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Hey ladies, here’s a 24-hour timetable for skin care

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Are you aware that your skin has a biological clock? Well, I kinda suspected but wasn’t too sure until I stumbled upon this commentary from the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. According to the commentary, the biological clock of our skin is under the influence of the central clock of our body. Although the role of this clock is currently unknown, Β I would like to think that it most likely regulates the behavior of our skin cells such as signaling them to protect against harmful radiation in the day and regenerating in the night. If this is true, then we might need to consider our skin care routines on a time basis.

Actually, how I came to discover this commentary was because I was trying to establish if it’s true that we should be doing certain things for our skin at certain hours – something I picked up while reading a Chinese book. Most of these books do not indicate a source and hence, it’s kinda hard to convince readers without sounding like some old wives’ tale. But given that there is now evidence that our skin has a biological clock, then some of what I’ve read do make some sense.

Here’s a timetable of what the book recommends in terms of a 24-hour skin care routine:

Between 6:00 and 8:00
Recommended time to wash our face as it’s important to cleanse off all impurities on the skin resulting from a night of skin regeneration. As this is the time when we accumulate more fluid in our body, so it’s also recommended to use products that can depuff the eye areas which are most susceptible to puffiness.

Between 8:00 and 10:00
A good time to drink sufficient water to balance the natural lipids of our skin when our skin cells are functionally optimally but the worst time to smoke as doing so can accelerate skin aging.

Between 11:00 and 12:00
Probably a time for some touch up because your nose area in particular, will probably look shiny with traces of oil. However, try to avoid using alcohol based products to touch up as that may cause skin sensitivity.

Between 13:00 and 16:00
Recommended time to take a 10-minute rest or nap as this stretch is when our skin may look tired and most prone to developing wrinkles.

Between 16:00 and 20:00
A good time to indulge in facials or facial massage to improve hydration level and skin condition to leverage on the improved blood circulation.

Between 20:00 and 23:00
Bad time to do too much to our skin as this is the time belt when our blood pressure dip and too much skin care activities might trigger sensitivity.

Between 23:00 and 5:00
Best time to sleep and rest as this is the peak hours for skin regeneration and the best time to absorb topical products. Apparently a good time to apply facial masks too.

So what do you think? Are these making any sense to you at all or do you think they’re unsound? Well, I think some of the recommendations do make sense but I’m not sure if they’re all feasible. In addition, the importance of applying sunscreen to protect our skin in the day is also not highlighted in this timetable. But I’m quite intrigued by the recommendation to indulge in facials during the late afternoon. I don’t go for facials anymore but if I do, I’ll remember to book my appointments during that recommended time. (~_^)

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  1. espenine

    17 Sep 2012 at 2:46 pm

    This is good news for me as I wake up at 6 am and knock off from work at 3pm, which means I can be home in time to indulge in my masks & shower! I also have no problems sleeping before 11 pm as I live in an ulu town. πŸ™‚

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    • Sesame

      17 Sep 2012 at 10:04 pm

      Wow, that’s great for you! I envy your working hours.

      Reply
  2. EcoBeauty

    17 Sep 2012 at 3:02 pm

    this is an impossible schedule for me, lol…

    at work, i take my nap around 4-5 PM. Work ends at 7 but usually I only leave around 8-8:30. After all the dinner, walking around and procrastination, I only reach home around 11 PM.
    EcoBeauty last post is: Sleep in Total Darkness to Stay Young and Lose the Bulges!

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    • Sesame

      17 Sep 2012 at 10:05 pm

      Yeah, I did think it might not be feasible for everyone. But you get to nap!

      Reply
  3. Jyoan

    17 Sep 2012 at 3:31 pm

    Oh yes, I read about this in one issue of the Chinese Jian Kang magazine, and while I do not really see the effect of it on myself, I do try to stick to it, just in case. I think it provides a good guideline.
    Jyoan last post is: FOTD: Featuring Burberry Antique Rose and theBalm Mary Lou-Manizer

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    • Sesame

      17 Sep 2012 at 10:05 pm

      I read it from a book…haven’t seen the magazine your mentioned.

      Reply
  4. hongjun

    17 Sep 2012 at 8:43 pm

    What about caffeine?
    hongjun last post is: GALAXY Note II – First Hands-on Video

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    • Sesame

      17 Sep 2012 at 10:06 pm

      Sorry, don’t quite understand your question.

      Reply
      • hongjun

        17 Sep 2012 at 11:40 pm

        Comments on if caffeine may cause ageing?
        hongjun last post is: GALAXY Note II – First Hands-on Video

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        • Sesame

          19 Sep 2012 at 10:02 pm

          If you drink in moderation, it should be fine.

          Reply
  5. Swati

    18 Sep 2012 at 2:05 pm

    this sounds a decent time schedule to follow on a daily basis but today’s lifestyle is way too different!!! I wills till try to stick with it but getting up early in morning is one thing I can’t do, try as much πŸ™
    Swati last post is: Love Thy Self {Beauty Philosophy}

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    • Sesame

      19 Sep 2012 at 10:13 pm

      You don’t have to follow it strictly but it’s something to bear in mind when it comes to facials or sleeping.

      Reply
  6. mair

    18 Sep 2012 at 9:15 pm

    Hi Sesame,

    This is my second comment on your blog. I’m a recent subscriber and just love reading your blog! I have a question to ask on a skincare product. Have you used any of the Naruko skincare products? The brand is from Tai Wan. :]

    Reply
    • Sesame

      19 Sep 2012 at 10:11 pm

      Thanks for commenting! πŸ™‚

      No, I have not tried Naruko though.

      Reply
  7. Nancy@Permanent Cosmetics

    19 Sep 2012 at 12:10 am

    pheww!! my daily timetable is so jam-packed with work, that i can’t follow this timetable πŸ™
    Nancy@Permanent Cosmetics last post is: Benefits Of Micro Art Makeup For The Summer

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    • Sesame

      19 Sep 2012 at 10:08 pm

      I can understand…it’s not feasible for everyone.

      Reply
  8. xin

    19 Sep 2012 at 10:16 am

    i think it all makes sense esp the drinking water part, and hurray for myself for going facial at 7pm today πŸ˜‰
    xin last post is: For scars, dehydrated skin and stretch marks – does Bio Oil really work?

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    • Sesame

      19 Sep 2012 at 10:06 pm

      Hope you enjoyed your facial!

      Reply
  9. Sue Lin

    19 Sep 2012 at 3:14 pm

    Great post Sesame! I do believe that skin, like everything else living, has a biological time table. I need to sleep earlier and chuck water first thing in the morning πŸ™‚
    Sue Lin last post is: The Kirsten Stewart Makeup Tutorial

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    • Sesame

      19 Sep 2012 at 10:05 pm

      Yeah, sleeping earlier is generally good.

      Reply
  10. Kristina

    20 Sep 2012 at 11:46 pm

    Sesame, awesome post. We must have to follow this if we love our skin. I will try.

    Reply
    • Sesame

      21 Sep 2012 at 6:45 am

      Well, you don’t have to follow it but use it more like a guide. Some of it may not be feasible.

      Reply
  11. choco

    27 May 2013 at 10:08 pm

    Woo…sleep from 23.00-5.00 – 6 hours? I need to sleep at least 8 hours, if not I will like a baby, very irritated through the day! haha! dunno if it’s becoz of on early 20s age?? I am not working yet though~well, “working” in my Dad’s business if it counts. XP

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