Anti-Aging and Deep Sleep: The Night Routine That Changed Everything

I used to stay up way too late, scrolling through reels, sipping on red wine after a long day…stressing, or trying to catch up on a million things I didn’t finish during the day—then wonder why I felt like a zombie in the morning. Sound familiar? These days, I’ve completely flipped that script. I crave my night routine because it’s honestly my secret weapon for better sleep, clearer skin, and actually having energy to crush life the next day. I’m gonna teach you how to act like an old lady - but look so much younger because of it right now ;)

Most nights start with a shower after I put my kids to bed, because mama’s hair gets washed every other night—and then I let it air dry because, let’s be real, ain’t nobody got time to blow dry unless it’s a special occasion. After I shower, I go straight into my non-toxic, anti-aging nighttime skincare routine that is different than my daytime skincare routine. It’s been a total game changer. This isn’t your typical “clean beauty” line that smells good but doesn’t do much. This stuff is clinically proven to hydrate, plump, smooth, and brighten overnight. My skin drinks it in. And the oil serum I use has a side benefit I didn’t expect—my brows and lashes are literally growing. Like real growth. I didn’t change anything else, so I know it’s the serum, and now I’m obsessed. You can check out my entire overnight skincare lineup, that’s only 4 steps, here.

Now, to work from the inside out, I take a few supplements that have made a big impact on my aging process. Here’s what’s working for me in my mid-40’s:

After dinner, I mix up my probiotic drink. This one’s a non-negotiable. It’s gentle, tasty, and keeps my digestion on track. Especially now that I’m in perimenopause, it helps keep my body’s pH balanced and my immune system strong. I can tell when I forget it—it makes that much of a difference. It’s all about the fiber to stay regular and the probiotics to keep EVERYTHING balanced, truly.

After my skincare routine and tucking the kids in around 8:30, I make my holy grail tea—a calming blend with a clinical dose of lemon balm and magnesium that helps relax my nervous system without using melatonin. I’m done with melatonin hangovers. This tea eases me to sleep naturally, and by the time I climb in bed, I’m out cold until my alarm goes off—no tossing, no 3AM wake-ups. This restorative sleeps help me feel better and look better because my body goes into Deep sleep more consistently when I drink this. Hello, cellular repair! PS: works at any bedtime if 8:30 is too early for you.

I take my customized vitamin pack at night too. It’s not only better for absorption, but it completely solved that queasy feeling I used to get from multivitamins in the morning. These are tailored to me personally, based on my needs, and they’re powered by Shaklee’s 110+ clinical studies and crazy strict quality standards. No fillers, no BS, and no more random Amazon vitamin orders that don’t even work. I used to waste money on “meh” supplements that never moved the needle. Now I get everything I need from one source, in pretty individual bag packaging easy for traveling with them, and it’s saving me time, money, and guesswork. You can take the free quiz (and upload your most recent bloodwork or doctor recs) to get yours here.

Then I grab my blank journal and write down a few wins from the day. Not a to-do list, not the five things I didn’t get done—just what went well. This simple practice rewires your brain to focus on progress and positivity instead of pressure. After that, I take a quick look at the next day’s agenda and create a simple to-do list so I’m not waking up frazzled and playing mental catch-up. I’m intentional about staying laser focused—for my kids, my business, and my peace.

Also, I just added something next level to my nightly routine—Vivix. This beauty isn’t just for energy and anti-aging, it works at the cellular level to support DNA repair, skin elasticity, inflammation reduction, and more. It’s clinically proven to protect and rejuvenate cells, which is huge for anyone wanting to glow up from the inside out. If you're curious, I’ve opened up a spot in my Vivix Test Group, where I’m sharing results and helping other women see what this powerhouse can really do.

Let’s create routines that serve us—not just soothe us. Want to follow along with how I do it daily? Come hang with me on Instagram: @jennifer_stawarz ✨