Ah, June. The days stretch long, the strawberries ripen, and the nights? Well, they turn into a bit of a cosmic sauna, don’t they? While the idea of summer conjures images of seaside getaways and rooftop cocktails, it also marks the start of a seasonal sleep struggle. Tossing and turning, sheets sticking to your legs, pillowcases that double as miniature radiators. Sound familiar?
But fear not, earthling. This guide is your ticket to sleep sanctuary, even when the mercury starts acting up like a solar flare.
Let’s start with a bit of sleep science. Dr Matthew Walker, the legendary neuroscientist and author of Why We Sleep, puts it simply: our bodies need to drop their core temperature by about one degree Celsius to initiate and maintain sleep. When your room feels like the inside of a greenhouse on Mars (pre terraforming, of course), your brain gets the wrong signals. Cue restless nights and morning grumps.
The Bedroom Battlefield: Winning the Heat War
The first mission? Kit out your bed for summer like you’re prepping a shuttle for atmospheric re entry.
Martian Made bedsheets crafted from breathable, natural fibres are your first line of defence. Look for materials like organic cotton or linen—light, airy, and moisture wicking. They let heat escape instead of trapping it like a grumpy lizard basking under a heat lamp. If you’re still clutching that winter tog duvet like it’s your childhood teddy, it might be time to retire it for the season. Opt for a lighter tog (4.5 is a sweet spot for most UK summers) or even a temperature regulating blanket that adapts as you do.
Our mattresses? Intergalactically good at keeping things cool. Engineered for airflow, they provide the support of a Martian robot valet with the breeziness of a London spring. No more flipping your pillow to the "cool side". The whole bed becomes the cool side.
The Airflow Equation
This one’s not rocket science, but it might as well be. You need to circulate air. Whether it’s a cleverly angled fan (bonus points for placing a frozen water bottle in front of it) or cracking open windows for a cross breeze, get that air moving. If you’re in a city and the idea of sleeping with an open window fills you with thoughts of foxes nicking your socks, invest in a silent fan. Some even come with sleep timers, so your room stays cool while you drift off.
For those really struggling, a quick rinse of your feet or wrists under cold water before bed can lower your body temperature just enough to nudge you into slumberland. It’s a trick older than Earth’s moon, but it works like a charm.
Planet Friendly Cool
Now, you might be thinking: "But isn’t running fans or buying new bedding a bit... anti sustainable?" Not if you do it the Martian Made way.
We believe function should never compromise fun or the planet. That’s why our products are built to last, with sustainable materials that are gentle on Earth but tough on sweaty sleep. Investing in quality sheets and breathable sleepwear means fewer replacements, less waste, and a better night’s rest. Good for you, stellar for the environment.
And let’s face it: no one dreams well on a bed of polyester and regret. Choosing items with purpose and character is a small act of rebellion against the bland and disposable.
Cosmic Sleep Hygiene (Minus the Lavender Oil Lecture)
Beyond the bedding, think about your pre bed ritual. Hot weather makes us cranky and sluggish, which means routines get sloppy. But a consistent wind down is crucial, especially when your internal thermostat is on the fritz.
Dim the lights. Swap screen scrolling for a bit of Asimov (or a cheeky Martian Made blog). Keep fluids up during the day, but go easy before bed unless you fancy midnight bathroom missions. And no, a cheeky G&T doesn’t count as hydration. Alcohol might make you drowsy, but it plays havoc with your sleep cycles. Save it for sundowners, not snoozers.
Also worth noting: cooling eye masks or chilled gel packs can work wonders. Pop one on your forehead and pretend you’re in a sci fi cryo chamber. Refreshing and theatrical. What’s not to love?
Dreams That Travel Light
June is when many start holidaying and poor sleep follows us abroad like clingy stardust. New beds, unfamiliar climates, rogue aircon units that sound like jet engines.
Travelling with a silk sleep mask or compact linen sheet from Martian Made gives you a piece of your cool home nest, wherever you land. Sleep isn’t about the scenery. It’s about the setup.
Final Descent: Wake Up Gloriously
A good night’s rest in summer isn’t about surviving the heat. It’s about creating a microclimate of calm and comfort, one that’s futureproofed, planet friendly, and utterly Martian in its brilliance. Whether you’re working from home, hosting summer soirées, or just trying to watch Love Island without nodding off, proper sleep is your secret superpower.
So here’s your mission: beat the heat with clever kit, cool rituals, and a wink of Martian mischief. Your best dreams await, and they’re not the sweaty sort.
Sleep tight. Stay cool. See you in the stars.