Maybe you have struggled to sleep, haven't slept enough or just don't feel ready to face the day, however there are several ways to look fresh and rested. Everyone's dream is to look in the mirror as soon as you wake up and see a beautiful, lively face. Try to develop habits that help restore your mind, skin, and body to wonder each morning.
Steps
Part 1 of 4: Quick Solutions
Step 1. Let the natural daylight in
Sunlight helps the body accept that it is time to wake up. By letting her into your bedroom, you will have less trouble getting up, reset your body's biological clock and feel more refreshed and in a good mood.
Step 2. Start the day with some exercise
Exercising increases your body temperature and causes the brain to release endorphins - substances that help you wake up. Try doing some light exercise to improve muscle flexibility and range of motion, especially in the legs and arms. Specifically, you can do some lateral leg raises, 1-2 sets of abs and some alternating arm swings.
Step 3. Stimulate the sense of smell to wake you up
Some fragrances are capable of stimulating and invigorating the body. Here are some examples:
- The coffee. Some studies have shown that in addition to drinking it, simply smelling it can also be very useful. In fact, the scent of freshly brewed coffee helps you reduce stress and is able to give you a slight boost.
- Aromatherapy. Researchers have found links between using essential oils and feeling energetic or exhausted. Some fragrances, such as those of citrus fruits, improve mood and stimulate the mind thanks to certain hormones: serotonin and noradrenaline. Try using rosemary essential oil as well to feel more energetic.
Step 4. Sip some coffee
Caffeine confuses the brain by replacing and inhibiting the release of adenosine: a chemical that helps regulate wakefulness. The lower the adenosine levels, the more awake you feel. Remember, however, that in the long run, the body will normalize the situation in order to be able to sleep.
Step 5. Drink a glass of cold water
Drinking water in the morning is a good way to get your metabolism going. Cold water forces the body to work a little harder than normal to restore its normal temperature (37 ° C).
Step 6. Wash your face with cold water
Cold water in contact with the skin generates a small shock in the system; in addition, it has the added benefit of reducing fatigue, speeding up metabolism and starting the central nervous system.
Part 2 of 4: Improving the Quality of Sleep
Step 1. Get at least eight hours of sleep a night
Sleep actually improves your health, so it allows you to look better when you wake up. The younger you are, the more sleep you need. For example, teenagers may need up to ten hours of sleep a night and children even more.
Step 2. Avoid stimulants
Most people take various stimulants through drinking or eating until late in the evening. In the last 4-6 hours of the day, avoid drinks that contain caffeine, such as tea, coffee, and some fizzy drinks, to be able to rest properly.
Step 3. Create a perfect bedroom ambiance
There are many ways to improve the quality of sleep by intervening on the stimuli of the surrounding environment. Maybe some nights you fall asleep easily, while others you just can't sleep; in any case, scientists have set guidelines that can prove to be very useful.
- Reduce the heat in the room. A temperature between 15 and 21 ° C can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better overall. A cool environment promotes longer and deeper sleep, while humidity has been found to cause insomnia and negatively interfere with sleep quality in several ways.
- Create complete darkness. When the eyes perceive the absence of light, they send a message to the brain, which in turn orders the secretion of melatonin. This hormone tells the body that it is night and therefore it is time to sleep. The presence of light in the room reverses this process and causes the body to wake up by raising the temperature and lowering the melatonin levels, to prepare you for a new day.
Step 4. Create a sleep routine
Choose some relaxing techniques to practice every night before bed so that your body gets used to feeling calm and ready to fall asleep. Experiment with some of the following ideas or set your imagination in motion:
- Do exercises that help you sleep better. For example, yoga is perfect for relaxing the mind and body before sleep.
- Read a few pages of a book or write in your diary. As you read the stress levels in your body drop dramatically. Studies have found that as little as 6 minutes of a good read helps you lower your heart rate significantly and relax your entire body.
- Take a warm shower or bath. When you immerse yourself in hot water, your body temperature exceeds normal values. Once out of the bath, the heat quickly decreases causing the muscles to relax. Some studies have shown that there is a direct correlation between the reduction in temperature and the onset of sleep.
Part 3 of 4: Improving the Appearance of the Skin
Step 1. Take care of your skin
Ultraviolet rays cause various skin damage, such as the appearance of spots or wrinkles. To look good when you wake up, you should try to minimize exposure to sunlight.
- Be strict about using sunscreen. The sun protection factor (SPF) should never be lower than 15. Remember to reapply the cream regularly, especially during exercise.
- Stay in the shade during the hottest hours. Try not to stay in the sun during the middle of the day. If you want your skin to stay young and healthy, keep it protected.
- Be kind to your skin. Do not use abrasive soaps or harsh chemicals to clean it. When using the razor, avoid the upside so as not to irritate her or cause ingrown hair. When it's time to dry it, pat it gently with the towel rather than rubbing it hard.
Step 2. Protect her with retinoids
These precious molecules are contained in many beauty serums and creams, as they help minimize wrinkles, acne, freckles, dark spots and stimulate the production of collagen.
Step 3. Change your makeup habits
Cosmetic products and accessories can improve or worsen the health of the skin, depending on how you use them. Follow these tips to keep her healthy even if you wear regular makeup.
- Wash your brushes regularly. Unfortunately, some studies have shown that most women overlook the fact that a multitude of bacteria lurk among the bristles. Get in the habit of washing them once a week with warm water and a small amount of makeup remover.
- Remove your make-up every night before going to sleep. Leaving the makeup on the skin allows bacteria, irritation and milia to develop, which are unsightly small white bumps or cysts. Use a water-based cleanser to remove all traces of makeup.
- Avoid oil-based cosmetics. Most people have parts of the face where the skin tends to get oily, so adding more oil can only make the problems worse. Avoiding oil-based products reduces the risk of pore clogging and the formation of acne or other blemishes.
Step 4. Exfoliate the skin
When not cleaned properly, pores can enlarge and become clogged. Remove sebum and impurities from your skin by exfoliating it with a soft-bristled brush and a mild cleanser.
Step 5. Apply a moisturizer immediately after your evening shower
There are different types, generally formulated to meet the needs of different skin types: normal, dry, oily or sensitive. The moisturizer has many functions, for example treating imperfections and protecting the skin to make it appear more even.
Step 6. Treat dark circles
Experiment with one of the following solutions: tea bags, spoons, or cucumber slices. In the first case, you can place two cold, wet tea bags on your eyes, as the tannins contained in the tea plant help reduce swelling. If you prefer to use two slices of cucumber or two tablespoons, put them in the refrigerator for a few hours before placing them on your eyes. The difference in temperature will act like a small ice pack, reducing inflammation and possibly pain. Use your favorite remedy for a few minutes.
Part 4 of 4: Developing New Healthier Habits
Step 1. Exercise
We all know that movement is good for the body, but it is good to specify that it is also good for the skin. Exercise tones and firms the muscles, resulting in the skin looking more beautiful as well. In addition, blood circulation also improves, so skin cells receive more oxygen and nutrients, which help fight inflammation and make skin appear smoother and more relaxed. Exercise can help you look better in many ways.
- Remember to cleanse your skin before starting your workout to keep pores clear.
- Use breathable clothing to keep your skin fresh and clean. It is an effective way to prevent acne, for example on the back.
- Exercise in a cool place to prevent your body temperature from rising excessively. It is an effective way to prevent certain skin disorders from appearing or worsening.
- Apply a moisturizer before and after your workout. In the first case it allows you to keep sweat under control, in the second it prevents the skin from dehydrating or cracking, especially after swimming in the pool. Remember that hydrated skin looks beautiful and healthy.
- Exercise reduces anxiety and stress. It also improves fitness, self-esteem and health. Just 15 minutes of physical activity a day can help reduce anxiety levels.
Step 2. Reap the benefits of hydrotherapy
Some scholars have found that alternating between hot and cold treatments, including the sauna, is good for your health. Blood flow improves, metabolism speeds up, depression is reduced and the body is stimulated. After washing, alternately direct jets of hot and cold water (at the highest and lowest temperature you can tolerate) all over your body, ending with the cold one.
Step 3. Stop smoking
Researchers have found that smoking is linked not only to several manifestations of skin aging, but also to some skin diseases, such as psoriasis. The heat given off by cigarettes damages the skin directly, moreover the skin elasticity worsens due to the narrowing of the blood vessels. As if that weren't enough, smoking causes a decrease in vitamin A levels.
Step 4. Eat a healthier diet
Compose your meals with foods that are healthy for the body, such as those high in fiber and low in fat (especially saturated fat). A diet based on healthy and natural ingredients increases vital energy and improves mood, while junk food makes you sluggish and sad.
- To reduce symptoms of depression, doctors recommend eating foods that provide the body with folic acid and vitamin B12, such as green leafy vegetables and legumes.
- Eat lots of fruit. Some studies have shown that there is a strong correlation between eating fruit to improve your health and a greater sense of well-being due to feeling fitter.
- Eat fish often. Numerous studies have shown that there is a link between a diet rich in fish and the alleviation of depression. The ideal is to include fish that are richer in Omega-3 fatty acids in the diet.
Step 5. Make sure you drink enough water
You should take about three liters of it a day. The results of the studies carried out show that drinking a lot of water improves blood flow and skin elasticity, which consequently appears more hydrated, full and healthy.
