How your beauty products are affecting your sleep

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Harsh products with synthetic fragrances or active ingredients like exfoliating acids can be overstimulating or irritating, which could make it more challenging to relax before bed.” Certified dermatologists and beauty experts break down the perfect beauty routine for a restful night’s sleep. “Vitamin D, Valerian, melatonin and ashwagandha are also ingredients to look out for for improved sleep quality.” Having experienced sleep deprivation herself, Goff developed her own supplement, “It has key patented ingredients that enhance aspects of brain function to improve sleep quality,” she says, “it’s designed to move away from ‘knock-you-out sedatives’ that compromise daytime function.” Alexandra Kay Time to Restore Magnesium Lotion – 200ml, £40, Green People Neal’s Yard Remedies Lavender Essential Oil – 10ml, £9 LYMA Supplement Refill – 120 capsules, £165, Healf Products to avoid – from eye creams to exfoliants We know that caffeine and blue light can trick our brains into thinking it’s daytime by prohibiting the release of melatonin, the sleep hormone. “These products may interfere with your ability to fall asleep if applied too late in the evening.” It’s not just your eye cream that could impact your sleep; chemical exfoliants can also disrupt your rest. “Uplifting fragrances such as citrus and jasmine are big ones to avoid,” says Cleeve, “they are great for sleepy mornings though!” Vøhtz notes that synthetic ingredients can also overstimulate your senses: “Synthetic fragrances in skincare products can cause sensitivities or headaches in some people, further disrupting your ability to wind down.” Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Eye – 15ml, £33, Look Fantastic An expert’s beauty routine for a good night’s sleep While this may have left you checking the labels on your night creams, there’s a simple solution to reclaiming your beauty routine for a better night’s sleep.