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eucalyptus sheets
What is Tencel? The Natural Eucalyptus Fiber Has Roots in Fashion
Though countless have heard the term, many still wonder: "What is Tencel?" Tencel -- also known in its unbranded form as lyocell -- is an eco-friendly fiber derived from the eucalyptus tree, popula...

sustainability
Need an Alternative to Bamboo Sheets? Try Eco-Friendly Tencel Sheets
Buyers everywhere are seeking eco-friendly, sustainable alternatives to cotton, linen and other water and land-intensive fibers. Thoughtful consumers have begun to shift away from cotton and linen ...

hot sleeper
Tips for Staying Cool on Hot Summer Nights Without Air Conditioning | Beat the Heat and Sleep Better
Hot summer nights can make it challenging to get a good night's sleep, especially if you don't have air conditioning. The ideal temperature for sleeping is around 65 degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees ...

hot sleeper
The Effects of Climate Change on Sleep: How Climate Affects Your Rest
As the global population braces for additional changes in climate over the next several decades, many have wondered how these changes might affect human health. Naturally, the conversation quickly ...

sustainability
Why Tencel is Better for the Environment than Cotton and Linen
While flax, cotton and other celluloid fibers used for bedsheets, clothing and curtains are all fairly sustainable, tencel repeatedly comes out on top. Each of the three is drought-tolerant, but te...

sustainability
Three Ways in Which Cotton Harms the Environment
Three Ways in Which Cotton Harms the Environment Fashion designers, environmentalists and business ethicists alike have all decried cotton in recent years because of its harmful effects on the envi...

sleep hacks
The Best Pillowcase for Wrinkle Prevention: The Ultimate Guide [+ Expert Tips]
In the pursuit of youthful and radiant skin, many of us invest in expensive skincare products and treatments. However, we often overlook a simple yet effective solution that can help prevent wrink...

sleep hacks
The Impact of Non-Stop Connectivity on Sleep: How to Find Quality Rest in a Connected World
In recent months, many Americans have found quality sleep even more elusive than years prior. Our increasingly non-stop connectivity has sabotaged our collective ability to unplug and decompress, ...

sleep hacks
Top 9 Tips for Making Your Bedroom Hypoallergenic: Create an Allergy-Free Haven
While many people think about how peaceful a bedroom feels, little consideration is given to how hypoallergenic it space is. Yet, more than 50 million Americans experienced various types of aller...