skin before bed can cause many problems that negatively affect your skin and overall health, according to Onlymyhealth.
Dust, excess oil and bacteria accumulate on the skin
During the day, the face is exposed to a lot of dirt, excess oil, sweat and bacteria from the environment. If you do not wash your face at night, these impurities will stick to your skin, causing clogged pores, making the skin dull and vulnerable. Unclean skin is like a piece of sea spinach filled with things that should not be done.
Increased risk of acne
Not washing your face at night is one of the main causes of acne, blackheads and whiteheads. Excess oil, dirt and remaining bacteria on the skin will clog pores, leading to inflammation and acne. Therefore, when you go to bed with dirty skin, you are creating favorable conditions for acne to develop.
Skin cannot effectively recover on its own
Night is the time when the skin self-repair and regenerate. When you sleep, blood flow to the skin increases, stimulating the body to produce collagen and regenerate new cells. However, if your skin is still covered with dirt and dead skin cells, this process will be hindered, making it difficult for your skin to recover and age faster.
Signs of premature aging
Free radicals from pollution and UV rays accumulating on the skin if not cleaned will cause oxidative stress, disrupting collagen and elastin, two important proteins that help keep the skin firm and elastic. As a result, the skin becomes sagging, wrinkled and aging earlier than normal.
Irritable and eye problems
If you do eye makeup like mascara, eyeliner or pills, not drying and washing your face can cause your eyes to become irritated, red, dry or even lead to infections like eye measles or conjunctivitis. The skin of the eyelid area is very delicate and needs to be carefully cared for to avoid unwanted damage.
Natural pH imbalance of the Skin
The skin has a natural layer of acidic film that helps protect against bacteria and environmental impact. When you sleep with dirty skin, this layer of mucous membranes is broken, making the skin vulnerable to damage, sensitivity, dryness and redness.
Simple and effective ways to wash your face before bed
You don't need a complex skin care routine to protect your skin. With just the following steps, your skin has been properly cared for:
Use a mild cleanser to remove dirt and excess oil.
Use a soft, absorbent towel, do not rub your skin too hard.
Apply moisturizer to keep your skin soft.
You can add serum or a special treatment product that suits your skin type.
