Next self tan sheet protector
- Colourways: Black
- Size: 215cm x 135cm
- Why we love it
- Comfortable
- Silky finish
- Doesn’t stain sheets
Design
Next’s sheet protector is essentially a silky, slimmed-down sleeping bag made from polyester. A lot wider than other more claustrophobic protector sheets I’ve tried, the double-sized design covers most of a double bed. Featuring a handy slot for your pillow that prevents transfer from your face and neck, there’s also additional fabric to fold over your duvet if you sleep with your arms out. After applying my favourite Bare by Vogue clear mousse (£18, Debenhams.com), I simply slip into the bag (no duvet was even necessary in the midst of summer) and secure myself in with one popper on each side.
Results
Even though I’m a relatively fussy sleeper, I find the sheet protector surprisingly comfortable and cocooning. The roomy design means there’s plenty of space for tossing and turning during the night, while the polyester, silk-effect fabrication feels cool on my skin (a blessing during a heatwave).
Peeling away the sheet in the morning, I find no traces of tan on my sheets. Best of all, after showering to wash away any residue, my tan has developed much more deeply than it would sans the protector.
The sheet is only really necessary after a first application of tan, to avoid initial residue transferring onto your sheets, but if you’re very protective of your sheets, there’s no reason why you can’t use the sleeping bag throughout the week, as your tan slowly fades.
Next’s sheet also comes with a drawstring bag for storage between uses – plus, it’s machine-washable, making it easy to keep clean after every use.
