Yellow teeth look disgusting – I think we can all agree on that. Which is why teeth whitening has quickly grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry. No one wants their teeth looking like kernels of corn. By using teeth whitening trays or strips, you can quickly take your smile from dull to dazzling. But if you’ve ever whitened your teeth, you know that while you’re … [Read more...]
Sleep Shaping – Can You Sleep In Your Waist Trainer?
Effortlessly achieving the perfect body while you sleep – isn’t that everyone’s dream? By regularly sleeping in a waist trainer, you might just be able to turn that dream into a reality! At least, that’s according to various waist-trainer manufacturers and celebs like Kim Kardashian.1 Let’s back up a second. For those of you unfamiliar with these trendy … [Read more...]
Why you shouldn’t sleep with an ice pack
Sprained ankle? Sore knee? No problem – just apply an ice pack! ice packs are an inexpensive and effective way to treat a variety of injuries. Icing an injury can relieve pain as well as reduce swelling and inflammation. But only if done correctly.1 And that means no sleeping with your ice pack. I realize that sleeping with an ice pack may seem harmless enough – I … [Read more...]
For The Sake Of Your Lashes, Don’t Sleep In Mascara!
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know by now how bad sleeping with your makeup on is. It can clog your pores, cause breakouts, and exacerbate wrinkles. It’s not hard to understand why sleeping with layers of foundation or powder on your face can be problematic for your skin. But what about mascara? What’s the harm in leaving my lashes coated and … [Read more...]
Should you sleep with a bra or go bra-less?
It’s a nighttime decision that has divided women for ages – should you sleep in your bra or remove it before bed? To say that there’s a lot of conflicting information out there on this topic would be putting it mildly. The internet is chock-full of different claims about wearing your bra to bed. Some say that sleeping in a bra causes cancer. Others say it … [Read more...]
Should You Sleep With Pomade In Your Hair?
Pomade can turn your head of unruly hair into a perfectly coiffed and dapper ‘do in no time. If you’re thinking…“Pomade? What the heck is that? Sounds more like a fancy dessert than a hair product.”…you’re probably not alone. Pomade is was a popular styling product used back in in1960 and earlier. And its recently made a comeback. It’s basically a thick, waxy, and often … [Read more...]
Kiss Your Lipstick Goodnight: Why You Shouldn’t Sleep In Lipstick
If you regularly wear makeup, you’ve probably committed the carnal sin of falling asleep with it on at least once or twice. Maybe a hard day at work left you too exhausted to be bothered with a nightly face wash. Or maybe you indulged in a few too many cocktails and just couldn’t stumble over to the sink. Whatever the reason may be, falling asleep with makeup … [Read more...]
Beauty Sleep: Do Botox Injections and Sleep Mix?
I don’t want to look old. And I’m guessing neither do you. Botox injections offer a simple way to keep all of us looking younger. It’s almost like cheating the aging process! Botox gets injected into your face and temporarily paralyzes your muscles … [Read more...]
Studs and Rings: Should You Sleep With a Nose Piercing?
Considering that I just got my nose pierced yesterday (for the second time), I feel as though I should be an expert on the topic of sleeping with a nose piercing in. But when it comes to sleeping with a nose piercing in, there really are no hard and fast rules. Whether or not you sleep with a nose piercing in depends on a few things…personal preference and sleeping style … [Read more...]
Why You Shouldn’t Sleep With A Heating Pad
Heating pads (not to be confused with an electric blanket) are common household products that can do wonders for sore muscles, back pain, or menstrual cramps. Personally, my heating pad is one of my most prized household health products – I use it constantly. Ahhh…I feel relaxed just thinking about laying down and enjoying as that soothing heat radiates over my stiff and … [Read more...]
Sleeping With Your Fan On: Beautiful Breeze Or Deadly Draft?
Going to bed with a fan blowing in my direction is an absolute necessity when I’m trying to fall asleep. Sleeping without a fan feels like suffocation to me. The air gets stale and stagnant. And the silence that occurs without the whirring of fan can be deafening. I know that some of you can relate to my fan needs when it comes to sleeping. But many people … [Read more...]
Winter Warmth: Is It Safe To Sleep In Front Of Your Fireplace?
Tis’ the season to enjoy curling up in front of your roaring fireplace at night. Or if you are in Alaska, every season. During those colder months of the year, there’s nothing cozier than relaxing in front of a crackling fire. It’s so cozy, in fact, that you might forgo your bed and snuggle up on the floor in front of your fireplace there for the night! But is it safe to … [Read more...]
Overnight Tampons: How To Safely Sleep While Wearing A Tampon
You’ve probably heard that sleeping with a tampon in is a big no-no that comes with serious health risks. If you’ve gotten this advice and followed it, I’m here to tell you that it’s not entirely accurate. Sleeping with a tampon in is generally no more dangerous than wearing it during the day. The health risks are really more about the length of time that you … [Read more...]
Rumble… Rumble… BANG! How To Sleep Through Thunderstorms
The gentle pitter patter of raindrops on the roof lulls me to sleep as if I was in my mother’s arms. But When the sky turns angry, and the thunderstorms roll out, that’s when I simply can’t sleep. Maybe it's because thunderstorms remind me of my ex-husbands excessively loud farting through the night. Maybe it's the flashes of lightning that I can see through … [Read more...]
What Causes Sleep Wrinkles and How To Beat Them For A Younger Look
Getting plenty of quality sleep is a key factor to looking your best - hence the term ‘beauty sleep’. Unfortunately, no matter how much beauty sleep you get, you can’t sleep away deep facial wrinkles. In fact, the way that you sleep may actually those frustrating wrinkles on your face worse. Yep, just like sleep causes creases to form your bed sheets, it can also wrinkle your … [Read more...]
Sleeping Hot And Steamy: Why You Feel Hot And Bothered In Bed!
Maintaining your proper body temperature when sleeping is essential to getting a restful and rejuvenating night’s sleep. And any source of heat is more than welcome as you sit there shivering between your sheets in the winter months. But what happens when you can’t cool off at bedtime? Or when you’re wake because it feels like your bed is as hot as your … [Read more...]
The Sleep Diary: The Ultimate Tool For Getting A Better Night’s Sleep
If you are anything like me then you probably kept a diary at some point in our lives. Maybe you kept one as a child to record your deepest, darkest secrets. Or perhaps you currently write in a journal for reflection and relaxation as an adult. But have you ever kept a sleep diary – a diary dedicated to writing only about your sleeping habits? A sleep diary … [Read more...]
How To Leave Your Earrings In At Night And Sleep Comfortably
We all have a nightly routine before we head to bed. Maybe your routine includes a hot bath, meditation, hair treatments, facial masks...or any number of other activities. Another common pre-sleep practice involves removing all jewelry, specifically earrings. While it may be a small task, that is over in minutes, removing your earrings at the end of a long day … [Read more...]
What Is Your Sleep Efficiency? How To Calculate and Improve it!
What is Sleep Efficiency? When I think about being efficient at something, I imagine accomplishing it in the fastest and most effective way possible. Completing a task without wasting any time. You can probably find ways to become more efficient at your job, with your workouts, or even when cleaning your house… But sleep? That’s a new one. Let’s take a … [Read more...]
How To Wake Up Tired, Drooping Eyes To Look And Feel Fresh!
Have you ever woken up and felt as though your eyes are still fast asleep? Or dealt with strained and tired eyes that feel heavy and weighed down, like you have been sleeping with your eyes open? If so, your tired eyes may need a wakeup call! Issues with sleeping, day-to-day activities, allergies, and the natural aging process can all make your eyes feel heavy. Tired eyes not … [Read more...]