With summer coming to an abrupt end and autumn now officially in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about what to do in winter. As the weather only gets colder, harsher and more extreme over the next couple of months, the time has come to think about a night time routine that suits you and your skin. Dark mornings and nights can often mean we get quite sluggish as all we want to do is curl up on the sofa with a cuppa and get cosy, especially after a long, hard day at work. Self-care is important for both the mind and body, and what better way to wind down in winter than with a routine that can be used by anyone and everyone.
Get Yourself Prepared
One of the most important things when it comes to a winter night time routine is to make sure you’re relaxed. Now how you get yourself settled is completely your choice, but here’s what we’d recommend.
When you get in from work, take 10-15 minutes for yourself. Step out of your work clothes and put on something warm and cosy, whether it be nightwear or loungewear and then spend a little time freshening yourself up. This will help to get you in the right frame of mind for later on.
Take Time to Chill
Relaxation is key, so sit back and take time to ease off. Running yourself a bubble bath or jumping in the shower is one of the best things you can do, especially if you find it difficult to switch off. Cleanse your mind, body and soul all at the same time before the real fun of the winter routine begins. If you’re feeling like an extra-special treat, why not light a winter-scented candle to get yourself in the mood?
Treat Your Skin
During the winter, your skin can be prone to breakouts or dryness because of the extreme change in weather. One of the best ways to keep your skin looking radiant and refreshed is by taking the time to treat it with products that are suitable for you. Whether you have naturally dry or oily skin – or a combination of both – is going to determine the kind of lotions and potions you use. However, a great tool to have on hand are silk beauty cocoons.
These fantastic little things are anti-aging and contain a protein called sericin, helping you to achieve a glowing and youthful complexion. As they’re made from the natural materials produced by silkworms, they shouldn’t cause any skin irritation or inflammation. All you need to do to get your silk beauty cocoons working is to place them in hot water for around 20 minutes, which allows them to soften and release the protein they contain. Once they’re ready, simply place over the tips of your fingers and gently rub in circular motions, focussing on the areas you wish to target – such as fine lines and wrinkles.
Comfy and Cosy
If you’re feeling slightly more revitalised after your soak, now comes the best bit. We suggest not going to bed until you’re completely ready as this may disturb your sleeping pattern, so you might want to take yourself back to the sofa with a book or finish watching whatever show you’re currently binging on. However, once you are ready, there are a few extra things you can do to enhance your routine in winter.
Sleep in Silk
Silk is an indulgent material and is a real way to give your skin a treat. There’s plenty of ways to incorporate silk into your winter routine, especially as it’s a temperature-regulating fabric and helps to keep your body warm.
Silk pillowcases are a powerful tool that are great for both your skin and hair, so if you can include them as part of your routine, why wouldn’t you? But before you rest your head for potentially the best night’s sleep of your life, slip on a silk eye mask. If you’re in need of an extra pamper, adorn your bed with a full bedding set made from silk. There’s everything from fitted sheets to silk-filled pillows that can be found online with Jasmine Silk.
