ER Doctor Reveals Simple Sleep Trick to Fight Wrinkles

A popular U.S. emergency room doctor, known online as Dr. Joe, is alerting millions about a common sleeping habit that may be subtly reshaping faces over time. He explains that consistent pressure and friction from side sleeping, especially on the same side, can lead to visible and enduring facial damage. This can result in asymmetry and the development of vertical wrinkles that are notoriously resistant to treatments like Botox.

Dr. Joe emphasizes that this chronic pressure folds the skin repeatedly, causing lines that do not fade. To combat this, he suggests several simple yet effective strategies. Prioritizing back sleeping is presented as the "gold standard" for minimizing facial pressure and aiding fluid drainage. Alternatively, switching to a silk pillowcase can significantly reduce friction against the skin, preventing creasing and allowing smoother gliding.

For those who find it difficult to change their sleeping position drastically, Dr. Joe recommends alternating sides nightly to give the face equal "rest" periods. He acknowledges that these adjustments require effort but asserts that small changes accumulate over years, potentially making a significant difference in preventing premature aging signs like sagging and asymmetry. He also shared a "Infinity Tracing Technique" to calm overthinking, involving slow eye movements along an infinity symbol.