I truly never wanted for any other sheets, until my mom gifted me the Washed Linen Core Sheet Set. Linen seems like it would be scratchy and uncomfortable to sleep on, but it’s like a more breathable version of flannel, if you ask me. They’re soft, warm, and absolutely dreamy for the cooler months.
Sarah Felbin, senior commerce editor
Prioritizes self care to refill her cup for the next day
SELF’s senior commerce editor decompresses by watching her favorite TV shows and sipping on a non-alcoholic bev. “I think it’s important to have something little to look forward to every day—I always get excited for my mocktail during my afternoon commute because it’s something I get to do just for myself. It helps my brain shift into ‘evening mode,’” she says.
She almost always has a bottle of Töst in her fridge: “It’s a bright, bubbly iced tea that feels like a true treat!” Recently, she’s also been stocking up on Bruce Cost’s Ginger Ale with Pomegranate and Hibiscus: “It has a slight bite from the fresh ginger but really lovely sweet and tart notes from the pomegranate and hibiscus,” she says.
Pro tip: “I always pour them into a wine glass so it feels extra special.”
“After my mocktail, it’s time for a face mask,” Sarah says. “I have sensitive skin and an oily T-zone. Translation: Washing my face (even a double cleanse!) isn’t always enough to get all of the dirt, sweat, and general gunk out. These masks are gentle but effective.”
With Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask, she sees overnight results: “My face looks smoother and more even every time I use it,” she says. “While I’m testing new beauty products frequently, this is one I always come back to.”
When she wants an at-home facial, she reaches for Caudalie’s Instant Detox Mask, which (comfortably) tightens and pulls gunk out of her pores. “I love being able to see the evidence close up—it’s particularly good at busting stubborn sebaceous filaments on my nose and chin.”
Once she’s ready for bed, it’s time for Sarah to gear up so she can hit the hay. “New York is noisy! To block out sirens, car horns, and my nemesis—the trash truck—only the best sleep mask and earplugs will do,” she says.
“My Nodpod is weighted—the soothing pressure helps me drift off to sleep faster (without making me feel like I’m suffocating, like a weighted blanket often does).” One side of the mask is smooth and stays cool to the touch, which is extra soothing during warm months, while the other is delightfully soft and fuzzy.
To filter out the sounds of the city, she swears by Loop’s Quiet 2 ear plugs: “Each pair comes with extra ear tips in various sizes, so you can find the perfect fit,” she says. “They nestle perfectly inside your ear, so you won’t feel them between your head and the pillow if you’re a side or stomach sleeper. Plus, they come with a tiny case for travel (or just keeping them together).”
Sara Coughlin, senior commerce writer
Finally stops moving for the day and does what she can to mitigate next-day soreness
Between working, rock climbing, and taking her pup for frequent walks, SELF’s senior commerce editor stays busy during the day. “By dinnertime, I’m ready to come to a complete stop and park it on the couch with my dog and boyfriend,” she says.