20 Things Every Woman Does Before Bed

1. Good sleep is vital to your health!

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Everyone wants to sleep well and wake up feeling refreshed. With all the stressors of life and work, plus technology and a busy schedule, this is sometimes easier said than done! Experts say that the best way to get the sleep you need is to develop a good sleep routine. So let's take a look at these things every woman does before bed!

2. Remove your makeup

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More and more women are getting into better facial routines thanks to social media. But one of the biggest first steps to incorporate is removing your makeup at the end of the day. It can cause skin irritation and pimples if you sleep in it! It also dries out your skin, and if you sleep with mascara on, it can break your eyelashes!

3. Take care of those teeth!

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Similar to poor sleep, if you have bad dental health, it can affect every other aspect of your health! Gum disease can actually lead to heart disease. Make sure to floss and brush those teeth before you hit the pillow to reduce plaque and bacteria buildup.

4. Set out your clothes

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We always did this as kids, but it can really help alleviate some stress in your morning routine. Whether you're heading to coffee, the gym, or straight to the office, take a second to set out the perfect outfit. This way you won't have to spend too long in the morning making sure your outfit works, and it will save you a lot of time!

5. Put your phone on Do Not Disturb

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In order to truly wind down and get into the headspace of relaxing and recharging, every woman puts their phone on Do Not Disturb at night. Especially if you work a job that's bad at boundaries, it can be really good for your mental health to not reply to those emails rolling in at 10pm. It's also good for your eyes to have a screen time break!

6. Spend time journaling

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Hot girls journal! Because most hot girls also have anxiety! So if you really have trouble turning your brain off at night, try to journal about... WHATEVER you want! They say the best way to journal for anxiety is to free-write with no judgment. That means, don't worry too much about the grammar, it's more of a release. This can actually help boost your immune system and reduce stress!

7. Wash your face with cleanser

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Okay, now that we've removed the makeup, every woman should have a good facial cleanser. This is specifically designed for cleansing your facial skin as it's more delicate than the rest of your body. Make sure to choose one that's made for your skin type!

8. Follow it up with toner and moisturizer

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Toner can majorly improve your skin. It works to remove anything you may have missed in terms of dirt and bacteria. Once it dries, apply a good facial moisturizer. Moisturizer helps minimize fine lines and wrinkles! Whether you have oily or dry skin, you can benefit from moisturizing regularly.

9. Spend time meditating and manifesting

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Similar to journaling, spending time in reflection, focusing on your breathing, and setting your intentions for the following day are super helpful in you getting a good night's rest. Women report feeling more at peace and able to fall asleep more easily when partaking in these practices before they go to bed!

10. Make a to-do list

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A lot of women lay in bed at night unable to sleep, because they're running through a mental checklist of everything they need to do the next day. Try taking a few minutes before bed to write down all your priorities for the next day. Writing them down will help you relax knowing that you won't forget, and it will get handled.

11. Also check these things before bed

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If you're taking time to set out your clothes and make a task list, take a second to check your meeting schedule and the weather too! Studies show that successful women take time before they go to bed to plan their next day, even loosely, in order to maximize the day. It will also keep you from wearing summer clothes in the middle of a rainstorm, and you'll be less likely to forget something!

12. Get frisky with ya partner

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This one is fun for everyone! There's a study that shows having s*x once a week gives you the same happiness boost as that of getting a $50K raise! Personally, we'd like both, but s*x can boost your immune system, reduce stress, and improve sleep. S*x can also make you look younger, which is great for your mental health!

13. Secure the doors and windows

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Especially if you live alone, we promise there isn't a woman on the planet who doesn't triple check to make sure all the doors and windows are locked and secure before heading to bed. You may even add and extra layer of protection to your door like a wedge to ensure you're safe. It's part of your nightly routine.

14. Do something that makes you happy!

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Channel your inner zen after you put your phone down. Maybe watching an episode or two of your favorite guilty pleasure show really helps you relax. If you truly want to unplug, put on a podcast or pick up that book you bought but never read. If your schedule can afford you spending an hour of doing nothing before you sleep, you'll likely be more relaxed when you hit the hay!

15. Spend time in gratitude

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This is pretty cool! Studies show that if you spend a few minutes at the end of each day thinking about what you're grateful for it can transform your life! When you take time to do this, it will shift the chemicals in your brain to skew more positively than negatively. So make a list of what you're grateful for and watch your worldview change!

16. Have a glass of wine

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If drinking isn't your thing, that's totally okay! But a lot of women get super excited to have a nice glass of wine before bed. It's a little treat that's good for your soul while you scroll on Instagram or watch your favorite TV show. It helps your brain and body enter a state of relaxation!

17. Tidy up your space

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They say that when you have a clear space, it helps clear your mind too! So before you head to bed, they say successful women take 10-15 minutes to tidy up their living space. That might mean putting away those dishes or that pile of laundry or wiping down the bathroom sink. You'll wake up feeling fresh rather than annoyed by the clutter!

18. Take a bath

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Baths for some reason have been labeled as girly. Well, we'll take it! Women who take a good bath with essential oils will likely sleep better! Studies show that the cooling process that happens after a bath actually helps you sleep better. When you are a warm bath, it reduces inflammation and can actually burn as many calories as a 30 minute walk!

19. Do a face mask

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While we're in this mode of self-care, most women do face masks as part of their nightly routine. These are great right when you get out of the shower, and you can try different ones based on your skin's needs. They're super relaxing, and it feels like you're really treating yourself!

20. Take your hair down and brush it

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It can be SO tempting to sleep with that messy bun. We've all been there. But did you know that it's better for your hair to sleep with it down? If you sleep with it up, it's easy for the elastic band or clip to damage your hair. So before you head off to bed, take your hair down and brush it! If you want to take it to the next level, buy a satin pillowcase.

21. Whitening your teeth

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If you're a big coffee or wine drinker, then you probably have teeth whitening as part of your nightly routine. Whether it's Crest White Strips or the gel trays, it's great to add in to your down time in the evenings. You'll feel productive even while you're relaxing!

22. Dim the lights

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When it's getting near bedtime, your body naturally releases melatonin, which helps you fall asleep. However, if all the lights are on, it actually won't release properly! So when the clock hits 9pm, start dimming the lights in the room during your wind down time!

23. Eat a cute snack

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Pretty sure we're not alone in this, but virtually every woman on earth likes to have a little snack before bed. We're not talking about a full on burrito (but if that's you, then GO FOR IT!), but maybe a bite of ice cream or a little piece of fruit or some cottage cheese (social media's current obsession). You may not even be hungry, but there's just something soothing about having a little bite before bed. That said, you shouldn't go to bed with a full stomach.

24. Cut back on caffeine

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We know that second cup of coffee tastes so good. But skipping that lunchtime cup can help you sleep better. Studies show that caffeine after noon can make it more difficult to fall asleep. The same goes for nicotine in cigarettes. While the hit may feel good for your nerves, it can actually make your heart rate increase.

25. Wear socks to bed

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This is definitely a hot take, and I personally could never, but studies show that wearing socks to bed helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. It improves your blood flow while you're resting and helps regulate your body temperature! Would you wear socks to bed?

26. Sleep with a humidifier

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Every woman knows that if you want your skin to be at its best, a humidifier in your bedroom can work wonders. This is especially true if you live somewhere with a dry winter. The moisture will help improve your skin and can actually end up helping you sleep better!

27. Nighttime showers for the win!

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Showering at night is something every woman should do! It gives you more time to get ready in the morning, and it's kinda gross to sleep dirty in your sheets. Women have also reported that it's helped them have clearer skin, because you're washing off any residue or excess oils.

28. Set boundaries with your job

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It's so easy in this work-from-home culture where Slack is literally on our phones to feel like people should be able to access you whenever they want. But in reality, the onus is on us to make ourselves available at the appropriate time. As mentioned, if your work doesn't respect this, just put your phone on Do Not Disturb. But it's also on you to understand what's urgent and what's not before heading off to bed!

29. No more doom scrolling!

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We've talked about unplugging before bed and putting your phone on Do Not Disturb. It can be so fun to scroll social media before bed, but we strongly encourage putting a time limit to it. It's so easy - especially the later it gets - to go down a wild rabbit hole where you end up liking your ex's new girlfriend's picture from her Cabo vacation in 2013. Put the phone down!

30. Take time to unwind

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The bottom line is that our days are filled with emails, tasks, conversations and anxieties. So every woman should get into a routine that helps her unwind at the end of the day. Maybe it's reading or putting some CBD in your infuser, or drinking a nice cup of tea.