As the UK transitions into colder months, new research from No7, the nation’s number one skincare brand, reveals how restless summer nights may be leaving lasting effects on women’s skin.
A recent survey by No7 has uncovered that 62% of UK women report getting less sleep during the summer compared to other times of the year. What’s more, 61% say their sleep schedule was disrupted — and the effects aren’t just felt the next day. Over half (50%) of women notice their skin looks more tired after a poor night’s sleep, while 68% agree that good sleep leaves their complexion visibly healthier.
Heat and Light Are Wreaking Havoc on Our Sleep
The top culprits behind this “summer sleep debt” are familiar foes:
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Hot weather (73%)
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Light mornings (47%)
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Light evenings (37%)
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And 43% of women admit they simply go to bed later in summer.
These changes interrupt the body’s natural circadian rhythms, crucial for overnight skin repair and regeneration.
“Sleep Debt” Can Age Your Skin Faster
Dr. Victoria Newton, Senior Scientist at No7, explains how sleep deprivation can accelerate skin ageing:
“Even a few nights of poor sleep can leave your skin dull, less firm, and dehydrated. Over time, this ‘sleep debt’ can speed up visible signs of ageing, as the skin loses its ability to repair itself and maintain collagen and elastin.”
Her advice is clear — consistent, quality sleep is just as vital for skin health as a good skincare routine.
Women Are Looking to Reset Their Night-Time Routines
More than half (56%) of women admit they worry about how disrupted sleep affects their skin. In response, one in two plan to refresh their evening skincare routines this autumn.
No7’s Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Serum is designed to work in harmony with the skin’s natural repair cycle. Its innovative formula includes No7’s super peptide blend and Lindera Strychnifolia — a root extract proven to support circadian rhythm synchronisation in skin cells.
Enriched with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, and a soothing pre-sleep fragrance, the serum is clinically proven to reverse visible signs of damage, including under-eye wrinkles, puffiness, and dark circles.
Where to Buy
The No7 Future Renew range is available in-store and online at Boots or at No7Beauty.co.uk.
