Beauty Sleep Is Real: The Best Bed Set Ups For Skin & Hair

Beauty Sleep Is Real: The Best Bed Set Ups For Skin & Hair

Having many nights of wonderful sleep is important for your well-being. In order to wake up feeling like a god or goddess every day, getting your beauty sleep is essential - there are many steps to take when it comes to protecting your skin and hair. 

In this guide, we’ll show you the best beauty tips and tricks, with advice on which is the best bed frame, mattress, headboard and bedding accessories - all with your beauty sleep in mind. We’ll also uncover the science of sleep when it comes to skin and haircare, to point you into the right direction. 

So, let’s dive into  why it’s important to get a great night’s sleep and how you can make all the difference with your bed set up. 

Why Beauty Sleep Is Real: The Science Explained

Sleep is so important when it comes to being your best self from day to day, for your mental health, skincare and haircare, as well as your general well-being. It is understood that a great night’s sleep helps the generation of collagen, which is responsible for maintaining the elasticity of your skin. Using the right bedding can also prevent less friction and breakage in your skin and hair.  

Not only does better sleep contribute to cellular repair to help delay fine lines and wrinkles, but it can also balance hormones. A lack of sleep can contribute to high levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) which can break down collagen, trigger acne and increase oiliness. 

But don’t worry - to look and feel your best self each and everyday, we have some great advice on how to choose the best beds, mattresses, accessories and headboards to improve your skin hair care.  

The Right Mattresses For Hair & Skin

Choosing the right mattress can really contribute to better skin and hair, with the right firmness and materials. We have a wide range of mattresses to choose from to introduce a routine that helps with your beauty sleep. Let’s take a look at some of our mattresses choices that we have available. 

Having a supportive and firm mattress is a great way to reduce skin inflammation. Our Orthopaedic mattresses help contribute to improved spinal alignment and they have a very even, firm surface. When a mattress is uneven and uncomfortable, your muscles have to work harder to ensure that your body is appropriately aligned for good sleep. Skin inflammation can lead to more acne break-outs, joint irritation and even eczema. So, having a mattress that’s extra supportive can really help prevent your skin from becoming irritated. 

That’s not to say that our other mattresses aren’t effective when it comes to maintaining your skin and hair care. Mattresses that are made with natural fibres such as cashmere and wool can help support your skin’s barrier. They are natural, eco-friendly materials that don’t irritate your skin. To make these materials, no toxic by-products are needed, so you can be assured that you’re resting your body on a mattress that doesn’t irritate your skin.

The Best Bed Frames For Enhanced Sleep

Choosing the right bed frame is also important when it comes to ensuring you get your beauty sleep every night. They’re great for storage, and we believe that simply having a decluttered bedroom can have a huge positive impact on your sleep quality and mental health, which ultimately leads to better skin and haircare. 

Divan Beds are designed with solid supportive bases with built-in drawers at the base. They’re great for storing all sorts of bits and bobs, perfect for everyday use. When it comes to skin and haircare, you can tidy away all of your favourite products. The drawers glide out easily, revealing your best nightcreams and moisturisers, ready for you to apply before you sleep or when you wake up in the morning. 

Designed with a gas-lift system, the Ottoman Bed conveniently lifts up, revealing plenty of storage space underneath. This is a great option for those who are in need of some extra storage space, as they can tidy away large items that they don’t want on show. A decluttered space is also more hygienic, as it deters a lot of extra dust that can gather on objects that are out on display - this really helps when it comes to protecting your skin’s barrier! 

The Magic Of Bedding: How Pillowcases & Duvet Sets Help Your Skin & Hair

To style your bed with hair and skincare in mind, there are some useful accessories out there that can give you plenty of beautiful sleep! Let’s dive into what we recommend. 

Firstly, having silk pillowcases and duvet covers is a cosy and comfortable option for your bedding. Originating from the silk worm,  silk has a unique molecular make-up that is one long continuous structure -  it has no microscopic loops or hooks like wool. This makes it very good for your hair, as it reduces the amount of friction and static that pulls on your hair strands throughout the night, leading to less breakage and frizz. Silk is also less absorbent, locking in moisture for your hair - you’ll wake up with a new shiny head of hair! 

Silk pillowcases are also great for your skin as there is less friction against your delicate facial skin. This is really good for delaying and preventing fine lines and wrinkles, as well as irritated skin. 

It’s no wonder that silk has been seen as a luxurious material in England throughout the centuries. So, by investing in some silk pillowcases and even silk duvet covers, you’ll be protecting your skin’s barrier and waking up with beautiful hair every day. 

Why Headboards Are Important

Headboards may not spring to mind at first when it comes to beauty routines, but they are very useful. A supportive headboard is excellent for when it comes to sitting upright in bed and applying your night creams and serums before sleeping. 

Finding the right breathable headboard is also a great tip. If you’re a warm sleeper, we recommend going for a linen headboard as this is a very breathable yet durable material. These breathable materials contribute to better air circulation, which prevents an excessive build up of oils and moisture that can make your skin break out. 

Cleaning Tips For Improved Hygiene & Skincare

One of the most important things when it comes to implementing a great skin and haircare routine into your lifestyle is by ensuring your bed is well-kept and hygienic. Regularly dusting your headboard, vacuuming your mattress with an upholstery attachment and washing your bedding can make all the difference for your skin and hair over time. An excessive build up of oils, moisture and dust can really interfere with your skin’s sensitive barrier, so taking these cleaning steps can help. 

Earlier, we touched on finding the right mattress for you that offers plenty of comfort and support for better spinal alignment. To further prevent skin inflammation, we recommend that you maintain your mattress by rotating it 180 degrees every couple of months or so. This is a great way to prevent sagging and dipping that makes the mattress uneven over time. Not only does this help improve your skin and sleep, it makes your mattress last longer - you’ll definitely get your money’s worth! 

Have Many Nights Of Beauty Sleep Now

We hope this guide has given you an insight into the best beauty tips and ways to get a great night’s sleep. The right bedding, mattress, headboard and bed frames, as well as the right maintenance, can really help you get your beauty sleep as you protect your hair and skin. For more tips and information onhow to choose the right bed, why not take a look at some more of our guides?