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How to maintain a healthy skin even in your sleep

After a busy day at work, nothing beats lying down in bed and catching up on your favourite show before dozing off, right? Wait! Did you kiss your skin goodnight first? If you don't have a night-time skin care routine, it is time to set up one. At night, when you are resting, your body is busy fixing the day's wear and tear as best as it can. While resting, your skin cell regeneration doubles up; production of collagen is boosted, harmful free radicals are destroyed and damaged cells are repaired. Additionally, the skin absorbs more active ingredients at night as they are not broken down by sunlight. A proper night-time skin care routine helps the skin's nightly rejuvenation, ensuring that you put your best face forward every day. Here's a basic guide to get your night-time skin care routine up to par:

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