I started sleeping on my back after I saw your first video about it. It was great advice! I had deep chest creases from side sleeping. At 72 I thought erasing those wrinkles was impossible. Well, they are gone! Still sleeping on my back all the time. Thanks, Angie!
Marlynne K Unfortunately, or fortunately it’s true! Just follow all Angies advice and you’ll be amazed. I started most of her suggestions many, many years ago. And makeup really helps!😊
My chest wrinkles are gone, too, and they were deep creases. Exfoliating in a Epsom salt bath with an oil (coconut, castor...) and baking soda scrub will help moisturizers to absorb better and it helps to lighten sun damaged, spotted skin over time. Keeping your arms at your sides while sleeping is key especially if you have larger breasts and wrinkled cleavage. Been sleeping elevated, on my back for over a decade now because of migraines. I'm 55 (and a half) and have no migraines, no visible wrinkles, but laugh lines are there, because I smile A LOT 😁.
I was one of the viewers who did this and sent you pictures a few years ago! The difference is astounding! I look like I had eye surgery. My hooded eyes were greatly diminished and my eye bags are mostly gone, and they were huge before! I also notice that I breathe so much better, because my sinuses stay clearer. Best beauty advice I’ve ever used!
Rebecca Young I use a 10 inch wedge pillow with 2 pillows on top, like Angie did. I had to take Z-Quil the first week or so to fall asleep. Best decision ever! I have a video on my channel with before/after pics, they are crazy! I’m not a Beauty TH-camr, more into fitness, but my results were too good not to share!
Hi Jackie~ Yes, I was talking about you!! Your pics are amazing and you were the first one who made me think back sleeping was having an effect on my hooded eyes! I'll put a link to your video in the info box below this video so people can see your results! xo ~a.
I began sleeping exclusively on my back 3 weeks ago and there is already a noticeable reduction in my facial folds that formed when I slept on my side, I'm so excited! Oh yeah and eye bags are gone!
Started training myself to sleep on my back after watching one of your earlier videos. It immediately helped with my sinuses and shoulder, neck and hip pain. After a few months, I noticed that my smile lines were decreasing and my hooded eyes looked a little better. Thank you Angie for your advice! It's making a difference in my life every day. For those of you trying to get used to sleeping on your back: Try a smaller, 7" wedge. Try one pillow under your knees, another pillow on your chest (to hug), and a third pillow under your head (pull it up to touch both your cheeks -- like an airplane pillow). I find this so comfy, that I now wake up on my back, even if I fall asleep on my side! Once I found what was comfortable for me, it only took about a week to get used to sleeping on my back.
I will have to try adding more pillows like you did. I find I am sliding down my pillow and wake up at the bottim of the wedge. Or I have low back pain because there is a gap between my lower back and the narrow end of the wedge.
I recommend a pillow under the knees if someone is still having back pain when using the wedge. Elevating both my upper half and my knees, while it feels funny at first, really helps with pain and aging bodies.
I will have to try adding a knee pillow. I find I am sliding down my pillow and wake up at the bottim of the wedge. Or I have low back pain because there is a gap between my lower back and the narrow end of the wedge.
I decided to become a back sleeper to eliminate facial and chest lines back in 1986! So I've been sleeping like a corpse for 34 years. So glad I am on track Angie!
I started sleeping on my back due to severe acid reflux. I started out using a wedge due to the fact my head needed to be elevated. It has made a world of difference with that issue. Another thing that helps to transition to sleeping on the back is a weighted blanket. It gives the feeling of security the way sleeping on your side or belly does. I was so happy to hear all of the anti-aging benefits that come with sleeping on the back. The benefits of it are endless!!
Janie they are heavy (mine is 15 lb) so they are warmer than a regular blanket. I keep the air on the cooler side in my house so the blanket isn’t too warm for me. Any brand would do. They are kind of expensive tho.
Even though I’m really young (14) I am looking to sleep on my back, for my overall health and to slow down ageing (for when I get older) I also want to feel more elegant when I wake up reducing puffiness and fixing asymmetry. Even though I’m 14 and I shouldn’t be worrying about this, I feel it’ll be good for me. Trying tonight, wish me luck! 👍🏼
Same i'm the same abt this, i am the same age as you and i feel like it can help me too, because it worries me about asymmertry... anyways good luck wish me luck too :D
I did it last night! I have been sleeping on my stomach/side for 64 years! I’ve never been able to do it before. Tried again after watching this video with the poses you suggested with no extra fussy pillow maneuvering. Woke up this morning STILL ON MY BACK. It’s probably beginner’s luck but at least I know it can be done. Thank you, thank you, thank you! And my neck thanks you too.
I started sleeping on my back when I was around 12, I'm turning 31 in a few weeks and people think my 22 year old brother and I are the same age. It's a fantastic habit to get into.
So for those of you who can't sleep on your back....Here's what my physical therapist recommends. Most people sleep on their left side. The heart side. Sleep on your left side with an elevated pillow but pretend like you have an orange in your right hand and place your right arm behind your back as if the orange was down by your butt. Your neck will thank you and you won't get wrinkles on your chest. I've been doing it for 10 years and I'm 54. I don't have one line down my chest and I don't wake up with neck pain. I appreciate Angies recommendation. I could just never sleep the way she does because of low back pain. I still love her advice!
I find placing a pillow under my knees forced me to sleep on my back and is very comfortable. It also seems to have helped me a bit with lower back problems.
Wow! The last thought I had when my head hit the pillow last night was why can't I sleep on my back like Angie! This is something I want to conquer in 2020, but I'll have to modify for back/neck issues. Thanks so much for sharing this with us. You are my favorite.
I use the wedge pillow plus another pillow on top of that to stabilize my head. No joke, the first day I woke up from doing that my under eye puffiness was almost gone. I didn't have the chest wrinkles. After a couple of months of doing that my eye hoods are greatly pulled back to the point I haven't even gone in to update my Botox. Not going to lie it was quite a challenge the first week sleeping like that. I've been a dedicated stomach or side sleeper all my life. Sometimes I even contort a little with my body slightly side facing and my face up ha ha but I wouldn't recommend that (neck tweaks). It really does make a huge difference.
I just purchased MY Face Pillow from Amazon. I slept on my back the first night!! The pillow is awesome. I also put a pillow under my knees.I never thought I would be able to do this as I was a serious side sleeper. Thanks Angie for making me aware of the benefits.
I am a former hardcore stomach sleeper. A couple of months ago, I started sleeping with a weighted blanket, which made the transition to being a back sleeper surprisingly easy. (The weighted blanket has improved my sleep quality as well!)
LOVE the wedge! No longer wake up with a puffy face and eyes and chest wrinkles are GONE! Use two pillows on top of the wedge. A soft flat one at my back and a firm, fuller one for my head. Before, every morning felt I needed to press a golf ball into my right glute to alleviate the pain and now my lower back and glutes are PAIN FREE! That was life changing! Also, got one for my husband and his snoring has cut way back AND It’s saved him from needing a c-pap contraption to keep his breathing airways open! It DOES take a couple months getting used to but SOOO WORTH IT! Thanks Angie
My partner said I am no l9nger snoring wgen I can manage to stay up on the wedge. And then when I decide to sleep on a regular pillow when I crave aide or tummy sleeping he saya the snoring comes back! Lol
I started sleeping on my back almost 3 months ago. I didn’t want to ruin my lash extensions but really knew from your previous videos that it was the best sleeping position- so you have been a great inspiration to me!! Plus, my dermatologist has noticed and also my chronic shoulder pain is gone:)
Oh my God !!!! My shoulders !! 🫢 I lost the range of motion in this area around a decade ago. Everytime I try to do a full circles with my shoulders it reminds me of changing my sleeping habits. Then I get busy with my day and I forget until next time. 🙄🙄🙄 I also remember a few decades ago, trying it one time and having to switch position 'cause of an horrific lower back pain. I also love this channel. Peace ✌️
I woke up with the worst pain in my left shoulder and collar bone this morning from sleeping on my side last night. Then I opened you tube with my morning coffee and see your video about back sleeping. Is it a sign? 😉 I’m becoming more and more motivated to give this a try. Thanks for your always helpful and unique videos. Also Taylor Wynn gave you a shout out yesterday. You’ve drawn in the younger crowd!
I hated that shoulder pain! I haven't had it once since I started back sleeping so you might like it! I love Taylor! So psyched she mentioned me!! xo ~a.
As always, thank you for this. I'm a lifelong tosser/turner. I've had a wedge but wiggle my way toward the foot of my bed to toss/turn. I wake up with a crick in my neck and, sometimes, peripheral neuropathy. Today is Day 1 of attempting, again, to sleep on my back. Will try the yoga Tree Pose. Day 1 of Retin-A, too - guessing better late than never on both fronts.
Thank you Angie for doing this video. When I fell asleep on my recliner in front of the TV and then waking up in the morning, my back and neck didn't hurt and my hair wasn't flat on the sides. My face also looked better because I was getting the full benefit of my nighttime skincare routine because it's not rubbing off on my pillow! So sleeping on the recliner is how I trained myself to sleep on my back in my bed.
I have bought all kinds of products to prevent chest wrinkles on Amazon and they all have their drawbacks. Finally, after your video I said “that’s it I’m going to do it” . I bought the wedge and three weeks later I am sleeping well. It took determination to not roll over when I couldn’t get to sleep but it was well worth it. My chest looks 100% better! Thanks again Angie for great advice.
You’ve inspired me to do what my ENT doctor (she’s also a plastic surgeon) suggested to change to sleeping on my back! It prevents all that yuk sinus drainage into your sinus which is a large part of under eye bags. All the allergy yuk drains to your face while sleeping. I have allergy/sinus issues and my doctor told me that it’ll make a huge difference for waking up not congested and prevent aging my face with creases etc. I really didn’t believe her but now I’ve heard it in multiple places people and doctors. I’ve been wondering how to do it and now I feel confident I’ll be able to learn how. Thank you! Thank you!
Finally working on back seeping. Love your feline supervisor. :-) Mine, a 12+ lb. black boy, sleeps with me, keeps me company day in, day out, speaks when spoken to, and accompanies me on walks. I've been blessed with a number of exceptional cats over my 67 years but this guy, Max, tops the list. People say he is more like a dog than a cat. I wink and say, "Don't insult him." He has good "people sense" and likes the sound of your voice. He is always near the laptop when I watch your vids.
I just had surgery that required me to sleep on my back. It's something I've wanted to start doing for a while. I actually tried looking for your information before the surgery, but couldn't, so it's crazy that you put this video up now, lol. Thankfully, I have an adjustable bed. Having the legs elevated seems like a huge help. I also designed my own pillow a couple years ago that has been really nice, and also using a travel neck pillow some. The pillow you are using looks really nice, too. I just might have to get that one. Thanks for all your great tips! God bless!
Thanks to my pug and my cat I sleep on my back most of the night since they sleep between my legs or off to my side of our legs. I rarely end up on my side so hopefully this will work for my skin benefit!!
Thank you, thank you for this video, Angie! Because of your recommendations, I bought the 10” wedge and the Your Face pillow. I couldn’t sleep on the wedge, even with extra pillows cupping my neck, so here was my solution and I am SO HAPPY with it! I put the Your Face pillow on top of 1 “My Pillow” and 1 down pillow. I use the wedge under my knees. I have never had such good night sleeps, and I wake up in the same position. I think I will also buy the wedge pillow cover because I find that it is very warm as is, and with the upcoming summer, it would be too hot to use.
I've done this for fifteen years now, and couldn't be more content: results pretty much the same as Angie's. I use an Ikea slatted bed base, and add some cushions. I find it a restful and pleasant position, but my younger self was a curled-up side sleeper. My 'hooded' and baggy eyes further improved - dramatically actually - due to menopause: my water retention seems to have been by and large hormonally driven. Prominent eye - visible white around the iris, making you look overly excited, or even 'hysterical' particularly in flash-lit pics - disappeared completely too, once menopause commenced. [no HRT/no procedures/plant-based]. It's not all downhill ladies :))
I tried the wedge when I had to have my hips replaced. And it did work but I really missed snuggling to fall asleep. So when I could side sleep again I got rid of the wedge. But I think the my face pillow could really help me switch. I can still easily snuggle to get sleepy and then move to my side and back sleep. Angie....you have the best videos. I so appreciate all your hard work and thoughtfulness. My 46 year old skin has never looked better. You help me not go for the flashy new skincare buzz and instead I have chosen items with science backing the claims.
Just ordered the wedge pillow and face pillow!! Excited for them to come in...maybe these will help me to sleep on my back. I'm not doing such a great job with that process using my normal favorite pillow that makes me want to cuddle and turn to the side!!
Glad to see I’m not alone with sleeping on my hands with bent legs. Never thought about it being like Peter Pan but that’s so right! I started years ago because of a medical issue. I’ve never used a wedge, just two pillows. I can now sleep almost flat on my back. It’s sleeping like the dead!
Thank you Angie! My chiropractor advised me as well that the best position for sleeping is lying on your back. It certainly helps my neck and puffy eyes :)
Angie, thank you for all the wonderful tips and tricks to stay young (including sleeping on your back). I'm 40 years old and you are an inspiration to me! I am addicted to your channel and have been binge watching your videos! You're amazing and you're my favorite you-tuber! :) Love you!
Hi Angie! LOVED this video and your step-by-step guide to back sleeping. Honored that you mentioned my surgery experience. I am continuing to sleep on my back and I am loving the positive results. One other thing... I used to suffer from a stiff neck (due to side sleeping) and it is totally gone! Thanks and keep up the great work - Joan
I watched your video back in October about sleeping on your back and it took a few weeks to make it work. But now, I can’t sleep any other way! I’m already seeing a marked improvement in my eye bags (less puffiness) and less nasal congestion as well. I would have never thought to do this on my own- thank you for all the great tips!
Awwww Angie, your face when Kitty jumps on the bed! You look so cute, it gave me a big smile. And thanks for putting a link to your candles, I love them!
I fall asleep on my side but always seem to wake up on my back - I have no problem sleeping on my back. Those who suffer from GERD symptoms will most likely love that wedge pillow as it'll help that malady. I, personally, have 2 herniated discs in my lower back so just lying on an incline can exacerbate my back pain. I'll put a roll pillow (also found on Amazon) under my lower back which helps immensely. Great video as usual!!
I trained myself to sleep on my back 15 years ago. I don't have bags under my eyes either and I wonder if that's why! I can't sleep comfortably with my head elevated like you. I sleep in the 'flying Peter Pan' position though and put a large pillow under my knees (otherwise my back would hurt in the morning). One trick I used early on was to wear large post earrings- that way if I rolled over in my sleep they would be so uncomfortable that it woke me up and I'd roll onto my back again!!
Angie, I just learned that there has been a research study that shows that sleeping on our backs leads to Alzheimer’s. There is a side sleeper and a wrinkle pillow on Amazon. It’s pretty pricey though, and I was just wondering if you had any thoughts on this. Thanks!
I’m astonished. I thought I could never sleep on my back, but after finally falling asleep the first time, it’s been ok. Less puffiness immediate and hooded eyes are starting to lift in less than a week. What have I been doing all these years sleeping on my face? It was so comfortable but back is fine. With benefits. Your practical tips gave me the courage to try so thank you.
This is something I’ve been wanting to try for not only my face, eyes and chest but for my hips and shoulders which are starting to ache after sleeping on one side or the other! Well worth a try☺️❤️ Thank you Angie for helping us look and feel our best!
This is a great video. I started waking up in the middle of the night chocking due to sleep apnea. I already struggle to sleep and cpap machines are kinda loud. My husband bought me a wedge pillow last Christmas and it has been extremely helpful. He said he doesn’t even hear me in bed anymore….and I no longer snore. I had a huge chest wrinkle for years….I can’t believe it’s gone, but it is. I still wake up on y side sometimes but I am going to look into the pillow you shared that stabilizes your head. I think that will definitely help. Glad I found your video noting the anti-aging and other benefits. There are so many!
I’m inspired. Had to sleep on back for a medical reason many years ago and remember how many compliments I received about my skin. Definitely going to try again.
After watching one of your older videos where you focused to sleep on the inclined pillow to help your eyes seem more open, I made the effort to sleep on my back and have seen some of my sleep wrinkles really diminish! I'm 37 and noticed some verticle creasing above my eyebrow. I was using a retinol serum to help ease it away, but it really improved after changing my sleep position. I actually purchased the Posture Pillow after seeing ads for it on IG, and now I have less sleep wwrinkles AND my neck feels soo much better than it has in a long time. Angie you are the best!
I bought a wedge pillow after watching this video and my sleep has really improved. I used to toss and turn and now I stay in the same position. Thank you for your videos - they are so informative 👍
This has been the hardest habit to break! I try every night but end up in my favorite left side position. Probably a residual from long ago pregnancies. Thank you for the video, I will keep trying!
Thanks so much for the tip! Sleeping on your back really does help with facial puffiness & creases. I use a pregnancy pillow to not only prop me up but it sort of gives the upper body a hug so it holds me comfortably in place. It’s smaller than the pillow you got your daughter so you can still share a bed with someone!
I'm new...no clue how you showed up in my video feed, but glad you did. I am a side and stomach sleeper and my face will tell you so! I just had a lengthy incision from the inside corner of my eye to bottom of my cheek (nice curve design) due to skin cancer. On my left...the side I sleep on. Been using a wall of pillows and a neck pillow to keep from turning. Working ok if the neck pillow stays in place, but it easily slides off. So appreciate the tips and will order from your Amazon store in the morning...midnight here right now. Looking forward to going thru you videos....will be 73 in April and have a lot of undoing to do! Thank you!
I'm so happy you found me too! But so sorry to hear about your skin cancer (also the side that faces the side window in the car when you drive). Hope you like the pillow & happy early birthday!
I can attest to this; I stopped sleeping on my back about a year ago... I never realized people noticed the chest wrinkles, until someone pointed out that, after not seeing me for over a year- that the skin on my chest looked amazing. Weird compliment, but it was true! This is probably the most effective thing for my face and chest lines, other than serum hydration.
I actually watched this more for info on elevating my head in comfort as I've been sleeping on my back for nearly 40 years. Thank you for your video Angie. I was thinking I was the only one in the world with a pillow mound trying to make sleeping comfortable again. Helps a lot with my sinus congestion. You are one of the few over 50 on TH-cam whose taste I admire.
This is so helpful, wow, thank you. I wish more people knew about this. I just woke up and looked in thr mirror and 'started' at my gigantic crow's feet wrinkles and sagging eyelid skin on just one side of my face, when I smile. I definitely am going to try this. 😊
I just started sleeping on my back a little over a week ago. I always tried, but have just now been successful! I can already see my eyes are less puffy and the chest crevices look smoother!
Angie, thanks for this wonderful advice! At 51 I deal with constant back pain, eye bags, dark under eyes and so on & so forth. Have always been a side sleeper or, on my stomach .. absolutely HATE sleeping on my back.. However, with all it’s amazing rewards it’s definitely worth a wholehearted try.. Already have placed my order online ! Anyways, simply had to say thank you for sharing the love lol.. appreciate ALL your great life hacks.. you truly do look wonderful for your age!! well, wishing you a happy, blessed week. Sending much love & blessings.. shalom Xx
Hi! Hey, I've loved you for years and just found this! Crazy; I know! I so appreciate this -- I'm 60 now and still look young due to those lovely genes we gals who have them have. I had back surgery (dumb) four or five years ago and had to sleep on my back and discovered the same as you did. Nice, huh. I've gone back to your recommendations after watching this; you look fabulous! Kudos, doll! :)
Started sleeping on my back when I broke my ankle..I used to get filler in my right nasolabial fold and after that I didn’t have to anymore!! The hype is real!
OMG, thank you for this video. After your many mentions in other videos of the benefits of back sleeping, I tried back sleeping and just couldn’t do it - so much so, that I turned into a stomach sleeper. I also tried searching the web for head pillows that would stop my head from turning to the side. Too many products, too many reviews, just way too confusing. So your specific product suggestions are a huge help. With my own pillows I tried to buttress everything including my head but my head kept turning to the side. After your tips in this video, I know better how to try it again. I sure would like fewer creases, higher lids and less eye bags, etc. Thanks again.
Another person mentioned using a neck pillow (airplane/travel pillow) and I've been doing that as well to try to keep my head from turning to the side like you. Worth trying, only $10-15 on amazon
I am being more vigilant and conscious once I saw your last year's video. I purchased the wedge but I have not fully transitioned into sleeping on my back. I would like to try one of these pillow to help me sleep on my back. Thank you.
I tried to train myself to sleep on my back multiple times and it never worked until I used a wedge. It got rid of the back pain I suffered from every morning, it got rid of the stuffiness I had. And now I've added pillows under my knees and that helps a lot too. Still I do sleep on my side from times to time, when I can't get to sleep mostly. But I figure 80% of the time sleeping on my back should be good enough for all those healthcare issues Angie mentionned + for all the beauty related benefits too.
I had a breast surgery a year ago and was forced to sleep on my back. Fortunately we had a bed that adjusts so i dont need the wedge. Also i just kind of naturally fell into the peter pan pose while sleeping. It helps! I just recently got botox and restylane and the spa tech said to sleep on my back. Then just yesterday i had my second breast surgery...so sleeping on my back is a must! This time i bought myself the airplane neck pillow and it keeps my head in position. I plan to try to keep sleeping on my back and not revert back to being a side sleeper because of all the benefits!!! Thanks for such a great video on this subject Angie😍😙
I started sleeping on my back a couple of years ago because my hips just killed me. The main thing I've noticed is my eyebrows grown in more so I think when I was sleeping on my sides they were getting smothered out. I'm 37 I started using a wedge to get me used to it but now I just use regular pillow, ^shape pillow & memory foam with hump on each side
Hi Angie: Thank you so much for this video. I follow a few people on TH-cam but because of the amount of research that you do, I trust your advice on eg skin care the most. You can’t argue with science and results!! Now this video I think will be a game changer for me. I have been having some sort of either allergic reaction or stress reaction over the past few months where I wake up in the night with my eyes itching and swelling. Because of my age, once the episode is over I’m left wth what look like water sacks under my eyes for a couple of weeks until they go away..its just where it settles now. I use cold packs, creams, lymphatic massage etc, but I think sleeping on my back will help a great deal. Wish me luck!! Thanks again....great video. Judy
I’ve done my best to sleep on my back since high school, 20+ years now. It was so hard being pregnant and not doing it. I agree you have to train yourself. And with your mouth closed. Always. I agree, great advice
I don’t know why this is so hard for me but I’m going to try again. I had a facelift in April and I’m so afraid I’m going to un-do my results. Thank you for the detailed instructions/suggestions!
I started sleeping on my back 10 years ago because of pain in my hips. I went through the same process as you, and even ended up with same pillow/wedge configuration you use so it obviously works. I don't do the Peter Pan thing with my legs. I use two standard memory foam pillows stacked under my knees, and I snug the bottom one right up under my butt. That serves a couple purposes. It prevents sliding down and side rolling. It also eliminates pressure on my hip (joints, ligaments, tendons) and my lower back. It's also a great position to reduce swelling in the knees, ankles and feet if someone has that problem. I've had women ask me why I don't have chest wrinkles and I had no idea. I had never connected it to sleeping on my back until today. I'm only 49, but I've never taken care of my skin, no sunscreen, etc. So I'm glad to learn I've at least been doing one beneficial thing for my skin all of these years.
I have slept on my back all my life and my family used to make fun of me (they called me "the mummy" 😂), but it is the only way that I wake up well-rested, without back/neck pain, and puffy eyes. Great video as always, Angie.
Hi, what pillow do you use when you sleep on your back? I feel that it is not natural to use one when you lay on your back because then the head gets pullef forward.. but maybe I am wrong..
Thanks Angie! So, I have been putting this off for so long, it's now Aug 2021 and I'm going to give it a try. Both the wedge and the sleep pillow are on my Amazon list. Thanks for doing this video, I remembered you did it so I looked it up.
I think Angie was just made for making information videos. She does her research and presents them in such a professional and poised manner. I love her videos.
Because of your video, I decided to sleep on my back. I couldn't figure out why my mascara was all of a sudden smeared on the top of my eyes. It was be cause my hoods were starting to droop. I find that a firm pillow under my knees really helps my spin, back, and hips feel more comfortable. I will definitely try the face pillow. Thank you again for being g so helpful and Shari g with us.
I started sleeping on my back because of you! I had under eye bags and sinus issues and it has really helped. I had a hard time at first but the sleeping wedge makes it work. Thank you thank you!
I too watched your first video and bought the 10 inch wedge-could not do it, so I bought the 7inch recently and that really helped, hoping to work up to the 10 inch, and then I can use the 7 inch under my knees! Always such great advice!!!! I have terrible hip pain so I have to make this work!!!
I plan to do this when my 4 year old is no longer glued to me at night. Imagine: getting wrinkles in my 40’s and having a young child. 🤷🏻♀️I have, however, started my anti aging skin care regime and you are my guide. I have a retinoid, SPF and matrixyl on board. Ascorbic acid next. Thank you Angie!!!!
Thank you! I was doing so well with this, but then a bout of insomnia happened and I went back to side sleeping. Now I need to start over again. I think I will try the wedge! I appreciate the standalone video because I've tried to search for the video in which you talked about it, but I could never find it. Thanks!
Haha I think this video should be renamed “how to sleep sitting up” 😂 Thx Angie for the tips, it never occurred to me that basically sitting up would be a good sleeping position but I’m gonna try it. Any idea about this position causing more neck wrinkles/rings though?
Thank you Angie! Sleeping on my back is one of my goals for 2020! I have tried many times over the years but have been totally unsuccessful. I just bought the wedge & your face pillow & will give it a go again. My poor chest is starting to look like a roadmap & I know that my current sleeping position is the cause. Wish me luck! ❤️
I've been sleeping on my back for about a year now. Initially I did this because I have severe TMJ. Sleeping of my side was pushing my jaw to the side. Sleeping on my back has not only helped my jaw, I also noticed all the things you mention about less puffiness, dark circles and shoulder pain, and of course that wrinkle on the chest. It took some time to get used to, but eventually you do. Thanks for sharing Angie!
If you can’t sleep on your back, but does it anyway to become beautiful, you’ll suffer even more, and in time become irritated, sleep deprived, get a very sleepy look etc. 😂
Aaawwwww. . . sweet kitty! I told my sister she needs that "C" shaped pillow!! She sleeps with like 7 or 9 pillows at night . .. !! I might like to try it also. As a kid and into my 20s and probably early 30s, I slept on my back, (when it didn't really matter...lol) then I hurt my back and became a side sleeper. Now having turned 50 last year I am trying to sleep on my back again and I have been working on this for some time now. I do pretty good most nights, but there are those times when it is always just SO comfortable to roll over and snuggle in on my side!! LOL For years my husband slept on a wedge to help with snoring, and yes it did help, but then I bought a 6 inch wedge that goes between the mattress and box spring. (or on top of your mattress if you don't mind sleeping on foam) I know 6 inches isn't huge, but I think it helps. So now we both sleep on a little incline, and I also sleep with a couple pillows under my head and shoulders. I really don't see a huge difference, hopefully I will with a little more time. Thanks Angie! Have a great day! XO
This is such great advice, Angie. It is an inexpensive, non-invasive, natural and reasonable option to slow down wrinkle formation. I didn't think it was possible after being a lifelong side-sleeper, but I have been able to sleep on my back for most of the last 2 nights. A couple of times I woke up and found myself on my side, so I forced myself back into position and was able to go back to sleep. I haven't purchased a wedge as of yet; I'm just trying it out with the pillows I currently own. I find it incredible that anyone would criticize this video. It's so simple and worth a try.
I was literally typing a message into the video you posted today asking you to do a video about how you trained yourself to sleep on your back and what products to use. I thought I better do a search first to see if you had done one already. Thank you for reading my mind!
I never even considered there was an option to change how I sleep until I saw this video. I don't have it totally mastered yet but I'm getting there! I'm shocked at the difference in my posture, shoulder comfort, and my FACE!
I stared sleeping on my back because of back surgery and haven’t looked back since. My husband always. Complains that I sleep sitting up (don’t know why he cares🙄) but I love it! I do love that grey C pillow❣️❣️
I broke my right proximal humerus and had surgery. I had to sleep on my back for 5 months. My face looked so wonderful from back sleeping. I'm 8 months out from my surgery and I'm sleeping on my side again, but I do spend half the night on my back. I bought one of the adjustable beds which makes back sleeping easier. Wish I could sleep on my back again all night because it does work wonders on your face.
Thank you so much! I have wanted to start sleeping on my back, but couldn’t figure out how to get comfortable. Your video came out at exactly the right time with perfect tips!
When I was pregnant they told me to sleep on my left side.. so I did.. by the time I had my son I noticed I had a wrinkle on my lip where my lip would smash onto the pillow.. I decided.. never again.. I sleep on my back and have for years now and I elevate my body a bit.. I do have hooded eyes and it didn't help that but I take after my dad who had very hooded eyes.. I ended up having surgery because mine got so bad my eyeballs were hurting and my lashes were pushing downward.. My insurance covered it completely. Thank goodness!! Anyway.. I have NO chest wrinkles at all and only that one lip wrinkle from side sleeping but I think with products it isn't very noticeable. Oh and I have done that Peter Pan sleeping also. :D Great video Angie!!!
The only problem I had while sleeping on my back was breathing through my mouth and I don’t sleep as well. I googled this and there is a product they sell which keeps your mouth closed but cost around $1.00 per sticker/night. Instead I went to CVS and bought the 3M Nexcare gentle paper tape and now I purse my lips and place a tape vertically from my above my top lip to below my bottom lip and voila, I breath through my nose, a MUCH better sleep indeed! Note that the tape is quite sticky so I usually rip off a piece and then press it on my blanket a few times to reduce the stickiness and that works great. If needed, I can still breath through the sides of my mouth.
Hi Graceful Beauty - I just got one and I can't make it work, I have a really small head, that might be the problem, just feel suffocated. Did you take a while to get used to it?
Mommy Bear - I just got it (interesting timing!) and it’s really curled, now that I see Angie’s which is nice and flat I think that’s the issue. It’s literally covering my face. I emailed the owner to see if he knows how to flatten or it will need to go back unfortunately. Is yours like that?
@@kellyrice2182 it maybe took about a week but I have their 1st one I bought a few yrs ago and then they contacted me and asked my feedback and if I would try their new version. The new version has higher sides and I liked that better to sleep on my back so I don't turn, BUT I can see how it may feel weird at 1st. I do use it to sleep on my back but honestly I love it when I side sleep too. I just put my head on the raised part. I also don't use it flat on the bed. I put a thin firm pillow underneath and then this on top. I feel like that little bit of elevation makes a huge difference and makes it more comfy. Hope that helps.
Graceful Beauty it helps, thanks very much! It’s just not for me. Pillows and sleeping are so unique and subjective. Going to send it back. Thanks again for your insights!!
It took me exactly one night to get used to sleeping on my back! Never thought it possible.......however I do it differently. I sleep with a regular pillow under my head but I stack 2 large fluffy pillows under my knees to support my lower back. No back ache, no hip aches, no shoulder pain and no chest crease in the morning! I also don't have a problem with puffy eyes or dark circles either. I tend to smash the left side of my face into the pillow at night though so I think I might pick up the double bump pillow you recommend.
I've been getting lower back pain with 1 soft pillow so I may change to 2 or a firmer one. I even have a hand towel in the small of my back but still aching enough to wake me from 4 a.m.
It has helped my nasal congesion when I wake up. Also I put a small pillow under knees to take the presssure off lower back....like they do in physical therapy.
I started sleeping on my back after I saw your first video about it. It was great advice! I had deep chest creases from side sleeping. At 72 I thought erasing those wrinkles was impossible. Well, they are gone! Still sleeping on my back all the time. Thanks, Angie!
Lynn Saunders - you are not 72! Girl, you look amazing!
That's so awesome to hear Lynn!! Thanks so much for sharing! xo ~angie
Marlynne K Unfortunately, or fortunately it’s true! Just follow all Angies advice and you’ll be amazed. I started most of her suggestions many, many years ago. And makeup really helps!😊
Thanks so much for continuing this series, Angie, cause it's more important than just the beauty part of the life changes.
My chest wrinkles are gone, too, and they were deep creases. Exfoliating in a Epsom salt bath with an oil (coconut, castor...) and baking soda scrub will help moisturizers to absorb better and it helps to lighten sun damaged, spotted skin over time. Keeping your arms at your sides while sleeping is key especially if you have larger breasts and wrinkled cleavage. Been sleeping elevated, on my back for over a decade now because of migraines. I'm 55 (and a half) and have no migraines, no visible wrinkles, but laugh lines are there, because I smile A LOT 😁.
I was one of the viewers who did this and sent you pictures a few years ago! The difference is astounding! I look like I had eye surgery. My hooded eyes were greatly diminished and my eye bags are mostly gone, and they were huge before! I also notice that I breathe so much better, because my sinuses stay clearer. Best beauty advice I’ve ever used!
Which pillows and technique do you use?
Rebecca Young I use a 10 inch wedge pillow with 2 pillows on top, like Angie did. I had to take Z-Quil the first week or so to fall asleep. Best decision ever! I have a video on my channel with before/after pics, they are crazy! I’m not a Beauty TH-camr, more into fitness, but my results were too good not to share!
Hi Jackie~ Yes, I was talking about you!! Your pics are amazing and you were the first one who made me think back sleeping was having an effect on my hooded eyes! I'll put a link to your video in the info box below this video so people can see your results! xo ~a.
Here's the link to Jackie's video: th-cam.com/video/HAPLsYnCrgU/w-d-xo.html
HotandFlashy thank you, Angie! It’s really the best beauty tip I’ve found for hooded and/or baggy eyes!
I began sleeping exclusively on my back 3 weeks ago and there is already a noticeable reduction in my facial folds that formed when I slept on my side, I'm so excited! Oh yeah and eye bags are gone!
I have sleep paralysis and sleeping on your back triggers it
I slept naturally on my back for years until it started and can’t go back sadly
Lifefuel tbh
Started training myself to sleep on my back after watching one of your earlier videos. It immediately helped with my sinuses and shoulder, neck and hip pain. After a few months, I noticed that my smile lines were decreasing and my hooded eyes looked a little better. Thank you Angie for your advice! It's making a difference in my life every day. For those of you trying to get used to sleeping on your back: Try a smaller, 7" wedge. Try one pillow under your knees, another pillow on your chest (to hug), and a third pillow under your head (pull it up to touch both your cheeks -- like an airplane pillow). I find this so comfy, that I now wake up on my back, even if I fall asleep on my side! Once I found what was comfortable for me, it only took about a week to get used to sleeping on my back.
Thank you
I will have to try adding more pillows like you did. I find I am sliding down my pillow and wake up at the bottim of the wedge. Or I have low back pain because there is a gap between my lower back and the narrow end of the wedge.
I recommend a pillow under the knees if someone is still having back pain when using the wedge. Elevating both my upper half and my knees, while it feels funny at first, really helps with pain and aging bodies.
Cristiana Helm Thanks, this suggestion helped me.
I will have to try adding a knee pillow. I find I am sliding down my pillow and wake up at the bottim of the wedge. Or I have low back pain because there is a gap between my lower back and the narrow end of the wedge.
Would love if you reposted the link for the wedge pillow… Amazon can’t find it any more :(
I decided to become a back sleeper to eliminate facial and chest lines back in 1986! So I've been sleeping like a corpse for 34 years. So glad I am on track Angie!
I started sleeping on my back due to severe acid reflux. I started out using a wedge due to the fact my head needed to be elevated. It has made a world of difference with that issue. Another thing that helps to transition to sleeping on the back is a weighted blanket. It gives the feeling of security the way sleeping on your side or belly does. I was so happy to hear all of the anti-aging benefits that come with sleeping on the back. The benefits of it are endless!!
Thanks for the weighted blanket tip!
Lori Ford, does the weighted blanket get hot? I've really wanted to try one! What brand do you recommend? Thanks!
@@janie2375 yes, exactly!!! I would like to know that too🙂👍
Thanks for the tip. I have to do something to get the habit of sleeping on my back.
Janie they are heavy (mine is 15 lb) so they are warmer than a regular blanket. I keep the air on the cooler side in my house so the blanket isn’t too warm for me. Any brand would do. They are kind of expensive tho.
I found hugging a pillow on top of me helped to make me feel less exposed while learning to back sleep....
Thanks for the tip!!
Someone suggested a weighted blanket for that reason also:)
gregorytoddallen This tip helped me adapt quickly. Thanks
Great tip! Thank you!
Wait thats really smart, im gonna have to try it
Even though I’m really young (14) I am looking to sleep on my back, for my overall health and to slow down ageing (for when I get older) I also want to feel more elegant when I wake up reducing puffiness and fixing asymmetry. Even though I’m 14 and I shouldn’t be worrying about this, I feel it’ll be good for me. Trying tonight, wish me luck! 👍🏼
Same i'm the same abt this, i am the same age as you and i feel like it can help me too, because it worries me about asymmertry... anyways good luck wish me luck too :D
@@No-rv3ex Wish you luck 🍀🥰
I did it last night! I have been sleeping on my stomach/side for 64 years! I’ve never been able to do it before. Tried again after watching this video with the poses you suggested with no extra fussy pillow maneuvering. Woke up this morning STILL ON MY BACK. It’s probably beginner’s luck but at least I know it can be done. Thank you, thank you, thank you! And my neck thanks you too.
great to hear:) does it still work for you and did you see any changes?
I started sleeping on my back when I was around 12, I'm turning 31 in a few weeks and people think my 22 year old brother and I are the same age. It's a fantastic habit to get into.
So for those of you who can't sleep on your back....Here's what my physical therapist recommends. Most people sleep on their left side. The heart side. Sleep on your left side with an elevated pillow but pretend like you have an orange in your right hand and place your right arm behind your back as if the orange was down by your butt. Your neck will thank you and you won't get wrinkles on your chest. I've been doing it for 10 years and I'm 54. I don't have one line down my chest and I don't wake up with neck pain. I appreciate Angies recommendation. I could just never sleep the way she does because of low back pain. I still love her advice!
I find placing a pillow under my knees forced me to sleep on my back and is very comfortable. It also seems to have helped me a bit with lower back problems.
Wow! The last thought I had when my head hit the pillow last night was why can't I sleep on my back like Angie! This is something I want to conquer in 2020, but I'll have to modify for back/neck issues. Thanks so much for sharing this with us. You are my favorite.
I use the wedge pillow plus another pillow on top of that to stabilize my head. No joke, the first day I woke up from doing that my under eye puffiness was almost gone. I didn't have the chest wrinkles. After a couple of months of doing that my eye hoods are greatly pulled back to the point I haven't even gone in to update my Botox. Not going to lie it was quite a challenge the first week sleeping like that. I've been a dedicated stomach or side sleeper all my life. Sometimes I even contort a little with my body slightly side facing and my face up ha ha but I wouldn't recommend that (neck tweaks). It really does make a huge difference.
I just purchased MY Face Pillow from Amazon. I slept on my back the first night!! The pillow is awesome. I also put a pillow under my knees.I never thought I would be able to do this as I was a serious side sleeper. Thanks Angie for making me aware of the benefits.
I am a former hardcore stomach sleeper. A couple of months ago, I started sleeping with a weighted blanket, which made the transition to being a back sleeper surprisingly easy. (The weighted blanket has improved my sleep quality as well!)
LOVE the wedge! No longer wake up with a puffy face and eyes and chest wrinkles are GONE! Use two pillows on top of the wedge. A soft flat one at my back and a firm, fuller one for my head. Before, every morning felt I needed to press a golf ball into my right glute to alleviate the pain and now my lower back and glutes are PAIN FREE! That was life changing!
Also, got one for my husband and his snoring has cut way back AND It’s saved him from needing a c-pap contraption to keep his breathing airways open! It DOES take a couple months getting used to but SOOO WORTH IT! Thanks Angie
My partner said I am no l9nger snoring wgen I can manage to stay up on the wedge. And then when I decide to sleep on a regular pillow when I crave aide or tummy sleeping he saya the snoring comes back! Lol
I started sleeping on my back a few years ago. It really does help. Especially with chest wrinkles and under eye circles.
I started sleeping on my back almost 3 months ago. I didn’t want to ruin my lash extensions but really knew from your previous videos that it was the best sleeping position- so you have been a great inspiration to me!! Plus, my dermatologist has noticed and also my chronic shoulder pain is gone:)
God bless you
Oh my God !!!! My shoulders !! 🫢
I lost the range of motion in this area around a decade ago.
Everytime I try to do a full circles with my shoulders it reminds me of changing my sleeping habits.
Then I get busy with my day and I forget until next time. 🙄🙄🙄
I also remember a few decades ago, trying it one time and having to switch position 'cause of an horrific lower back pain.
I also love this channel.
Peace ✌️
I woke up with the worst pain in my left shoulder and collar bone this morning from sleeping on my side last night. Then I opened you tube with my morning coffee and see your video about back sleeping. Is it a sign? 😉 I’m becoming more and more motivated to give this a try. Thanks for your always helpful and unique videos. Also Taylor Wynn gave you a shout out yesterday. You’ve drawn in the younger crowd!
I hated that shoulder pain! I haven't had it once since I started back sleeping so you might like it! I love Taylor! So psyched she mentioned me!! xo ~a.
As always, thank you for this. I'm a lifelong tosser/turner. I've had a wedge but wiggle my way toward the foot of my bed to toss/turn. I wake up with a crick in my neck and, sometimes, peripheral neuropathy. Today is Day 1 of attempting, again, to sleep on my back. Will try the yoga Tree Pose. Day 1 of Retin-A, too - guessing better late than never on both fronts.
@AGibsonJ Thank you so much for the tip. I'll definitely try your suggestion! So far, it's working this time!
I also use a pillow under my knees and definitely takes away the pressure from your lower back. Sleeping on my back is now Heaven
Thank you Angie for doing this video. When I fell asleep on my recliner in front of the TV and then waking up in the morning, my back and neck didn't hurt and my hair wasn't flat on the sides. My face also looked better because I was getting the full benefit of my nighttime skincare routine because it's not rubbing off on my pillow! So sleeping on the recliner is how I trained myself to sleep on my back in my bed.
I have bought all kinds of products to prevent chest wrinkles on Amazon and they all have their drawbacks. Finally, after your video I said “that’s it I’m going to do it” . I bought the wedge and three weeks later I am sleeping well. It took determination to not roll over when I couldn’t get to sleep but it was well worth it. My chest looks 100% better! Thanks again Angie for great advice.
You’ve inspired me to do what my ENT doctor (she’s also a plastic surgeon) suggested to change to sleeping on my back! It prevents all that yuk sinus drainage into your sinus which is a large part of under eye bags. All the allergy yuk drains to your face while sleeping. I have allergy/sinus issues and my doctor told me that it’ll make a huge difference for waking up not congested and prevent aging my face with creases etc. I really didn’t believe her but now I’ve heard it in multiple places people and doctors. I’ve been wondering how to do it and now I feel confident I’ll be able to learn how. Thank you! Thank you!
Finally working on back seeping. Love your feline supervisor. :-) Mine, a 12+ lb. black boy, sleeps with me, keeps me company day in, day out, speaks when spoken to, and accompanies me on walks. I've been blessed with a number of exceptional cats over my 67 years but this guy, Max, tops the list. People say he is more like a dog than a cat. I wink and say, "Don't insult him." He has good "people sense" and likes the sound of your voice. He is always near the laptop when I watch your vids.
I just had surgery that required me to sleep on my back. It's something I've wanted to start doing for a while. I actually tried looking for your information before the surgery, but couldn't, so it's crazy that you put this video up now, lol. Thankfully, I have an adjustable bed. Having the legs elevated seems like a huge help. I also designed my own pillow a couple years ago that has been really nice, and also using a travel neck pillow some. The pillow you are using looks really nice, too. I just might have to get that one. Thanks for all your great tips! God bless!
Thanks to my pug and my cat I sleep on my back most of the night since they sleep between my legs or off to my side of our legs. I rarely end up on my side so hopefully this will work for my skin benefit!!
Thank you, thank you for this video, Angie! Because of your recommendations, I bought the 10” wedge and the Your Face pillow. I couldn’t sleep on the wedge, even with extra pillows cupping my neck, so here was my solution and I am SO HAPPY with it!
I put the Your Face pillow on top of 1 “My Pillow” and 1 down pillow.
I use the wedge under my knees.
I have never had such good night sleeps, and I wake up in the same position.
I think I will also buy the wedge pillow cover because I find that it is very warm as is, and with the upcoming summer, it would be too hot to use.
what is "my pillow' ?
I've done this for fifteen years now, and couldn't be more content: results pretty much the same as Angie's. I use an Ikea slatted bed base, and add some cushions. I find it a restful and pleasant position, but my younger self was a curled-up side sleeper. My 'hooded' and baggy eyes further improved - dramatically actually - due to menopause: my water retention seems to have been by and large hormonally driven. Prominent eye - visible white around the iris, making you look overly excited, or even 'hysterical' particularly in flash-lit pics - disappeared completely too, once menopause commenced. [no HRT/no procedures/plant-based]. It's not all downhill ladies :))
Loufi303 Could you link the IKEA cushion you use please?
Loufi303 Yes, please link that IKEA cushion 🤗!!!
Yes pls...😊😊 would be helpful x
I tried the wedge when I had to have my hips replaced. And it did work but I really missed snuggling to fall asleep. So when I could side sleep again I got rid of the wedge. But I think the my face pillow could really help me switch. I can still easily snuggle to get sleepy and then move to my side and back sleep. Angie....you have the best videos. I so appreciate all your hard work and thoughtfulness. My 46 year old skin has never looked better. You help me not go for the flashy new skincare buzz and instead I have chosen items with science backing the claims.
I bet the cat's name is "Hot and Fluffy." :-) So cute!
Just ordered the wedge pillow and face pillow!! Excited for them to come in...maybe these will help me to sleep on my back. I'm not doing such a great job with that process using my normal favorite pillow that makes me want to cuddle and turn to the side!!
Glad to see I’m not alone with sleeping on my hands with bent legs. Never thought about it being like Peter Pan but that’s so right! I started years ago because of a medical issue. I’ve never used a wedge, just two pillows. I can now sleep almost flat on my back. It’s sleeping like the dead!
Thank you Angie! My chiropractor advised me as well that the best position for sleeping is lying on your back. It certainly helps my neck and puffy eyes :)
Angie, thank you for all the wonderful tips and tricks to stay young (including sleeping on your back). I'm 40 years old and you are an inspiration to me! I am addicted to your channel and have been binge watching your videos! You're amazing and you're my favorite you-tuber! :) Love you!
Hi Angie! LOVED this video and your step-by-step guide to back sleeping. Honored that you mentioned my surgery experience. I am continuing to sleep on my back and I am loving the positive results. One other thing... I used to suffer from a stiff neck (due to side sleeping) and it is totally gone! Thanks and keep up the great work - Joan
I watched your video back in October about sleeping on your back and it took a few weeks to make it work. But now, I can’t sleep any other way! I’m already seeing a marked improvement in my eye bags (less puffiness) and less nasal congestion as well. I would have never thought to do this on my own- thank you for all the great tips!
Awwww Angie, your face when Kitty jumps on the bed! You look so cute, it gave me a big smile. And thanks for putting a link to your candles, I love them!
I fall asleep on my side but always seem to wake up on my back - I have no problem sleeping on my back. Those who suffer from GERD symptoms will most likely love that wedge pillow as it'll help that malady. I, personally, have 2 herniated discs in my lower back so just lying on an incline can exacerbate my back pain. I'll put a roll pillow (also found on Amazon) under my lower back which helps immensely. Great video as usual!!
I trained myself to sleep on my back 15 years ago. I don't have bags under my eyes either and I wonder if that's why! I can't sleep comfortably with my head elevated like you. I sleep in the 'flying Peter Pan' position though and put a large pillow under my knees (otherwise my back would hurt in the morning). One trick I used early on was to wear large post earrings- that way if I rolled over in my sleep they would be so uncomfortable that it woke me up and I'd roll onto my back again!!
Angie, I just learned that there has been a research study that shows that sleeping on our backs leads to Alzheimer’s. There is a side sleeper and a wrinkle pillow on Amazon. It’s pretty pricey though, and I was just wondering if you had any thoughts on this. Thanks!
I’m astonished. I thought I could never sleep on my back, but after finally falling asleep the first time, it’s been ok. Less puffiness immediate and hooded eyes are starting to lift in less than a week. What have I been doing all these years sleeping on my face? It was so comfortable but back is fine. With benefits. Your practical tips gave me the courage to try so thank you.
This is something I’ve been wanting to try for not only my face, eyes and chest but for my hips and shoulders which are starting to ache after sleeping on one side or the other! Well worth a try☺️❤️ Thank you Angie for helping us look and feel our best!
Yes! Thank you for this video! And your cat only made it better! 🤣💕
This is a great video. I started waking up in the middle of the night chocking due to sleep apnea. I already struggle to sleep and cpap machines are kinda loud. My husband bought me a wedge pillow last Christmas and it has been extremely helpful. He said he doesn’t even hear me in bed anymore….and I no longer snore. I had a huge chest wrinkle for years….I can’t believe it’s gone, but it is. I still wake up on y side sometimes but I am going to look into the pillow you shared that stabilizes your head. I think that will definitely help. Glad I found your video noting the anti-aging and other benefits. There are so many!
I’m inspired. Had to sleep on back for a medical reason many years ago and remember how many compliments I received about my skin. Definitely going to try again.
Angie.... it is so difficult....I'm trying it for months but after this video, I WILL DO IT!!! Thank you!!!
After watching one of your older videos where you focused to sleep on the inclined pillow to help your eyes seem more open, I made the effort to sleep on my back and have seen some of my sleep wrinkles really diminish! I'm 37 and noticed some verticle creasing above my eyebrow. I was using a retinol serum to help ease it away, but it really improved after changing my sleep position. I actually purchased the Posture Pillow after seeing ads for it on IG, and now I have less sleep wwrinkles AND my neck feels soo much better than it has in a long time. Angie you are the best!
Great to hear it helped! xo ~a.
I bought a wedge pillow after watching this video and my sleep has really improved. I used to toss and turn and now I stay in the same position. Thank you for your videos - they are so informative 👍
This has been the hardest habit to break! I try every night but end up in my favorite left side position. Probably a residual from long ago pregnancies. Thank you for the video, I will keep trying!
Thanks so much for the tip! Sleeping on your back really does help with facial puffiness & creases. I use a pregnancy pillow to not only prop me up but it sort of gives the upper body a hug so it holds me comfortably in place. It’s smaller than the pillow you got your daughter so you can still share a bed with someone!
I'm new...no clue how you showed up in my video feed, but glad you did. I am a side and stomach sleeper and my face will tell you so! I just had a lengthy incision from the inside corner of my eye to bottom of my cheek (nice curve design) due to skin cancer. On my left...the side I sleep on. Been using a wall of pillows and a neck pillow to keep from turning. Working ok if the neck pillow stays in place, but it easily slides off. So appreciate the tips and will order from your Amazon store in the morning...midnight here right now. Looking forward to going thru you videos....will be 73 in April and have a lot of undoing to do! Thank you!
I'm so happy you found me too! But so sorry to hear about your skin cancer (also the side that faces the side window in the car when you drive). Hope you like the pillow & happy early birthday!
I can attest to this; I stopped sleeping on my back about a year ago... I never realized people noticed the chest wrinkles, until someone pointed out that, after not seeing me for over a year- that the skin on my chest looked amazing. Weird compliment, but it was true! This is probably the most effective thing for my face and chest lines, other than serum hydration.
I actually watched this more for info on elevating my head in comfort as I've been sleeping on my back for nearly 40 years. Thank you for your video Angie. I was thinking I was the only one in the world with a pillow mound trying to make sleeping comfortable again. Helps a lot with my sinus congestion. You are one of the few over 50 on TH-cam whose taste I admire.
This is so helpful, wow, thank you. I wish more people knew about this. I just woke up and looked in thr mirror and 'started' at my gigantic crow's feet wrinkles and sagging eyelid skin on just one side of my face, when I smile. I definitely am going to try this. 😊
I just started sleeping on my back a little over a week ago. I always tried, but have just now been successful! I can already see my eyes are less puffy and the chest crevices look smoother!
Angie, thanks for this wonderful advice! At 51 I deal with constant back pain, eye bags, dark under eyes and so on & so forth.
Have always been a side sleeper or, on my stomach .. absolutely HATE sleeping on my back.. However, with all it’s amazing rewards it’s definitely worth a wholehearted try.. Already have placed my order online ! Anyways, simply had to say thank you for sharing the love lol.. appreciate ALL your great life hacks.. you truly do look wonderful for your age!! well, wishing you a happy, blessed week. Sending much love & blessings.. shalom Xx
Thanks so much Mechelle! I hope you can find a way to get comfortable on your back, it really works wonders!! xo ~angie
Hi! Hey, I've loved you for years and just found this! Crazy; I know! I so appreciate this -- I'm 60 now and still look young due to those lovely genes we gals who have them have. I had back surgery (dumb) four or five years ago and had to sleep on my back and discovered the same as you did. Nice, huh. I've gone back to your recommendations after watching this; you look fabulous! Kudos, doll! :)
Started sleeping on my back when I broke my ankle..I used to get filler in my right nasolabial fold and after that I didn’t have to anymore!! The hype is real!
OMG, thank you for this video. After your many mentions in other videos of the benefits of back sleeping, I tried back sleeping and just couldn’t do it - so much so, that I turned into a stomach sleeper. I also tried searching the web for head pillows that would stop my head from turning to the side. Too many products, too many reviews, just way too confusing. So your specific product suggestions are a huge help. With my own pillows I tried to buttress everything including my head but my head kept turning to the side. After your tips in this video, I know better how to try it again. I sure would like fewer creases, higher lids and less eye bags, etc. Thanks again.
Another person mentioned using a neck pillow (airplane/travel pillow) and I've been doing that as well to try to keep my head from turning to the side like you. Worth trying, only $10-15 on amazon
I am being more vigilant and conscious once I saw your last year's video. I purchased the wedge but I have not fully transitioned into sleeping on my back. I would like to try one of these pillow to help me sleep on my back. Thank you.
I tried to train myself to sleep on my back multiple times and it never worked until I used a wedge. It got rid of the back pain I suffered from every morning, it got rid of the stuffiness I had. And now I've added pillows under my knees and that helps a lot too. Still I do sleep on my side from times to time, when I can't get to sleep mostly. But I figure 80% of the time sleeping on my back should be good enough for all those healthcare issues Angie mentionned + for all the beauty related benefits too.
I had a breast surgery a year ago and was forced to sleep on my back. Fortunately we had a bed that adjusts so i dont need the wedge. Also i just kind of naturally fell into the peter pan pose while sleeping. It helps! I just recently got botox and restylane and the spa tech said to sleep on my back. Then just yesterday i had my second breast surgery...so sleeping on my back is a must! This time i bought myself the airplane neck pillow and it keeps my head in position. I plan to try to keep sleeping on my back and not revert back to being a side sleeper because of all the benefits!!! Thanks for such a great video on this subject Angie😍😙
I started sleeping on my back a couple of years ago because my hips just killed me. The main thing I've noticed is my eyebrows grown in more so I think when I was sleeping on my sides they were getting smothered out. I'm 37 I started using a wedge to get me used to it but now I just use regular pillow, ^shape pillow & memory foam with hump on each side
Hi Angie: Thank you so much for this video. I follow a few people on TH-cam but because of the amount of research that you do, I trust your advice on eg skin care the most. You can’t argue with science and results!! Now this video I think will be a game changer for me. I have been having some sort of either allergic reaction or stress reaction over the past few months where I wake up in the night with my eyes itching and swelling. Because of my age, once the episode is over I’m left wth what look like water sacks under my eyes for a couple of weeks until they go away..its just where it settles now. I use cold packs, creams, lymphatic massage etc, but I think sleeping on my back will help a great deal. Wish me luck!! Thanks again....great video. Judy
Good luck Judy!
I’ve been sleeping on my back after watching you years ago and my hysterectomy! It was hard but the wrinkles on my chest are gone! Thanks
I’ve done my best to sleep on my back since high school, 20+ years now. It was so hard being pregnant and not doing it. I agree you have to train yourself. And with your mouth closed. Always. I agree, great advice
I don’t know why this is so hard for me but I’m going to try again. I had a facelift in April and I’m so afraid I’m going to un-do my results. Thank you for the detailed instructions/suggestions!
I started sleeping on my back 10 years ago because of pain in my hips. I went through the same process as you, and even ended up with same pillow/wedge configuration you use so it obviously works. I don't do the Peter Pan thing with my legs. I use two standard memory foam pillows stacked under my knees, and I snug the bottom one right up under my butt. That serves a couple purposes. It prevents sliding down and side rolling. It also eliminates pressure on my hip (joints, ligaments, tendons) and my lower back. It's also a great position to reduce swelling in the knees, ankles and feet if someone has that problem. I've had women ask me why I don't have chest wrinkles and I had no idea. I had never connected it to sleeping on my back until today. I'm only 49, but I've never taken care of my skin, no sunscreen, etc. So I'm glad to learn I've at least been doing one beneficial thing for my skin all of these years.
Thanks for your advice! I can't lay on my back because of lower back pain, so I thought it's not for me, but I might have a chance now😊.
Shannon Orcutt great to know this work for hip pain
I have slept on my back all my life and my family used to make fun of me (they called me "the mummy" 😂), but it is the only way that I wake up well-rested, without back/neck pain, and puffy eyes. Great video as always, Angie.
Hi, what pillow do you use when you sleep on your back? I feel that it is not natural to use one when you lay on your back because then the head gets pullef forward.. but maybe I am wrong..
Thanks Angie! So, I have been putting this off for so long, it's now Aug 2021 and I'm going to give it a try. Both the wedge and the sleep pillow are on my Amazon list. Thanks for doing this video, I remembered you did it so I looked it up.
I think Angie was just made for making information videos. She does her research and presents them in such a professional and poised manner. I love her videos.
Because of your video, I decided to sleep on my back. I couldn't figure out why my mascara was all of a sudden smeared on the top of my eyes. It was be cause my hoods were starting to droop. I find that a firm pillow under my knees really helps my spin, back, and hips feel more comfortable. I will definitely try the face pillow. Thank you again for being g so helpful and Shari g with us.
I started sleeping on my back because of you! I had under eye bags and sinus issues and it has really helped. I had a hard time at first but the sleeping wedge makes it work. Thank you thank you!
So happy to hear it worked for you Kim!!
I too watched your first video and bought the 10 inch wedge-could not do it, so I bought the 7inch recently and that really helped, hoping to work up to the 10 inch, and then I can use the 7 inch under my knees! Always such great advice!!!! I have terrible hip pain so I have to make this work!!!
I plan to do this when my 4 year old is no longer glued to me at night. Imagine: getting wrinkles in my 40’s and having a young child. 🤷🏻♀️I have, however, started my anti aging skin care regime and you are my guide. I have a retinoid, SPF and matrixyl on board. Ascorbic acid next. Thank you Angie!!!!
4 years old is enough to sleep in his own bed, you don’t want a Norman Bates.
Thank you! I was doing so well with this, but then a bout of insomnia happened and I went back to side sleeping. Now I need to start over again. I think I will try the wedge! I appreciate the standalone video because I've tried to search for the video in which you talked about it, but I could never find it. Thanks!
Haha I think this video should be renamed “how to sleep sitting up” 😂 Thx Angie for the tips, it never occurred to me that basically sitting up would be a good sleeping position but I’m gonna try it. Any idea about this position causing more neck wrinkles/rings though?
Your video is useful and inspired .. Thank you so much.👍
Thank you Angie! Sleeping on my back is one of my goals for 2020! I have tried many times over the years but have been totally unsuccessful. I just bought the wedge & your face pillow & will give it a go again. My poor chest is starting to look like a roadmap & I know that my current sleeping position is the cause. Wish me luck! ❤️
Good luck! It takes time so try to stick with it!!
I've been sleeping on my back for about a year now. Initially I did this because I have severe TMJ. Sleeping of my side was pushing my jaw to the side. Sleeping on my back has not only helped my jaw, I also noticed all the things you mention about less puffiness, dark circles and shoulder pain, and of course that wrinkle on the chest. It took some time to get used to, but eventually you do. Thanks for sharing Angie!
This looks like what my mother meant when she said “suffer for your beauty”.
My mom always said " It hurts to be beautiful" kinda the same idea
If you can’t sleep on your back, but does it anyway to become beautiful, you’ll suffer even more, and in time become irritated, sleep deprived, get a very sleepy look etc. 😂
My mother said "beauty must suffer." I bought into it for many years.
@I Was Here people usually suffer for things they want, no one would go to college if they could get their dream job outside of highschool
Aaawwwww. . . sweet kitty!
I told my sister she needs that "C" shaped pillow!! She sleeps with like 7 or 9 pillows at night . .. !! I might like to try it also.
As a kid and into my 20s and probably early 30s, I slept on my back, (when it didn't really matter...lol) then I hurt my back and became a side sleeper. Now having turned 50 last year I am trying to sleep on my back again and I have been working on this for some time now. I do pretty good most nights, but there are those times when it is always just SO comfortable to roll over and snuggle in on my side!! LOL For years my husband slept on a wedge to help with snoring, and yes it did help, but then I bought a 6 inch wedge that goes between the mattress and box spring. (or on top of your mattress if you don't mind sleeping on foam) I know 6 inches isn't huge, but I think it helps. So now we both sleep on a little incline, and I also sleep with a couple pillows under my head and shoulders.
I really don't see a huge difference, hopefully I will with a little more time. Thanks Angie! Have a great day! XO
This is such great advice, Angie. It is an inexpensive, non-invasive, natural and reasonable option to slow down wrinkle formation. I didn't think it was possible after being a lifelong side-sleeper, but I have been able to sleep on my back for most of the last 2 nights. A couple of times I woke up and found myself on my side, so I forced myself back into position and was able to go back to sleep. I haven't purchased a wedge as of yet; I'm just trying it out with the pillows I currently own. I find it incredible that anyone would criticize this video. It's so simple and worth a try.
I was literally typing a message into the video you posted today asking you to do a video about how you trained yourself to sleep on your back and what products to use. I thought I better do a search first to see if you had done one already. Thank you for reading my mind!
Crazy question...what pillows are you putting on top of the wedge pillow? Mine is too firm. Yours look pretty cozy. Thanks 😊
I never even considered there was an option to change how I sleep until I saw this video. I don't have it totally mastered yet but I'm getting there! I'm shocked at the difference in my posture, shoulder comfort, and my FACE!
What facial changes did you notice?
I stared sleeping on my back because of back surgery and haven’t looked back since. My husband always. Complains that I sleep sitting up (don’t know why he cares🙄) but I love it! I do love that grey C pillow❣️❣️
I broke my right proximal humerus and had surgery. I had to sleep on my back for 5 months. My face looked so wonderful from back sleeping. I'm 8 months out from my surgery and I'm sleeping on my side again, but I do spend half the night on my back. I bought one of the adjustable beds which makes back sleeping easier. Wish I could sleep on my back again all night because it does work wonders on your face.
Thank you so much! I have wanted to start sleeping on my back, but couldn’t figure out how to get comfortable. Your video came out at exactly the right time with perfect tips!
When I was pregnant they told me to sleep on my left side.. so I did.. by the time I had my son I noticed I had a wrinkle on my lip where my lip would smash onto the pillow.. I decided.. never again.. I sleep on my back and have for years now and I elevate my body a bit.. I do have hooded eyes and it didn't help that but I take after my dad who had very hooded eyes.. I ended up having surgery because mine got so bad my eyeballs were hurting and my lashes were pushing downward.. My insurance covered it completely. Thank goodness!! Anyway.. I have NO chest wrinkles at all and only that one lip wrinkle from side sleeping but I think with products it isn't very noticeable. Oh and I have done that Peter Pan sleeping also. :D Great video Angie!!!
Last year I broke two ribs and had no choice to start sleeping on my back. It’s now a habit. I don’t recommend it, but it definitely worked! Lol
Tell me oh guru!! Me every time I watch one of Angies videos 😍
Thanks Angie! Started sleeping on the back because of you. Great advice about crossing the legs, that really helped at the beginning.
The only problem I had while sleeping on my back was breathing through my mouth and I don’t sleep as well. I googled this and there is a product they sell which keeps your mouth closed but cost around $1.00 per sticker/night. Instead I went to CVS and bought the 3M Nexcare gentle paper tape and now I purse my lips and place a tape vertically from my above my top lip to below my bottom lip and voila, I breath through my nose, a MUCH better sleep indeed! Note that the tape is quite sticky so I usually rip off a piece and then press it on my blanket a few times to reduce the stickiness and that works great. If needed, I can still breath through the sides of my mouth.
I love my YourFacePillow. I've used it for almost 4 years. I have 3 of them and even travel with it (it rolls up perfectly into a suitcase).
Hi Graceful Beauty - I just got one and I can't make it work, I have a really small head, that might be the problem, just feel suffocated. Did you take a while to get used to it?
@@kellyrice2182 I have one too and can't make it work either. 🤷♀️ So bummed!
Mommy Bear - I just got it (interesting timing!) and it’s really curled, now that I see Angie’s which is nice and flat I think that’s the issue. It’s literally covering my face. I emailed the owner to see if he knows how to flatten or it will need to go back unfortunately. Is yours like that?
@@kellyrice2182 it maybe took about a week but I have their 1st one I bought a few yrs ago and then they contacted me and asked my feedback and if I would try their new version. The new version has higher sides and I liked that better to sleep on my back so I don't turn, BUT I can see how it may feel weird at 1st. I do use it to sleep on my back but honestly I love it when I side sleep too. I just put my head on the raised part. I also don't use it flat on the bed. I put a thin firm pillow underneath and then this on top. I feel like that little bit of elevation makes a huge difference and makes it more comfy. Hope that helps.
Graceful Beauty it helps, thanks very much! It’s just not for me. Pillows and sleeping are so unique and subjective. Going to send it back. Thanks again for your insights!!
It took me exactly one night to get used to sleeping on my back! Never thought it possible.......however I do it differently. I sleep with a regular pillow under my head but I stack 2 large fluffy pillows under my knees to support my lower back. No back ache, no hip aches, no shoulder pain and no chest crease in the morning! I also don't have a problem with puffy eyes or dark circles either. I tend to smash the left side of my face into the pillow at night though so I think I might pick up the double bump pillow you recommend.
I've been getting lower back pain with 1 soft pillow so I may change to 2 or a firmer one. I even have a hand towel in the small of my back but still aching enough to wake me from 4 a.m.
Sue * Add another pillow! Height is key!
It has helped my nasal congesion when I wake up. Also I put a small pillow under knees to take the presssure off lower back....like they do in physical therapy.