Top Tips on How to Cool Down and Unwind When It’s Hot
When the heat rises, it can be hard to relax. Sleep becomes elusive, your skin feels sticky, and your usual routine might go out the window. But with a few simple tricks, you can stay cool, calm and collected, even on the hottest summer days.
Here are some practical, tried-and-tested ways to beat the heat – and a few soothing scents to help you unwind once the sun sets.
1. Pop Your Pillowcase and Pyjamas in the Freezer
It might sound odd but placing your pillowcase or pyjamas in a plastic bag and popping them in the freezer for 30 minutes before bed can make a world of difference. The chilled fabric helps cool your skin and ease you into sleep, especially when paired with a fan or open window.
2. Turn Your Hot Water Bottle into a Cool Pack
Your hot water bottle doesn’t have to stay tucked away until winter. In summer, it can double as a cooling comfort. Fill it halfway with cold water, gently squeeze out the air, then place it in the fridge for a couple of hours. Rest it on your feet, back or neck to help lower your body temperature and soothe overheated skin, with no risk of damaging the bottle.
3. Keep After Sun and Skincare in the Fridge
Products like pure shea butter, body lotion, or even a body oil feel incredibly refreshing when stored in the fridge. Not only does the cooler temperature soothe hot, irritated skin, but it also gives you an instant pick-me-up during long, sticky afternoons.
4. Shut the Curtains (and the Sun Out)
Keep blinds or curtains closed during the day to block out direct sunlight and keep your space cooler. Light-coloured blackout curtains or thermal linings work especially well to reduce heat buildup in rooms that catch the sun.
6. Relax with Cooling, Calming Scents
When you’re feeling drained by the heat, scent can be a subtle but powerful way to reset and unwind.
Calming fragrances like lavender, chamomile, and eucalyptus are ideal for summer evenings. They help balance the intensity of the day and prepare your body and mind for rest. At Valentte, our Lavender diffuser is a summer favourite – bringing a fresh yet soothing feel to your home after a long day in the sun.
You could also light a natural candle in your chosen scent, spritz your space with a room mist, or use our skincare to combine hydration with gentle aromatherapy. It’s the perfect way to wind down while keeping things cool and light.
5. Hydrate Creatively
Staying hydrated is crucial, but you can make it more enjoyable with naturally infused water. Add slices of cucumber, lemon, mint or berries to your bottle for a refreshing twist that encourages you to sip more often throughout the day.
Unwind, Even When It’s Hot
Summer might be full of sunshine and energy, but you still deserve moments of calm. With a few clever cooling tricks and the right scents, you can enjoy the season without letting the heat get in your way.
Discover our naturally calming home fragrances and skincare to help you relax – whatever the weather. Shop our summer essentials here.
Top Tips on How to Cool Down and Unwind When It’s Hot
When the heat rises, it can be hard to relax. Sleep becomes elusive, your skin feels sticky, and your usual routine might go out the window. But with a few simple tricks, you can stay cool, calm and collected, even on the hottest summer days.
Here are some practical, tried-and-tested ways to beat the heat – and a few soothing scents to help you unwind once the sun sets.
1. Pop Your Pillowcase and Pyjamas in the Freezer
It might sound odd but placing your pillowcase or pyjamas in a plastic bag and popping them in the freezer for 30 minutes before bed can make a world of difference. The chilled fabric helps cool your skin and ease you into sleep, especially when paired with a fan or open window.
2. Turn Your Hot Water Bottle into a Cool Pack
Your hot water bottle doesn’t have to stay tucked away until winter. In summer, it can double as a cooling comfort. Fill it halfway with cold water, gently squeeze out the air, then place it in the fridge for a couple of hours. Rest it on your feet, back or neck to help lower your body temperature and soothe overheated skin, with no risk of damaging the bottle.
3. Keep After Sun and Skincare in the Fridge
Products like pure shea butter, body lotion, or even a body oil feel incredibly refreshing when stored in the fridge. Not only does the cooler temperature soothe hot, irritated skin, but it also gives you an instant pick-me-up during long, sticky afternoons.
4. Shut the Curtains (and the Sun Out)
Keep blinds or curtains closed during the day to block out direct sunlight and keep your space cooler. Light-coloured blackout curtains or thermal linings work especially well to reduce heat buildup in rooms that catch the sun.
5. Hydrate Creatively
Staying hydrated is crucial, but you can make it more enjoyable with naturally infused water. Add slices of cucumber, lemon, mint or berries to your bottle for a refreshing twist that encourages you to sip more often throughout the day.
6. Relax with Cooling, Calming Scents
When you’re feeling drained by the heat, scent can be a subtle but powerful way to reset and unwind.
Calming fragrances like lavender, chamomile, and eucalyptus are ideal for summer evenings. They help balance the intensity of the day and prepare your body and mind for rest. At Valentte, our Lavender diffuser is a summer favourite – bringing a fresh yet soothing feel to your home after a long day in the sun.
You could also light a natural candle in your chosen scent, spritz your space with a room mist, or use our skincare to combine hydration with gentle aromatherapy. It’s the perfect way to wind down while keeping things cool and light.
Unwind, Even When It’s Hot
Summer might be full of sunshine and energy, but you still deserve moments of calm. With a few clever cooling tricks and the right scents, you can enjoy the season without letting the heat get in your way.
Discover our naturally calming home fragrances and skincare to help you relax – whatever the weather. Shop our summer essentials here.
