Neal's Yard Remedies Spring / Summer 2021 Issue 25

Sleep has many functions, including giving our bodies time to restore, rejuvenate and overcome the effects of stress. While we generally need less as we age, the truth is that most of us just don't get enough good quality sleep. Relax at bedtime after a busy day and rejuvenate your skin overnight for a youthful, healthy complexion using our top tips on how to get a good night's sleep. Sleeping beauty 14 NEW 1 Our top tips for getting a good night’s sleep HAVE A WARM BATH OR SHOWER 1-2 HOURS BEFORE SLEEP Our core body temperature should naturally cool when it is time for sleep, so having a warm bath a couple of hours before bed not only promotes relaxation, the slow cooling of body temperature after the bath helps us to feel sleepy and encourages a good night’s rest. WORK WITH YOUR CIRCADIAN RHYTHMS This internal process regulates our body including our sleep wake-cycle. Try to get your body in a routine of waking up the same time every morning to help regulate our natural rhythms and support your evening slumber. AVOID TECHNOLOGY AND OVERSTIMULATION IN THE EVENING Blue light from devices may affect the release of our sleep hormone melatonin, as it can make the body think it is still daylight. Devices can also overactivate your mind, making it more difficult to switch off for sleep. BEAUTY SLEEP SHOWER OIL Contains an intensely nourishing blend of skin-conditioning oils, clinically proven to moisturise skin for up to 24 hours. B E A U T Y S L E E P | P R E P A R E F O R B E D *Packaging may vary from shown