I have trouble sleeping - here are 10 products that helped me get a good night's rest
Ever have those moments where you're in bed, staring at the ceiling, pretend-counting stars till you fall asleep? Yeah, that's me every night.
From overthinking the day's events to planning my next appointments, my brain's always abuzz past midnight, and I constantly wake up feeling tired or sapped of energy.
Luckily, I've been able to test some amazing product s recently that have eased my sleeplessness and given me back that energy I need to make it through the day. Here are seven products I swear by to help me sleep — and why you should try them, too.
Elemind
I've always been skeptical of devices that can reportedly put you to sleep within minutes — but yes, this device does exactly that.
Elemind Tech created a wearable that responds to your individual brain waves with auditory stimulation, designed to make you doze off.
I tried it myself and fell asleep within five minutes — and it was still bright outside.
The wearable is comfortable, and you can change positions easily while you sleep as well. The companion app keeps track of your sleep stages, giving you an inside look into your sleep schedule.
$349 Shop
Moon Juice
The Sleepy Magnesi-OM supplement in tea or water is just what you need for a good night's sleep.
It packs Phytomelatonin, which increases the duration of your sleep; Magnesium, which supports the body's stress response; and of course, L-Theanine, known to reduce stress and improve sleep quality.
You'll wake up feeling refreshed without the lethargy.
$44 Shop
Hatch Restore 3
This is not just a sunrise alarm clock, it's a sleep machine — really.
You can create bedtime and wake-up routines, and have your Hatch cue your favorite sleep sounds for a restful night — and you can choose from over 80 sounds too.
The gentle wake sunrise alarm clock feature also makes sure you're refreshed and ready to take on the day ahead.
There's even a built-in nightlight, which is super useful for me so I don't trip on the way back from the bathroom in the middle of the night.
$169.99 Shop
Apollo Neuro
I first tried Apollo Neuro when I was suffering from terrible anxiety from my long COVID symptoms — and it truly was a game changer.
The wearable delivers calming vibrations to your vagus nerve to relax and calm your body and your mind. I wore it on my wrist and sometimes around my ankle when I wanted to be more discreet.
I also used it to stay asleep and gain deeper sleep overnight. It's really easy to use, and the free companion app helps you sleep track too.
$349 Shop
Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Eyemask
I like using sleep masks as they block out all the light around me, especially in the summer when the sun rises way too early for my liking.
This mask from Brooklinen has a satin feel and sits comfortably over my eyes. I have it in both black and celestial and love that it's durable, comfortable, and blocks out all the light around me.
I also love that it's machine washable because you know I constantly get my leftover eye makeup on it.
$29.75 (15% off) Shop
Cozy Earth Bamboo Viscose Comforter
Hear me out, yes this is an expensive comforter, but yes — it really is perfect for hot sleepers.
I've had mine for over two years now and refuse to sleep in anything else. It's just thick enough to provide me comfort, and is so cool to the touch, I never sleep hot anymore.
It's made from bamboo viscose and even features snap closures so you can pair it with your favorite duvet cover.
It's extremely popular, with a 4.9-star rating on the site, and right now you can snag it for a neat 30 percent off.
$355 (30% off) Shop
Loop Quiet Earplugs
Feel like you're in your own bubble with the Loop Quiet 2.
They're comfortable for all-night wear and come in four colors.
They reduce sound by 24 dB, zoning out those incessant background noises like the cars driving outside your window or the whirring of your AC or fan.
$24.95 Shop
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