Daylight Saving Time Skin Care Tips

Well, daylight saving time happened again. We all lost an hour of sleep, which is fantastic news if you enjoy looking like a tired old owl.

Turns out, your skin gets just as confused as you do. So while your body is adjusting, keep it simple for a week or two—just stick to a gentle cleanser, a hydrating serum, and a decent moisturizer.

Between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM, your skin goes into peak defense mode. Apply some vitamin C or antioxidants to fight off free radicals, whatever those are. And for God’s sake, wear broad-spectrum SPF every morning. Sleep-deprived skin is even more vulnerable to UV damage.

Before bed, slap on some hyaluronic acid or ceramides to help your face repair itself while you toss and turn. Drink plenty of water, use a caffeine eye cream for the puffiness, and try to convince people you're actually awake.