published : 21 Mar 2023 at 04:00
Sleep deprivation takes a toll on the skin, according to SK-II, whose concern coincides with the theme of World Sleep Day celebrated last Friday.
Since 2008, World Sleep Day has raised awareness of sleep-related issues and how to prevent and manage slumber-related disorders. It is held annually on the Friday before the vernal equinox or the first day of spring.
SK-II looked at the science of beauty sleep, in particular how restorative processes occur during the night.
Apart from “panda eyes”, lack of sleep will result in skin dullness which SK-II defines as a yellowed effect caused by oxidative stress. Just one restless night can lead to yellowed skin cloudiness…
