Ten from Two: Top Sleep and Beauty Tips from the Experts

Bob Hickman, United Feather & Down'sSenior Vice Present of Sales and Marketing, and Neil A. Petrocelli, Borghese,Inc.'s Vice President of Marketing, list their top sleep and beauty tips.1. Aloe vera gel penetrates skin almost four times faster than water, and itssuper emollient qualities help it moisturize the under layers of skin. Aloetreated bedding is kind to your skin to help you awaken refreshed andrejuvenated.2. Choose the right pillow to fit your sleep style. A quality pillow isconstructed to fit either a side sleeper, back sleeper or stomach sleeper andthe right pillow can make a world of difference for getting a satisfying andfull night's rest.3. Try to get to bed at the same time every night. This keeps your body in theproper rhythm to obtain a full, good night's rest. This is because humans havean inbuilt body clock called the circadian rhythm. Controlled by hypothalamusat the base of the brain, it governs the body's daily alternation betweensleep and wakefulness.4. Night cremes concentrate on repairing, refreshing and rejuvenating what wasdamaged during the day's exposure to sun, environmental factors and simplestress. They can help improve skin tone and color, reduce blemishes andhydrate and rejuvenate the skin. Moisturizing creams rich in natural, soothingbotanicals are gentler for your skin. Giving your self an "overnight facial"is a great way to wake up feeling refreshed and looking younger.5. The area around your eyes doesn't contain oil-producing glands, so payspecial attention to this sensitive area by gently applying a soothing,botanical eye cream to help prevent fine lines and dark circles.6. The right mattress pad can help extend the life of your mattress andbedding, and provide extra support to help you get a better night's sleep.When constructed with the right fibers and fabrics, a proper mattress padpromotes breathability, or proper air-flow to help moderate body temperature,improve moisture management and wick excessive moisture away.7. Night time is the best time to practice a skin care regimen focused onrepair and refreshment, because in the quiet of your bedroom, you are freefrom stress, sun and environmental factors that can cause premature aging.8. A good night's sleep isn't important only for beauty, but also for betterhealth. Your immune system benefits as well. Rapid-Eye-Movement or REM sleephelps the body and the immune system recharge and repair cell damage from theday's stressors and activities.9. Body temperature is important when you sleep, so selecting the rightbedding is important. When selecting down, premium, quality larger downclusters provide a higher fill power that will trap more air for lighter,softer loft and warmth in a comforter; and in a pillow, superior loft andadjustable comfort. Consider the construction of the comforter or pillow, typeof fabric and the thread count.10. Allergies can keep a person awake at night. The proper hypoallergenicbedding will help lessen the possibility of an allergic reaction or response.United Feather & Down's Freshness Assured(R) guarantee is a proprietary15-step cleaning process that ensures all our Down and Feather blends arehypoallergenic, the cleanest, freshest product available.About United Feather & DownFounded in 1797, United Feather & Down is a family-owned manufacturer andmarketer of innovative bedding products for the consumer and hospitalityindustries. The company's unparalleled experience as a premier purveyor ofquality down and reputation for value and innovation is evident in its widearray of home products and filling materials. For more information aboutUnited Feather & Down, log on to http://www.ufandd.com, e-mail info@ufandd.comor call 847-296-6500.About BorgheseHeadquartered in New York, NY, Borghese is a worldwide leader in premiumskincare and cosmetics. Built on a heritage that dates back to the 14thcentury when people first sought the healing waters of the Tuscan Earth,Borghese was the first to respect the synergy between health and nature,luxury and science. Offering the consumer products that allow them to createtheir own sanctuary, a place to relax and feel revitalized, Borghese derivesinspiration from the lush mountains and aromas of Tuscany for a soothingatmosphere in your own private enclave. It's the beauty of Borghese. With itsrich Tuscan heritage attuned to all the pleasures of nature, all the luxury oftotal pampering. For more information please visit http://www.borghese.com.