Hands up if you’re not a morning person. You’re definitely not alone in this, but the good news is, with some minor lifestyle changes and some clever beauty hacks, you definitely can look and feel more alert in the mornings.
To help you brave reporting back to the office in the mornings again, here are 5 proven ways to perk yourself up - without having to rely on a cup of freshly-brewed coffee, although that definitely helps.
Read on for 5 helpful tips on how to look and feel more like a morning person!
#1 Chug a full glass of water
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OK we hate to sound like our parents, but good ol’ H2O really is the cure here. Fatigue is a symptom of dehydration, and you hadn’t drank a drop of water for what, 7 hours? So before you even think about getting coffee, chug a glass of water first. You might be pleasantly surprised by the difference it makes!
#2 Get some sunlight
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Sure, keeping your room dark and cool is super conducive to falling and staying asleep. When you’re waking up, however, it might be more beneficial to draw the curtains and let the sunlight in. Your body has an internal clock, also known as your circadian rhythm, and sunlight exposure signals to your body that it’s time to wake up.
#3 Use the new Awaken Peptide Eye Gel from Dermalogica
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What if we told you that there’s a product that can perk tired eyes up in just 10 minutes? Dermalogica’s new Awaken Peptide Eye Gel does exactly just that. A lightweight gel formulated with tetrapeptides, caffeine and soothing rosemary leaf extract, it effectively combats obvious signs of fatigue, such as puffiness, dark circles and fine lines. And here’s a pro tip: store it in the refrigerator so the gel is cool and extra refreshing when you apply it under your eyes. Wait 10 minutes for the product to work its magic and you’re good to go!
That’s not all - the Awaken Peptide Eye Gel also cares for the delicate skin around your eyes. It contains a bio-engineered Succinic Acid blend for radiance, plus Voandzeia Subterranea Seed Extract for smoothening and luminosity. With regular usage, your eye area will begin to look more revitalised and energised.
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How: Simply join Dermalogica’s e-mailing list to redeem your free sample of the Awaken Peptide Eye Gel! Also look out for a Vespa that’ll make for the perfect photo op - upload your photo with the Vespa on social media to win cold-brewed coffees or travel-sized products from Dermalogica, while stocks last.
#4 Take a cold shower
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As unpleasant as it might sound, a cold shower in the morning might just work better than a venti-sized coffee. According to a study in the North American Journal of Medical Sciences, cold water causes the blood vessels in deeper tissue to dilate, thereby increasing heart rate, blood flow and circulation - all of which stimulate your body to wake up. Not ready for a cold plunge just yet? Start with washing your face in the mornings with cold water.
#5 Cheat with a little concealer
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Still not feeling awake? Then it’s time to fake it till you make it. Apply a creamy concealer over your dark eye circles, making sure to blend properly so that it doesn’t crease. Then, set with an illuminating powder to brighten up your eye area. Apply a little blush for colour and no one will be able to tell that you’re just dying to get back into bed!
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Text: GirlStyle SG
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