5 Simple Ways to Make Sleep Feel Softer and Cooler for Eczema-Prone Skin

Sleeping with eczema was one of the most challenging things I experienced. I used to wake up in the middle of the night in itch-fits, easily feeling uncomfortable. After being a part of the eczema community for eight years, I know that sleeping can be really difficult for most people with eczema. However, there are things you can do to make sleep softer and cooler for your sensitive skin.

My first tip for eczema warriors to achieve better sleep is to address fabrics. We want soft pajamas and bedding, but the fabric type truly matters. I want you to go check the label on your sheets and pajamas and make sure you aren't seeing synthetic materials like polyester. Instead, we want eczema-friendly fabrics like bamboo, cotton, or linen. I have been checking out Terrera's bamboo pajamas and sheets, and I am pleasantly surprised by how soft they are. Their sheets are 100% bamboo with a 400 thread count, which makes them super soft. Bamboo is a nice material for sleeping because it’s so smooth, cooling, and breathable.

The second thing I recommend for better sleep is to keep your room cool enough. When the room is too hot and your body heats up, it can trigger a histamine reaction. That can make you itchy and uncomfortable. You might have to experiment with what temperature feels the best for you.

The third tip I have for you for softer, cooler sleep is to protect your facial flares by switching to silk or bamboo pillowcases. Keep in mind that bamboo is a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to silk. Switching pillowcases can help you protect the extra sensitive skin on your face. You could even try using an eye mask to block out extra light to allow for you to get deeper sleep.

If you are someone who is able to apply moisturizers to your skin, my fourth tip would be to cool them down in the refrigerator before application. Most of us take showers in the evening, if our skin allows, and oftentimes those showers can heat our body temperature up. To cool down before bed, try using your cooled-down moisturizers. That way your core body temperature is a bit lower before lying down for sleep.

My last tip would be to utilize tools. This is going to be personalized based on what you body tolerates, but try things like ice rollers, ceiling fans, and humidifiers. You might need the extra cool air from the ceiling fan, though make sure it has been properly cleaned. Another idea is taking out ice packs right when you go to sleep and in the night as you flare, you can reach over and have a cool compress.

I hope that these tips might give you some relief sleeping with eczema flares!

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