5 Ways to De-Stress and Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Life never slows down. Between work, family, and the endless to-do list, winding down can feel impossible even when you’re utterly exhausted. But reclaiming your evenings is key to falling asleep fast and waking up refreshed. Here are five simple, effective ways to transform your nighttime routine into a soothing ritual.
1. Wash Your Face Right Away
Don’t wait until you’re bleary-eyed to tackle your skincare. Make cleansing the first thing you do when you get home. Your future self will thank you when bedtime comes and your skin is already prepped, clean, and cared for. Try the Heal + Hydrate B3 Cleanser, a creamy, non-foaming formula that gently removes makeup and impurities while replenishing moisture and soothing skin. Bonus: the ritual itself can be a moment of calm. Try a gentle face massage to melt away the day.
2. Overnight Skincare That Works Hard While You Sleep
Indulge in products that do the heavy lifting as you dream. The Deep Moisture Mask is pure nourishment, a rich botanical blend that hydrates, soothes, and restores skin’s natural balance after a stressful day. Apply thickly and let it work for 15-20 minutes, or wear it overnight as a supercharged moisturizer. For skin renewal and a morning glow, turn to the Retinol Rescue Overnight Cream. Its potent yet gentle formula, with time-released retinol and calming colloidal oatmeal, softens and brightens, setting the stage for your best complexion yet.
3. Fill Your Bedroom with Plants and Calm
Create a sanctuary by keeping your space clutter-free and lush with greenery. Plants like spider, snake, and peace lilies purify the air and release oxygen at night. For a sensory boost, add jasmine or lavender, two scents scientifically proven to ease anxiety and invite sleep. There’s something deeply soothing about surrounding yourself with nature’s quiet presence.
4. Meditate the Clark’s Botanicals Way
Founder Francesco Clark credits nightly meditation for his calm and focus. Inspired by a yogi friend during his recovery, he practices a three-part breath technique: inhaling a healing color and positive energy, exhaling tension and negativity, all while visualizing a serene “safe space.” It’s a practice in gentle self-care and mental reset, and even a few minutes can ease the mind and invite restful sleep.
5. Say Goodbye to Your Phone and Say Hello to a Classic Alarm Clock
Our screens are sleep’s worst enemy. Blue light boosts cortisol, the stress hormone, while suppressing melatonin, your natural sleep inducer. Make a habit of powering down devices at least an hour before bed. Better yet, keep your phone charging outside the bedroom and treat yourself to a timeless alarm clock. Trust us, missing a few Instagram stories is a small price for a night of true rest.
