Less than 7 hours: Poor

A healthy sleep cycle is 7-8 hours. A poor sleep cycle can have negative effects on your skin.

• Skin problems arising out of poor sleep cycle
  

  1. Lack of sleep increases cortisol levels in the body, making your skin dull and prone to acne.
  2. Poor sleep lowers collagen production, giving you early signs of ageing.



• Skin benefits of a healthy sleep cycle
  

  1. Getting enough sleep helps your skin to rejuvenate faster.
  2. There is enhanced blood flow throughout the body when you're asleep, which gives you a glowing bright complexion.
  3. Good night’s sleep enhances collagen production levels in the skin preventing premature ageing.



• Here’s how you can get a good night’s sleep.
  

  1. Keep away all electronic gadgets at least an hour before you sleep.
  2. Avoid caffeine. Caffeine alters the body’s circadian clock. It stimulates the nervous system and shifts the body to an alert mode.
  3.Create a warm, cozy atmosphere in your room before sleeping. This helps your brain in producing ‌sleep hormones.

7-9 Hours: Perfect

You have a healthy sleep cycle. Keep it up!

• Skin benefits of a healthy sleep cycle
  

  1. Getting enough sleep helps your skin to rejuvenate faster.
  2. There is enhanced blood flow throughout the body when you're asleep, giving you a glowing complexion.
  3. Good night’s sleep enhances collagen production levels preventing premature ageing.

8+ hours: More than enough

A healthy sleep cycle is 7-8 hours. However, sleeping for more than 9 hours can invite a lot of health problems.

• Possible problems that oversleeping can lead to
  

  1. Oversleeping increases the risk of stroke, diabetes, and degenerative diseases.
  2. It also increases the risk of obesity and can lead to depression, and anxiety.



• Here’s how you can optimize your sleep routine
  

  1. Set a fixed routine and follow regular sleep and wake up times.
  2. Exercise daily, and have a healthy diet.
  3. Make sure the sunlight fills your room early in the morning, to wake up early naturally.

Less than 2 litres: Poor water intake

Your water intake is less than recommended. Poor water intake can harm your skin.

• Skin problems due to inadequate water intake
  

  1. Dehydrated skin appears dull and dry. Dry skin is at a higher risk for breakouts and sagging.
  2. Inadequate water intake leads to enlarged pores, wrinkles, and puffiness, leading to skin irritation.



• Benefits that water has for skin

  1.Drinking enough water improves skin tone by flushing out all the toxins.
  2.Helps improve the elasticity of the skin, thus reducing sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles
  3.It maintains the pH balance of the skin, reduces puffiness and helps skin heal faster.



• Here’s how you can build the habit of drinking water.

  1.Set reminders for drinking water after specific time intervals.
  2.Keep a water bottle or a jug in front of you all day long.
  3.Make use of apps that help you track your water intake.
  4.Drink a glass of water half an hour before every meal.

2-5 litres: Optimum water intake

Your water intake is optimum. Keep it up!

• Benefits that water has for skin
  

  1. Drinking enough water improves skin tone by flushing out all the toxins.
  2. Helps improve the elasticity of the skin, thus reducing sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles.
  3. It maintains the pH balance of the skin, reduces puffiness and helps skin heal faster.

No or Low-stress: Excellent

Your experience stress rarely, and at a lower intensity. Well done!

Moderate stress: Better

Your stress level is moderate. Keep going, you’re almost there!

• How does stress affect your skin?
  

  1. Stress can lead to skin and acne breakouts by producing excessive oil.
  2. It aggravates inflammation, giving rise to redness, rashes, and irritation.
  3. It can cause existing skin conditions such as eczema to worsen.



• Here’s how you can reduce your stress
  

  1.Maintain a healthy diet and exercise daily.
  2. Meditation and deep breathing are powerful tools that help you manage stress and anxiety.
  3.Do what makes you happy. Take time for yourself, and things that can lift your mood.

Severe stress: Not recommended

Your stress level is high. Chin up, you’ve got this!

• How does stress affect your skin?
  

  1. Stress can lead to skin and acne breakouts by producing excessive oil.
  2. It aggravates inflammation, giving rise to redness, rashes, and irritation.
  3. It can cause existing skin conditions such as eczema to worsen.



• Here’s what you can do to minimize your stress
  

  1. Maintain a healthy diet and exercise daily.
  2. Meditation and deep breathing are powerful tools that help you manage stress and anxiety.
  3. Do what makes you happy. Taking time for yourself can lift your mood.
  4. Talk about what's bothering you. Seek assistance from professionals, if you feel overwhelmed.