Skin Sin #3

Not enough sleep is causing your skin to age.  It's called "beauty sleep" for a reason!  When you are re-charged and re-freshed, your immune system is stronger, your mind clear, stress is reduced because you are able to handle more and the cells in your body are at peak performance.  How do you know if you are sleep deprived?  Take a look in the mirror.  Do you have bags under your eyes?  Do they sink into your head? Is there discoloration on your eye lids or under your eyes?  Ayurveda suggests in bed by 10 and rise by 6.  Try it for a few weeks and see your energy skyrocket and your skin glow.  If sleep is something that is difficult for you try acupuncture or hypnotherapy.  Incorporating gentle movement like yoga or Nia will also help. Sleep well, live well!