It’s no secret that getting a great night of sleep is the ideal way to put your best face forward the next day. That being said though, there are certain things about your bedtime routine that can diminish any forward progress if not handled carefully. Are you getting in the way of your own beauty sleep? 

We hope that you’re using silk pillowcases, as they’re the most gentle on your skin and hair, but they do require a bit of special maintenance in the cleaning department. Be sure to use a detergent specifically for silk if you’re going to wash in your machine. Air dry or tumble without heat.

Make your bed when you get out of it each morning. This simple habit can help keep your sheets clean, and avoid pollens or allergens potentially getting on your sheets to irritate you at night.

Listen to relaxing sounds or white noise as you fall asleep each evening. They have been shown to bring a sense of peace to individuals, sending you off to sleep in a more relaxing way than counting sheep.