Luxurious Linens and Aromatherapy For A Great Nights Sleep
Luxurious linens can be purchased at almost any home decor store these days although
selection, value, quality and comfort may be compromised.
Bedding that feels fantastic and will give you continuous use during each passing season.
Egyptian cotton sheets have become more popular due to their extreme comfort and softness.
Egyptian cotton is considered to be one of best among the cottons, and sheets made with
this fabric and its high thread count allows you to get a tighter weave and much softer touch.
We have several options when we choose our bed sheets. Satin and silk are our two main choices.
Both types are very similar. Satin bed sheets are usually made from a variety of fabrics rayon,
regular silk, or polymer-based fabrics such as acetate, or polyester and nylon.
Egyptian cotton sheets are made of pure luxurious linen 100% Egyptian cotton. These soft knit sheets
are an ideal alternative to traditional woven cotton bed sheets.
Silk bed sheets are wonderful, but they will need to be dry cleaned each week. Would you be able
to afford that? If you care for your bed sheets the way the manufacturer suggests, they will last
much longer and if you have any problem, you will be able to return the bed sheets if you have
cared for them properly.
Now about the scent part of the equation. Through the use of essential oils you will be able
to achieve a relaxed mind that promotes sleep.
Essential oils are volatile essences that are extracted from leaves, roots, fruits and plants etc.
Some oils have been proven to relax the body and mind and also to relieve stress.
The essential oils recommended for sleep and relaxation are:
- Lavender, Geranium, Rose Maroc
- Marjoram, Rosewood, Clary Sage
- Neroli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood
- Chamomile, Vetiver
Now that you know some of the essential oils that are best for relaxation, you can easily use them
before you go to bed for a fragrant night time experience. You can mix about 16 drops of the oils
together, add water, put in a misting bottle and spray your sheets, pillowcases, nightgown or pajamas.
The oils can stain fabric so make sure you spray from a distance.
You can also take other oils from the list and drop in a small electric diffuser plugged into the wall.
It will release scent all night long.
You can also take some of your favorite oils and mix them with an unscented lotion for a relaxing massage
before going to bed. Doesn’t that sound like a perfect stress reliever? You would probably enjoy a hot bath
with oils dropped in. Your cares will be lifted away as the steam releases the aroma.
Now you have combined the luxurious linens and your favorite fragrance into one stress relieving
experience. Your perfect night sleep is 300 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, on your memory
foam mattress. You have just come out of a hot bath where you have relaxed with a couple drops
each of lavender, bergamot and cedarwood. You put on the comfy pajamas that have been sprayed
lightly with chamomile, You have your diffuser filling your room with lavender.
Try some of these ideas and you are well on your way to the best night sleep of your life.
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