STYLE

Hey, bright eyes! Kristina plays with Palmers FlipBalms

Beauty rest? Turns out it's really a thing—and we've got the deets on how to get it. Here's *exactly* what to do before you climb into bed for a snooze sesh that'll leave you gorgeous, glowy, well-rested and ready to rock your day.

Clean the slate
If there's one thing you *must* do every night, it's remove your makeup. Leaving on the day's foundation will lead to clogged pores and a buildup of oil and dirt. No, thank you! And even if you don't rock any cosmetics, your skin still gets coated in plenty of pollution. Pro tip: Remove your makeup before washing with your fave facial scrub for the best fresh-faced results. Trust us, your skin will thank you. 

Prep your pout
Chapped lips are a girl's worst nightmare. Keep your pucker soft and smooth by exfoliating with a warm washcloth and then moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. We recommend Palmer's FlipBalms, which you can snag here in fab flavors like Creamy Coconut, Juciy Watermelon and Ripe Mango. The cocoa butter formula means mega hydration—and did we mention they're completely paraben and petrolatum free?

Skip the sweets (and the salt)
We love Sour Patch Kids and a bag of cheesy Doritos just as much as the next girl, promise. But TBH, those kinds of late-night snacks can wreak havoc on your sleep and you'll wake up bloated and tired (yuck). Instead, sip a caffeine-free "dessert" tea (yes, they exist) in a flavor that satisfies your sweet tooth.

Multi-mask 
Three words: face, hair, eyes. Three more words: try them all! Face and hair masks are perf for flawless, glowing skin and lush tresses, while eye masks block out any extra light for an undisturbed night of ZZZ's. Bonus points if you try a therapeutic eye mask—scents like lavender and chamomile will help you relax instantly and snooze more soundly.

Sleep on silk 
Say goodbye (or goodnight) to frizzy hair and those annoying, not-so-cute creases on your face. Switching out your standard cotton pillowcase for a silk or satin one minimizes friction and damage to your tresses. For a quick fix with a similar strand-smoothing effect, tie a silk scarf around your head before lying down.

What's your nighttime beauty routine? Let us know in the comments below! 

by Amanda Tarlton | 9/2/2016