Do you have a bedtime routine? It’s actually quite rare for people to do so! While many people will do the same few things every night before they slip into bed, it’s not something they would describe as a routine.
However, we certainly think it’s beneficial to have one – especially when you use it to pamper yourself at the end of the day! And there are so many mental and physical health benefits that come from following a bedtime routine. No matter what mattress you prefer, or whether you like to use your phone in bed or not, a consistent bedtime routine makes life so much easier.
With all that in mind, let’s get you a bedtime routine that leaves you feeling like a queen! Here are some things to think about incorporating into your nights.
Take Care of Your Skin
And by extension, your muscles. You can do this by ensuring you give your body a little bit of TLC at the end of the day, whether that’s by slipping into the bath or shower, or simply rubbing/massaging in some moisturizer. If you’re not a ‘night-bather’, the latter is more likely to work for you!
Buy Some New PJ Sets
The main theme of a bedtime routine is comfort. If you’re not comfortable, you’re not ready to get some restful sleep! And if you only wear old clothes to bed, and mix and match random pieces to create your nightwear, you’re definitely in need of some proper pj sets!
Make sure you invest in some that are soft or plush against the skin; a Natori pj set is a great choice here, and there are plenty of colors and patterns to choose from. Once you’ve got some proper pj sets in your wardrobe, change into them at the beginning of your routine.
This means they can help you get into a more sleepy, relaxed state, and you’ll come to associate them with being super cozy and comfy!
Protect Your Hair
Your hair is rubbing around on your pillow all night long. That doesn’t make for great hair health in the long run. It can lead to a lot more breakages along your locks, meaning more split ends, curls that have volume in the wrong places, and a lot more frizz to try and tame in the morning.
To prevent issues like these, you can wear hair caps or silk scarves or bonnets to bed. Silk is a very soft material, and when it acts as a barrier between your tresses and the pillowcase below, your hair will have far less friction to deal with. Voila! Healthier, stronger hair. And who doesn’t feel like a queen when their hair looks amazing just after waking up?
Doing things that make you feel like a queen is a great little bit of self care! So why not ensure your bedtime routine has you feeling like pampered royalty? The ideas above are only the tip of the iceberg!
