Heat waves bring endless days of sunshine and opportunities to enjoy the glorious weather. However, when humidity levels rise, consider retreating indoors and enjoying the comfort of air conditioning. We offer reasons to stay cool in hot weather and tips for a restful night’s sleep, regardless of the outdoor temperature!
Why opt for indoor comfort? While we love the outdoors, staying inside with the air conditioning can be cozy and comfortable. It reduces the risk of overheating, lowers laundry and electricity bills by reducing the need for frequent showers, and protects your skin from sun damage better than any sunscreen. Does sleeping help during heat waves? Your body requires the natural relief of cooler nighttime temperatures to refresh and repair itself. Keeping cool overnight is crucial for the best possible sleep. Air conditioning is the best method, and the comfort of a cooled room, allowing you to snuggle under a duvet, offers psychological benefits that may enhance sleep quality. What is the ideal temperature for sleep? Experts suggest that 15-20 degrees Celsius (60-67 degrees Fahrenheit) is the ideal sleep temperature. Maintaining a cool bedroom temperature not only helps you fall asleep faster but can also alleviate insomnia and promote better-quality REM and deep sleep, essential for body and mind restoration. What can you do to stay cool and sleep well? Here are science-backed tips: Choose a breathable mattress – A mattress like the Hush Mattress is designed with airflow in mind, featuring air channels for increased air movement and fabrics that are cool, breathable, and hypoallergenic. Stay hydrated – Drink small amounts of fluids throughout the day and night. Avoid alcohol as it can dehydrate you quickly and disrupt your sleep pattern. Inhale through your nose – This method cools the air before it reaches your lungs, providing a cooling effect. Keep your wrists and feet cool – These areas contain pulse points, so immersing your feet in cold water or running your wrists under cold water can help regulate body temperature and make sleeping easier.As summer nights become hot and humid, finding ways to sleep cool is essential. Here are some expert tips to help you enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep:
Upgrade to 1-ply cotton bedding. High-quality cotton bedding, such as Egyptian Cotton Hotel Sheets, is more breathable than other materials, providing better sleep on summer nights. Look for ‘1-ply’ cotton to ensure the thread count is genuine and the fabric is ultrafine and ultra-breathable. Invest in a lightweight hypoallergenic duvet. Our All Season Duvet combines the insulation of goose down with the breathability of cotton, ensuring coziness in any temperature. Shut the world out. Keeping your curtains closed during the day prevents your room from heating up through the glass. Keeping windows closed also helps maintain a cooler temperature inside if it’s cooler than outside. Wet the bed. A slight misting of ice water from a spray bottle can drop the temperature of your bed just before you sleep. Put your pillow talk on ice. Put your pillowcase in the freezer and take it out just before you sleep to keep it cool for the duration of falling asleep.