Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Senior Sleep staff Writer

Ruth is a staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things mattress and sleep. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. At Tom’s Guide she writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of specialists who share her passion. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.

Latest articles by Ruth Jones

A woman lying on her back wearing an eye mask wakes up after a bad night's sleep on an unsupportive mattress

5 signs you should be sleeping on a firm mattress, not a soft bed

By Ruth Jones published

Soft beds offer sink-in comfort, but when is the increased support of a firm mattress right for you? Here's how to tell...

Mattresses
A woman wakes up and stretches in bed after enjoying a good night's sleep

Sleep for longer — the 3 best tips I've learned for getting more sleep at night

By Ruth Jones published

If you're wondering how to sleep for longer these simple tips are the best things I've learnt since working as a sleep writer.

Sleep
The Emma Lite Mattress in a bedroom

Emma launches new cheap hybrid mattress — and it's just £404 for a super king

By Ruth Jones published

Emma Sleep has introduced an affordable mattress to its impressive sleep suite, and it starts at just £197. From price, design and comfort, here's everything you need to know about the Emma Lite.

Mattresses
Image shows the Simba Escape Mattress in a neutral, well-lit bedroom

I slept on the new Simba Earth Escape mattress for 3 weeks — is it worth it?

By Ruth Jones published

I've been sleeping on the Simba Earth Escape mattress to see if 'eco-conscious comfort' is possible.

Mattresses
A woman with brown hair lies in bed with her hands over her face wondering why she can't sleep at night

Survey reveals how sleep deprivation ages your face — with AI-generated images

By Ruth Jones published

Using AI-generated images, a recent survey has revealed why a good night's sleep might be the best skincare routine around.

Sleep Problems
A woman is lying in bed blowing her nose as she struggles to sleep because she has allergies

Showering before bed helps you fall asleep fast during allergy season — here's why

By Ruth Jones published

If blocked sinuses and itchy eyes are stopping you from falling asleep fast, tweaking your nighttime routine can help — here's how.

Sleep
A woman who has just gotten out of the shower sits on her mattress and dries her hair

Here's why you shouldn't go to bed with wet hair

By Ruth Jones last updated

Damp can cause all kinds of problems for your mattress and pillows – here's what you can do about it

Mattress Care
man waking up and rubbing his eyes

New survey reveals how light disrupts our sleep

By Ruth Jones last updated

New survey looks at the common sources of light pollution in and out of the bedroom and how they affect your sleep.

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