In this fast paced world we inhabit, we rush through our days, moving from one necessary task to the next. After all, so many people we love depend on us. Many of us juggle multiple roles on a daily basis. In our quest to get everything done that needs to be done, and do it well, there is one thing we generally neglect – our own bedtime self-care routine. Winding down and getting ready for bed is not just about sleep. The self-care that we provide for ourselves sets a positive tone for the next day and allows us to clear our heads and relax for the night. It is so important. It is all about nurturing your mind, body and spirit. Prioritizing bedtime self-care is a great investment in your overall well-being. Here are some tips for establishing your bedtime routine:
Limit screen time
Create a relaxing atmosphere in your bedroom
Use aromatherapy
Read or listen to soothing music or an audio book
Take a warm bath or shower
Follow your skin care routine with products you love for both your face and body
Practice gentle stretching, deep breathing or meditation
Try and get ready for bed around the same time each evening
If you have a tendency to be anxious and have problems with insomnia, having a soothing bedtimeroutine can go a long way towards relaxing, quieting your mind and preparing for a good night’s sleep.
Over the years I have discovered some great products for self-care in the evenings. I would love to share my list with you. I’ll bet you just might discover something you will love too!
Soap & Glory Heel Genius is , hands down, the best foot cream I have ever used! It leaves feet soft and silky and with continued use, greatly improves the condition of the skin on your feet. It is also a relaxing bedtime habit to massage you feet a bit.Geranium + Bergamot Hand Lotion from Crate&Barrel is a delightfully floral fragranced , rich and creamy lotion that I use all over, definitely not just for hands!As a sufferer of Restless Leg Syndrome and a periodic insomniac, I have found these Life-Flo magnesium products to be a game changer. I massage my legs with the lotion and spray the bottoms of my feet with the oil before bed each night. It helps to relax my mind and my legs don’t twitch anymore!Trader Joes skin care products are exceptional! The reasonable prices are a game changer. I have tried many more expensive products and have not found anything that works any better! Especially the Hyaluronic Moisture Serum. I also rub it on the tops of my hands and it has made such an improvement in the quality of the skin on the top of my hands.Johnson’s Baby Oil Gel is a simple inexpensive way to moisturize your skin in the shower or bath. It is an especially good product if you have very dry, itchy skin. I like the cocoa butter fragrance.Function of Beauty body wash is a new discovery. It is luxurious, creamy and makes tons of bubbles. The fragrance is so good and your skin is silky soft out of the shower. My favorite fragrance is Energizing Peach.I absolutely love and recommend Philosophy products! Amazing Grace is my favorite fragrance. It is light, fresh, clean and floral. I always get lots of compliments when I wear it. Their fragrances are wonderful as are their bath and body products, Great lotions, luscious body creams and body washes that are all in one for both hair and body. These products make taking a hot bath a relaxing, well deserved treat at the end of a busy day.
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