Planning to hibernate this January? These smart buys work while you snooze
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Boost your body
It’s easy to neglect your body in the winter – who wants to stand around in the cold waiting for a cream to sink in? Picking body products that work overnight makes more sense this time of year – you can dive straight into a warm bed, and the ingredients will work more effectively as your skin cells repair overnight.
This Works Deep Sleep Body Cocoon, £25, John Lewis & Partners, will nourish and soften your skin and has the bonus benefit of a relaxing scent to help you drift off quicker.
Smooth and style
Do you wake up with serious bedhead? You can prevent this by sleeping with your hair in a protective style, either in a loose bun or a topknot at the very top of your head (also known as a ‘pineapple’). These will stop your hair from being dragged as you toss and turn – and can also help boost volume at the roots. L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hydra Acid Overnight Hydrating Cream, £13, Boots, works like a plumping night cream, but for your hair – it’ll hydrate frazzled strands and wake you up to smoother, softer hair.
Heal hands and nails
Your hands are one of the first areas to show signs of ageing, so it’s important to moisturise to keep them soft and smooth. If you’re put off by the time it takes for your hand cream to sink in, keep one by your bed – it can be a nightly ritual rather than a sticky chore. We loveNeom Perfect Night’s Sleep Hand Balm, £10, neomorganics.com. The same goes for cuticle oil – using one will leave nails stronger, and help your manicure last longer. Try L’Occitane Shea Nail and Cuticle Oil, £15, John Lewis & Partners.
Soothe your skin
We wouldn’t advise using retinol every night – overdoing it can sometimes cause sensitivity. On your nights ‘off’, enhance your body’s natural overnight regeneration and use a healing, hydrating night cream. Aveeno Face Calm + Restore Night Cream, £11, Tesco, wor
