Last Updated on February 8, 2021
4. It might trigger eye infections
You need to be careful when using eyeshadows and mascara! Optometrists have warned us about the risk of applying makeup products that contain toxins like heavy metals or formaldehyde, for example. And sleeping with these products on your face can be extra damaging – it may lead to irritation and, in more severe situations, your eyelashes may even fall. Protect your eye health and remove your makeup at the end of the day.
5. You might end up with chapped lips
If you wear lipstick daily, you need to make an extraordinary effort to keep your lips hydrated, or there will be a higher risk that they will become chapped. Spending the night with lipstick on will give it a chance to absorb all the moisture from your lips, which can lead to severely chapped and dried lips. It is not a pleasant situation, so don’t forget to hydrate your lips and remove your makeup before bedtime.
6. You might end up with greasy hair and oily skin
Going to bed with your makeup on can cause damage to your bedding, but also your hair and skin. Even if the chances are small, your lip-gloss might end up on your hair, causing it to become tangled and greasy. And the clogging of your pores will worsen if you sweat during the night, which can lead to oily skin.
7. Your skin can become dull
If you don’t want to develop a lifeless and dull skin, then make an effort to remove your makeup every night. As you walk around with makeup during the day, toxins and pollution from the atmosphere will get stuck to your skin, causing it to look lifeless and dull. If you want your skin to look bright and healthy, allow it to breathe. Bonus: What can you do if you forgot to remove your makeup? As soon as you wake up, remove your makeup using a soothing makeup remover, preferably fragrance-free. Apply eye drops into your eyes to soothe them. Gently scrub your skin using cleansing oil and proceed with your regular skincare routine. In the 24 hours that follow, nurture your lips using an ultra-rich balm.
