And for some of us, it’s all too routine.
Their answers, below.
Meet the Experts
Why Should You Remove Makeup Before Going to Bed?
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“For some, sleeping just one night with makeup on leads to an inevitable breakout.
For others, it won’t have visible consequences.
But repeatedly sleeping with makeup on will certainly compound the issue,” Dr. Murphy-Rose notes.
That said, some products are worse than others to leave on overnight.
“Sleeping with makeup on is not a good idea,” Dr. Wee confirms.
“Pollution leads to increased free radical damage which we know contributes to collagen depletion.
Loss of collagen is a major cause of skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles.”
Dr. Wee says that wearing makeup to bed can clog pores, which results in acne.
“This can result in a duller, dry, coarse complexion.”
A daily cleansing routine can also help reduce contamination of your makeup."
Dr. Wee adds that inflammation can also result from an allergic reaction.
The delicate skin around the eye is especially vulnerable.
The Final Takeaway
As you’ve gathered, sleeping in makeup is not great for your skin.
It can lead to premature aging, acne flare-ups, dehydration, and irritation.
However, committing (and we meanreallycommitting) to anightly skincare routinewill help you avoid these issues altogether.
