PILLOW TALK

If you are anything like me, jumping into my very own bed after a long day is the most satisfying thing.... Ever. Like forever and ever. Sometimes I can't even be bothered to remove my clothing - (saves time in the morning I guess).

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Nevertheless, there are certain steps we should take before we leap into slumber wonderland.

HAVE YOU REMOVED YOUR MAKE UP?

Yes, you must remove make up and dirt particles from your face. Not only will it leave an imprint on your pillowcase, but will delay your skin from regenerating and will cause pore blockages. It takes 5 minute to cleanse, tone and moisturise - if you do it properly. Make up remover wipes are good too if you are still too lazy to conform to the skin cleansing routine. Be sure to then cleanse properly in the morning. Give your skin the respect it deserves.

Avoid panda eyes by removing your mascara before you go to bed.

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3 Steps to Skin Cleansing.

1. Use a Eye Make up Remover to gently remove mascara and gel liner. A bi-phase product (oil and water which you need to shake to emulsify) is ideal. Otherwise, almond oil is good too.

Bi-Phase Eye/Lip Make up removers available. Pic by Google Images.

2. Use a cream or milk cleanser and gently apply to your fingertips. I always add water to my fingers to assist with the emulsion of the product. Gentle circular motions all over the face and neck. Rinse with warm water. Repeat with a second (true cleanse) cleanse to remove any unwanted leftovers.

Use a Eye Make up Remover.

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3.Use a toner/lotion to remove any cleanser that may have not been washed off. Toners are astringent so therefore you may feel a tingle - it is tightening your pores at the same time. Nothing like a multi-tasker. Lol.

4. Apply a pea-size amount of moisturiser; preferably a NIGHT CREAM as this assists with further hydration of your skin whilst sleeping. It is a lot thicker than your day cream, but this is necessary for the skin whilst it is also resting and regenerating.

BRUSH YOUR HAIR.

Think back to the Brady Bunch days - when Marcia brushed her hair 100 times before bed. Not only will remove any knots but it will also stimulate your scalp to encourage new hair growth. For long hair, a loose plait is ideal so that it doesn't get tangled throughout your sleep.

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BRUSH YOUR TEETH.

Arrrggghhhh........this is the most tedious of them all. However, for good oral hygiene we must be vigilant with our teeth cleaning. This will keep tooth decay at bay and remove unwanted plaque build up from the day's food intake. Don't forget to floss too. #notetoself

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Finally, HAVE YOU WASHED OFF YOUR FAKE TAN?

If you have applied a 2 hour self tanner, be sure to remove it before bed time. There is no need to sleep in it (unless specified by the manufacturer) and get tan all over your sheets. Not to forget, that you may also ruin the developing the tan. Just rinse the tan off with water only. No soap, body wash or shampoo just during this wash, as they can cause streaks in the early stages of the tan developing.

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So there you have it. I'm tired just looking at all that needs to be done prior. No wonder we couldn't be bothered. We shall not be lazy. We will save face. Good night. SK xxx

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