|
Author: Sheila Dicks Article source: http://www.awomansresource.com/. Used with author's permission.
As women we know that a lack of sleep leaves us irritable; however most of us are unaware of the damage it may be doing to our skin? Besides being an essential component of a healthy lifestyle, getting 8 hours of sleep per night helps improve the texture and the luminosity of our skin. During the night the skin is restored from the harmful effects of daily stress. When we do not get the required sleep our skin suffers. This is especially noticeable in the fragile skin under the eyes. The under eye area is almost fifty percent thinner than the skin on the face. Sleepless nights leaves behind fine lines, dark circles or puffy bags. Cosmetic treatments can soften the effects of sleep deprivation but preventive medicine is the best cure. Eye treatments are limited in their ability and cannot reverse the stress that a lack of sleep will do to the skin.
Sleep experts say that we need 8 hours of sleep per night. However, the latest research shows that women average 6 hours and forty minutes of sleep during the week and 7 hours on the weekend. Besides the extra work that women have to contend with (helping with homework, laundry, cooking, etc.) and the many concerns that keep them from sleep, women are also be kept awake by - small children who wake during the night, teenagers coming home late, aging parents who get up during the night.
What can we do to sleep more peacefully and longer? Here are some hints:
1. Eliminate noise from your bedroom. Bedroom sounds should be low and consistent. Try earplugs.
2. Keep your room dark by using dark fabric on your windows. If that is not possible, try eyeshades.
3. The temperature of the room should be cool.
4. A relaxing bath before you go to bed will induce sleep.
5. Set a schedule to arise, no matter what time you went to bed the night before.
6. Turn your clock so you can't see the time if you wake up in the middle of the night.
7. Keep TV's and computers out of the bedroom, make it a place just for sleep and sex.
8. Get a queen-size mattress if you don't sleep alone. We need room to move.
9. Avoid alcohol before sleeping. While alcohol may help us fall asleep, it will also wake us in the middle of the night.
10. Avoid nicotine before going to bed because it is a stimulant.
11. Don' go to bed hungry or overly full. Have a snack early in the night.
12. Watch your coffee intake. Caffeine from coffee, tea, cola and chocolate can affect you for up to twelve hours.
13. If you fret during the night or if you think of something that you must do the next day, write it down so you can deal with it in the morning.
14. Try natural-fill pillows such as down or feather because they have the most adjustability. If you suffer from back pain put a pillow between your knees for a more comfortable sleep.
Happy Sleeping!!!!! Sheila Dicks is a wardrobe and image consultant who teaches women
how to look slimmer by dressing to suit their body type. Visit her at
http://www.sheilasfashionsense.com to download a copy of her e-book
Image Makeovers and get How to Build a Wardrobe free.
12 Steps to Overcoming Shyness With the Opposite Sex
Getting rid of your shyness may seem impossible but with a little effort and the desire to be more outgoing with the opposite sex then you can definitely overco...
Scam And Scheme Free Advertising For Your Business Web Site
There are lots of ways to advertise your business web site without getting caught up in all the hoopla of the web and have fears of getting ripped off. Here are...
Top Five Ways To Stay In Touch With Your Child
Once your little boy/girl goes off to school, you may find that your "special talks" occur less frequently... You may become disheartened by the mere fact that ...
How to Make First Sex Fabulous Sex
The heat is on. You can literally feel it arcing between you. Whether it's an enticing stranger you've just met or a special someone you've been slowly getting ...
Can Jewish Americans Still Have Devout Catholic Friends?
America is dividing again. Jewish Americans are finding it hard to discuss issues with devout Catholics who go with the flow and support the new Pope, Benedict ...
The Secrets of Correctly Stringing Your Guitar
Why do you care about stringing your guitar you may ask.
Well the reason is simple. It will make you sound better
because if your guitar is properly strung,...
Three Bricklayers
The story of the three bricklayers has been around for many years. The reason it continues to be told is the messages that the story tells...
The Professor Makes A Minus Power Move
The department chair had an opportunity to invigorate his department; he was energized by the prospects. The Dean turned down his proposal, and the department c...
Dogs And Their Allergies
A former coworker has a dog that had begun itching and scratching incessantly. So much so, he had worn away a lot of his fur. She took him to the vet suspecti...
Casino Olympics
It is poised to be the 'biggest online casino event' that the industry has seen yet but does the International Casino Games have what it takes. Take a look at t...
Fads and Fashions
New investors are more likely to "follow the crowd" and fall in love with the latest fad. Remember the internet bubble back in the 90s? Be sure to read these ...
The Dissatisfied Customer
A dissatisfied customer is a direct reflection on our performance and a blow to our egos. The common reaction of small business people to a consumer complaint i...
Link To Get Traffic - Not Search Engine Rankings!
There have been a lot of changes on the web since I wrote the first edition of "Power Linking Your Way to 1 Million Hits" in 2002. Back then I told everyone th...
Speculator or Investor?
Talked to your broker or financial planner lately? Probably. The slowdown in the economy is causing the stock market to go down. Of more than 5,000 stocks on th...
Finding an Auto Loan with Bad Credit
Tip on how to save money and get a car loan with poor credit.
Escape to a World of Relaxation
An effective way of promoting relaxation and reducing stress, is to regularly "escape" from the pressures in your life. You may have more opportunities to escap...
Where Does Your Drinking Water Come From?
Drinking water comes from many sources. Each source contributes its own kinds of contaminants. This article will provide information on the different water sou...
Is Now the Right Time to Become An Entrepreneur?
A number of economic changes are magnifying the role of small business and creating the impetus for entrepreneurship. In the past, many people perceived small b...
Why Silk Plants Instead Of The Real Thing?
Many home owners and office managers are unsure if they should use silk or real plants and flowers for their interior decorating needs. Interior decorators have...
How to Maintain a Drum Set
How to Maintain a Drum Set
A Look at the Electric Violin
An electric violin is an amplified violin that sends out a signal through an electrical pickup device. There are several different models of electric violins. ...
Back To School – Educators Deduct School Expenses
As teachers and students head back to school following a glorious summer, it's time to remind teachers to organize 2004 school expenses. Under a temporary tax c...
Can Mexican Pharmacy Purchases Be Trusted?
There are some risks associated with purchasing drugs from a Mexican pharmacy, but they are no more risky than any other purchase you'd make on the Internet to...
Essential Ingredient
Direct Answers - Column for the week of September 15, 2003 I have a couple of questions for you. If a person no longer feels they love their spouse, is it time...
|
Print this page