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I’m grateful for my AM self. It’s thanks to her morning discipline that I consistently make it to my pilates classes or my early work calls. Before decision fatigue sets in, she ensures I take my supplements and have a protein-packed breakfast. Bonus: her outfits haven’t been stained, crinkled, victim to the 2 p.m. slump. She makes the hard choices that set me up for considered, productive days. And even though my nighttime self can be exhausted and most often found wrapped in a blanket burrito, I’m grateful to her, too, because my evening ritual—complete with winter nighttime essentials—is the thing that ensures a smooth morning ahead.
I know, I know, just thinking about a “nighttime ritual” can feel daunting. However, crafting an intentional bedtime routine can be inspiring and comforting at the same time. Dare I say, if you do it right, you’ll look forward to every nourishing step. As we collectively rediscover the art of slowing down, more of us are recognizing that our nighttime habits shape not only our beauty sleep but our entire next day. The secret lies in creating little anchors that signal to our bodies and minds it’s time to transition from the day’s rush into restorative rest.
Featured image from our interview with Mary Ralph Bradley by Michelle Nash.
Winter Nighttime Essentials for a Nourishing Ritual
In the winter, I crave warmth, comfort, and tranquility all the time—especially when I’m home. As the seasons change, I follow my intuition and try to create rituals that cater to what my body needs. In the winter, this means being gentle with myself, creating space for what I need to stay productive, engaged, and to make each day as meaningful as possible. (Yes, even when I have the urge to cocoon myself under a pile of blankets.)
That’s where my winter nighttime essentials come in. Even my morning self can be reluctant to get the day moving in the winter. A nighttime routine gives me the best chance possible of a good day. From making your bedroom a deliberate space of transition to wellness rituals that signal to your nervous system that it’s time to unwind and restore, my winter nighttime ritual keeps me on track.
We’ve curated a collection of evening essentials that transform your nightly routine into a cherished ritual. Each piece has been thoughtfully selected to help you create those precious moments of peace, turning your bedroom into a sanctuary and a launchpad for tomorrow’s success.
Bedroom Nighttime Essentials
Your bedroom should be a physical space of transition—from the busy world outside to a sanctuary that encourages rest. But how much time do you take to enjoy it? My winter nighttime essentials for my bedroom are more than just objects; they’re anchors of intention, carefully chosen to promote restorative rest.
Of course, the centerpiece is your bed. Getting into bed is a sensory experience. And a good night’s sleep is the Camille Styles cure for… just about everything. The right blanket can help lower cortisol, for example. And mouth tape isn’t just a beauty trend—it can transform your sleep quality. That’s why I choose everything with intention—from my sheets to the scented candles burning on my bedside.
My bedside table houses everything I need to get the best night’s sleep I can: a mood-boosting lamp, my favorite winter candles, a diffuser, and a pillow spray. Ever since I got serious about my sleep, my life changed. Trust me, winter is the perfect time to overhaul your sleep routine.
Beauty Nighttime Essentials
Your skin resets at night. In the winter, giving your skin time to repair itself after facing harsh, drying temperatures is the key to glowing skin. But winter is also when I’m least motivated to do a full skincare routine. I want to hurry into bed. (Who else?) The solution: deeply nourishing products that maximize my results. Think rich ingredients, multi-tasking products, and prioritizing overall skin health.
Winter beauty essentials don’t start and end on your bathroom sink. My nighttime ritual also contains the less-glamorous beauty essentials that work wonders overnight, like face masks, silk hair bonnets, and wrinkle patches. I try to do something “extra” a couple of nights a week. This gives me something to look forward to while boosting my beauty sleep.
Wellness Nighttime Essentials
Beyond your physical space and your beauty rituals, getting ready for the day ahead is about mindset. Your headspace going into your nighttime routine helps usher you to sleep. Going to bed stressed, for example, can wreak havoc on your nervous system and sabotage your health.
I try to take time every night to focus on mindfulness and wellness. How do I want to feel in the morning? How can I create that feeling in my nighttime routine? Things like journalling, listening to short meditations, and implementing wellness nighttime essentials keep me grounded and set me up for the next day.
