Living with Allergies

Discover practical advice, tips, and strategies for living well with allergies so you can Zeize the Day™. From understanding triggers and managing symptoms, to creating allergen-free environments at home, our resources are here to help you take control of your allergy journey.

Allergies at Night: Causes and Prevention

Allergies are a reaction to something in your environment, like pollen, pet dander, or dust¹. So, what is causing your allergies to get worse at night?

Night time allergies symptoms can be uncomfortable, but there are several ways to prevent them and reduce exposure.

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It’s not uncommon to feel your allergies get worse at night. Airborne allergens, which trigger night time symptoms, can settle and concentrate in your bedroom during the day and are then released into the air as you get ready for bed at night². These allergens can also be brought into the bedroom through open doors and windows or get carried in on your clothes.

To determine what might be causing your night time allergy symptoms—like an itchy throat, sneezing, runny nose, or itchy nose—think about where you might be encountering common allergens throughout your nightly routine.

Allergies at Night: CausesEmpty heading

Allergy symptoms often present themselves shortly after an allergen encounter. There are a few common triggers of night time allergy symptoms:

Dust MitesEmpty heading

Dust mites, which are often found in house dust, are microscopic creatures that thrive in warm, humid environments. These mites are the most common cause of indoor allergies³. Bedding, carpets, upholstered furniture and other common bedroom fixtures make the perfect hiding place for them.

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House dust usually contains tiny particles of indoor and outdoor allergens, including pollen, cleaning detergents, material fibers and dead skin cells that attract dust mites⁴.

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Pet dander is made up of tiny flakes of skin that are shed by animals⁵. Even if you don’t allow your pets in the bedroom, dander can still come in on your clothes or through the air.

PollenEmpty heading

Pollen is a fine powder of particles released by plants, which can enter your bedroom through open windows or stick to your skin, hair and clothes.

Mold sporesEmpty heading

Mold spores are tiny particles that are produced by mold, but float in the air like pollen. Mold can grow in damp areas of your home, such as bathrooms and kitchens, and its spores are a common cause of indoor allergies, particularly during the winter.