Waking up and tired is definitely a frustrating feeling that can put a damper on the start of your day. When we don’t get enough sleep throughout the night, we end up searching for something (usually not the healthiest option) to boost our energy, which usually then ends up making us feel more tired. This could mean it’s time to switch up some of your habits to make sure you get the best night’s sleep possible.

The essentials to remember every night are:

• To get a solid 7-8 hours of sleep per night
• The sooner before midnight you get to sleep, the better
• Use a pillow and mattress that you like

Here’s some other ways we like to get as cozy as possible before bed:

1. Journal: writing down all of the thoughts running through your head et’s you get out everything that’s could keep your mind up racing when you’re trying to go to sleep. It also gives you some time to reflect on how your day when and write down a few things you’re grateful for that day. 
2. Meditation: clearing your mind before bed lets your mind and body be at peace throughout the night. Give yourself a 10-20 minute meditation session before bed to let yourself be free of your worries and for proven benefits to a better sleep. 
3. Bedtime Stretch: throughout the day our bodies go through so much wear and tear that if we don’t release it, we can become tense when we’re sleeping. By stretching out your body with a relaxing stretch session, you’re getting the blood flowing through to help with lymph drainage and making sure your muscles are feeling flowy for bed rather than stiff. 
4. Calming Scents: whether it’s from an essential oil diffuser or a lovely soy candle, putting on a nice scent before sleep makes you feel relaxed and makes a beautiful ambient of the room. Picking natural candles and essential oils come with benefits that physically make you feel better and get you in the perfect sleepy state.  
5. Beauty Routine: having a self-care routine at the end of the night let’s your body go to a mini spa and makes you feel fresh before getting into your sheets. Including products to help you sleep is awesome for getting your sleepiness started. 

Below are some products we love for bed:

Magnesium Spray

Sleep Like Buddha

Sweet Dreams Votivo Jar Candle

Haven Mattress

It’s that time of year when we start to crave cozy sweaters and nurturing hot meals as well as move towards richer scents, darker hues and moisturizing products. We’ve curated a fall green beauty list to get your body, face, nails and home ready for indulgent fall night self-care rituals.

indulgent crème brûlée coffee scrub from basd

We can sometimes fall out of the habit of exfoliating (see what we did there!) when bundling up starts, but it’s just as important to remember to give your skin a good buff even when we bring out multi layers. The indulgent crème brûlée coffee scrub reminds you warm of fresh baked sweets while ingredients like organic coffee and rich almond oil leave you feeling radiant.

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Honey Apple Cider Marketplace Jar from Natura Soy

Give into your warm beverage cravings with this Honey Apple Cider Marketplace candle, made with no bee byproducts, 100% natural oils and soy wax. It’s the perfect way to add a scent of fall bliss while taking in a good book or warm bath.

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Velvet Mitts Hands & Nail Crème from 1’Lux Beauty

Our hands tend to be the first to feel the brunt of the weather change. Make moisturizing a luxury with this seriously delectable Velvet Mitts Hand and Nail Crème. Your hands will feel and smell like magic with the rich ingredients of avocado, shea butter and coconut oil.

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Nail Polish Paint It Brown from BKIND

Match the leaves and your lattes with this Paint It Brown nail polish. Made without harsh chemicals, BKIND is vegan and comes in recyclable packaging and will keep your finger tips happy as you wield your fall magic.

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Universal Crème – Keen from Elate Cosmetics

Treat (without the trick) your eyes, cheeks and lips to notes of soft plum with brown undertones using Universal Crème in Keen. This shade is ideal for fall and gives your skin hydration for the cooler days ahead with ingredients like organic jojoba oil, castor oil and evening primrose oil.

Image from Elate Cosmetics Instagram