Struggling to get out of bed this winter? The problem might not be a lack of willpower. According to a recent study, people actually need more sleep during the colder months than they do the warmer ones. While humans don’t hibernate like other animals, they do experience increased REM (rapid eye movement) sleep in winter. So it’s no surprise that you want to hit the snooze button and stay under the covers a little longer on those chilly February mornings.
The good news is you don’t have to sleepwalk through the chilly months ahead. With a few savvy decisions, you can revamp your sleep situation for winter. At Pure Parima, we’re passionate about providing sleep-friendly products made with materials you can feel good about. Read on for our top suggestions on getting more rest in style.
Hack Your Bedroom With These Winter Sleep Tips
You’ve probably heard of sleep hygiene, which refers to a set of habits and environmental changes designed to help individuals sleep better. However, you might not realize that smart sleep hygiene actually varies based on the weather and time of year, with summer best practices differing from those recommended during the winter months. Here are some of Pure Parima’s favorite winter sleep suggestions:
Fight Dryness
It’s common to wake up with a sore throat or irritated nose during the winter months. These symptoms are often an indicator that your bedroom is too dry. Fight moisture-free winter air by investing in a humidifier. This affordable purchase restores water to the air, helping protect the sinuses as well as the skin. For best results, you should also be sure to drink plenty of water during the day to stay hydrated and healthy.
Stay Warm
You’re unlikely to sleep well while suffering from cold toes. Stay warm on frigid winter nights by swapping out your lightweight cotton PJs for something warm like flannel or fleece. You can also invest in a heavier duvet insert for the winter months. Crafted from 600+ fill power European White Goose Down, Pure Parima’s Down Duvet Insert is a cozy bedding choice that’s both responsibly sourced and certified eco friendly. Delightfully lofty thanks to its natural large clusters, the blanket offers impressive warmth for all four seasons. As a bonus, the down is machine washable and guaranteed to maintain its wispy light texture no matter how many times you wash or dry it. With a cotton cambric shell and three-dimensional baffle box construction, this piece excels at keeping heat evenly distributed. And because of the double-stitched seams, you never have to worry about unpleasant poke through. Cover your new insert with one of Pure Parima’s many stylish Egyptian cotton duvet covers, available in all sizes.
Prefer products made free from animal products? Pure Parima also offers a Down Alternative Duvet Insert with the same impressive loft and warmth as the original. The product comes in both lightweight and midweight options, so you can choose the one that’s best for you. Eco friendly and hypoallergenic, it’s a great choice for sleepers with allergies or sensitive skin. And like the down insert, the piece can be safely washed in a home machine. Both the down and down alternative comforters come with insert loops for bed making made simple.
Prioritize Comfort
Of course, it’s hard to sleep well when you aren’t comfortable. If you want to boost your odds of sleeping well this winter, we recommend investing in a new sheet set. Part of Pure Parima’s Hotel Collection, the Ultra Percale Sheet Set is ideal for those who appreciate the cool, crisp feel of cotton against their skin. Made from extra-long staple Egyptian cotton that’s been picked by hand, the set has a matte finish and comes in an array of stylish neutrals including Flax, Slate, and Carbon. Size options range from twin to king and Cal king, and the collection comes complete with a flat sheet, a fitted sheet, and two matching pillowcases. Note that a matching duvet cover is available for an extra cost.
Keep Cozy
You’ve probably heard the advice to do something relaxing as a way of winding down before bed. While hot showers and cups of cocoa can be soothing during the winter, snuggling up with a good book and a warm blanket can be just as cozy. We’ll let you choose the book, but when it comes to cuddling in bed, it’s hard to beat Pure Parima’s Organic Washed Waffle Blanket. Blending breathability and warmth, this 100 percent organic cotton piece is made with the brand’s signature waffle weave. Timeless yet modern, the blanket works as well on the bed as it does draped over your favorite sofa or chair. Customers can purchase the Waffle Blanket in sizes full/queen and king/California king. It comes in sustainable packaging and boasts a 100-night risk-free trial, so you can test it out before making a commitment. We love how the neutral shade looks when paired with a set of Pure Parima Egyptian cotton sheets in white or ivory.
Discover the Benefits of Pure Parima Bedding
A leader in Egyptian cotton bedding, Pure Parima was founded with a simple goal – providing products made from long-staple Egyptian cotton to customers around the world. That’s why all our sheets and pillowcases come with the coveted Cotton Egypt Association seal of approval. Additionally, our bedding items are OEKO-TEX certified, so you can feel confident they’re made free from harmful chemicals and substances. It’s our pleasure to provide you with Pure Parima bedding for a worry-free night’s rest. Shop our new arrivals today and start loving your bed again.
