As the heatwave continues, people in Britain are looking for ways to stay cool at night. Bedrooms can be very hot and sticky, making it hard to sleep. This leaves people feeling tired the next day. They want to find ways to cool down.

Many people try quick fixes to cool down, but some methods do not work as well as they think. Experts are warning that a popular bedtime routine can actually make people feel hotter.

Taking a shower before bed might not be the best way to cool down.

Nail Thompson, a manager at a luxury bathroom store, says people should take their shower earlier in the evening, not right before bed.

Here are some tips for cooling down during a heatwave at night.

Taking a shower one to two hours before sleep gives the body time to cool down and relax, making it easier to fall asleep.

Having a very cold shower before bed is not a good idea. The cold water can make the blood vessels near the skin get smaller. This can trap heat in the body instead of letting it out. Experts say people should take a cool or lukewarm shower instead.

This kind of shower can help lower the body temperature without causing a shock. Experts recommend taking a cool shower to cool down.

Nail Thompson also says that people should not take the coldest shower possible. Instead, they should finish their shower with cooler water on their wrists, neck, ankles, and the backs of their knees.

These areas are very sensitive to temperature changes, so cooling them down can make people feel refreshed without the shock of a cold shower.

Taking a shower at the wrong time can make sleep worse.

Nail Thompson also suggests putting fresh herbs like mint, rosemary, or eucalyptus in the bathroom to make the shower feel more refreshing.

The steam from the shower can release the natural fragrances of the herbs, making the bathroom feel like a spa. Nail says eucalyptus is a classic choice, but mint is better for summer because it smells fresh and invigorating.

Nail added that some plants, like ferns, peace lilies, and spider plants, can thrive in bathroom environments.

These plants can help absorb humidity and make the bathroom feel more connected to the outdoors, even if they do not lower the temperature.