HOW TO GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP

A good night’s sleep is crucial for a healthy mind and body – inside and out. Knowing how to relax and how to properly prepare your sleep environment are the two most important components for a good sleep.

CREATE THE PERFECT SLEEPING ENVIRONMENT

Experiment with these three natural sleep remedies next time you’re getting ready for bed:

1. Introduce lavender

Add a few drops of lavender essential oil for a relaxing evening bath. Lavender is one of the most reliable sleep aids. It can help you de-stress and relax by encouraging you to forget everyday worries and finish off your busy day with positive thoughts.

2. Take an evening shower

Showering does more than just cleanse your body:

Your blood pressure reduces
You become calmer
You are conscious of your whole body

Support this positive effect with NIVEA’s In-Shower Rich Body Lotion Skin Conditioner with almond oil and pamper your body with a rich body lotion before sliding under the covers.

3. Prepare your bedroom

The ideal temperature to sleep in is around 16-18 degrees Celsius. To reach this, consider:

Opening a window or turning on a gentle fan in summer
Snuggling under the covers in winter

Take care with sleeping near a heater or air conditioner – the air can dry out your skin.

PREPARE YOUR MIND FOR A RESTFUL SLEEP

After a long, busy day, it can be tricky to clear your mind. Try our top two tips for stopping your thoughts going round and round and let the day’s worries calmly fade away. So here’s how to sleep better:

1. Practice gratitude

Review your day and acknowledge the best experience you had. Now say quietly to yourself: “Thank you for this lovely moment.

2. Write away your worries

Write down any stressful or unpleasant experiences in a book and put it away. Now the book has the problem and you can sleep peacefully.