Nightly Routine
Hi there! Today I wanted to talk about something we all have- a nightly routine. For some, this is just turning out the lights and belly-flopping into bed. For others, there’s a little more involved. Personally, I’ve elevated my nightly routine over the years and I think I’ve come to a conclusion: short and simple is the way to go. Let’s dive in.
Supplements
Of course, you’ll want to speak to your doctor before beginning any supplement regimen. Anything I discuss on this blog is what I personally take, but it may not be what’s best for you and does not constitute medical advice. I like to take magnesium gummies to help me calm my mind and body. The magnesium also comes in a powder form which you can use to make a “Sleepy Girl Mocktail” to wind down with. I was too lazy to keep that up, so I felt the gummies worked best. I have also occasionally used a melatonin supplement if I wake up in the middle of the night. I like this because you can keep it in your bedside drawer and you won’t need a glass of water to take it.
Oral Hygiene
What does this involve? I’ve tried many different kinds of flosses and I keep coming back to Cocofloss. This floss is the absolute best. It comes in multiple flavors, has a nice sturdy case and doesn’t shred on me. I find that the coconut flavor is my favorite and doesn’t interfere with whatever toothpaste and mouthwash I’m using. I also really like Aesop’s mouthwash. Yes it’s a splurge at $25, but it tastes incredible. You can also get a trial size in store and refill it for travel. Finally, my toothbrush is the Oral-B Braun. You can save on refillable heads by purchasing generics on Amazon. The brush links to an app that helps you know you’re brushing correctly and even tells you when it’s time to replace the head.
Face Care
Now it’s time to care for your skin. My favorite overnight mask is Aesop’s Blue Chamomile Facial Hydrating Masque. It has a delightful consistency and can also be used when flying as it doesn’t need rinsing. Sometimes I even use it as my morning moisturizer if I feel my skin has been a bit dry. Next, I apply Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ Neck & Chest Cream. This has SPF so it could also be used during the daytime. I should probably use an eye cream, but haven’t found one I’m that interested in yet. That’ll be fodder for a later blog! For my lips, I slather on (and I do mean SLATHER) Vaseline All-Over Body Balm Jelly Stick. The link will show you options on where to buy; I bought mine on Amazon and recently spotted it at Target. This is way less messy than the Vaseline tubs we grew up with and is really comfortable to apply. I have not had any issue with dry, cracked lips since I began using this.
Hands
Here comes the fun part! I like to go back to Aesop for their Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm. It comes in a pretty pink tube and is soft without being greasy. After applying generously on my hands, I use a cuticle oil on my fingers. There’s no need to spend a lot on this; the product I linked is from Amazon and you get several pens which you can put in your purse, car and desk.
Mindfulness, Peace and Quiet
Now it’s time to unwind and relax. Try to identify what might be keeping you from getting your best night’s sleep- do you have too many devices to distract you? Room too hot? Wrong pajamas? Address these issues and you’ll find yourself drifting off very quickly. And once you create your own bespoke nightly routine, your body will start getting prepared as soon as you begin it each night.
Thanks for reading! Let me know in the comments- have you tried any of these products? What is your current nightly routine?
