Did you know that applying your nighttime skincare too close to your bedtime could be ruining your bed sheets?
This is just one of the five beauty secrets uncovered by the bedding experts at Happy Beds as part of their helpful ‘how to stop your beauty routine from ruining your sleep’ guide – which dishes the dirt on how fake tan and more could be ruining your sheets.
However, don’t fret as they’ve included hacks for overcoming each – with three outlined below!
Never apply your nighttime skincare JUST before bedtime as it can cause bacteria growth and yellow stains on your bedding
After extensive research, the bedding experts at Happy Beds can reveal that you need to let your nighttime skincare routine set for 1 hour before getting into bed. This is because your skin takes time to absorb the products you are using and without this waiting period, you’re likely to wipe your products straight off – causing yellow stains on your bedding, and wasting money as you’ll not have repealed the benefits of the products.
That’s not the only reason; moisture from your face can sink through the pillow covers into your pillow and duvet, meaning your bedding will need to be washed much more often. This is because the moisture transferred onto your bedspread could cause skin irritation if you do your routine repeatedly before bed, as well as a growth in bacteria. Pillows are a perfect environment for bacteria to thrive, as they become warm each night when you sleep on them.
Bedding experts reveal that fake tan must be applied at least 1 HOUR before going to bed
Similarly, the experts at Happy Beds have, however, found a way to sleep in fake tan to allow it to develop and, most importantly, protect your bedsheets.
In order to minimise the damage done to your bedding, you absolutely must apply at least one hour before bed. This ensures your skin has absorbed all of the moisture before hopping into bed. Some fake tan brands dry down faster than others, so the sleep experts at Happy Beds advise using your own tried and tested personal preference.
The experts at Happy Beds also recommend choosing bedding that is a dark colour and having dedicated sheets that you use when you fake tan. If you’re regularly fake tanning in white sheets, you will find that you’re spending a lot of time trying to remove the stains each week, which isn’t good for your water bill.
You should always opt for loose pyjamas made from breathable materials, such as cotton when tanning. This is because you need to avoid contact with your skin. So if you sleep on your side with your legs on top of each other or with your hand between your legs, your pyjamas should stop you from rubbing your tan.
Sleep with Olaplex in your hair? Wear a satin cap to prevent bacteria build-up caused by the moisture
It’s no understatement to call Olaplex a cult haircare product. Launched in 2014, this haircare line has amassed over two billion views on TikTok. But for those who sleep in the hair mask, you must take a few steps to protect your bedding and sleep quality.
Sleep in a satin cap (or a shower cap if you have one to hand) to protect your hair by reducing friction from moving side to side at night. This cap will also help protect your pillow as the more moisture sinks into your pillowcase and pillow, the more your pillow becomes an ideal environment for bacteria due to the heat and humidity.
Pillowcases are made of materials that, if they get damp and retain moisture, could lead to breakouts and clogged pores due to the dead skin and other bacteria that can live in those spots.
