Found in Issue No. 305
The 10 Best Sleep Aids For A Restful Nights’ Sleep
- Edited by
- Lauren Murdoch-Smith
If you don’t sleep as much as you want but quality of rest is still important, Simba has the mattress upgrade you’ve been waiting for. This Hybrid design features cooling foam, pressure relief and full-body support.
Drink this highly absorbable ionic liquid magnesium before bed and you’ll begin to benefit from a restful night. Simply build up to drinking just two pumps, added to a citrus flavoured or hot drink to balance out the bitterness, and get ready to embrace brighter mornings.
There’s nothing crueller than a jarring alarm clock to wake you from a deep sleep, so consider instead a design that mimics sunrise to gently wake you over 30 minutes before the time you need your alarm to go off. You can also choose soothing sounds and different light levels to customise your wake-up.
A warm bath has always been recommended to help wind down and naturally prepare for bed – and this magnesium salt-rich soak supports muscle relaxation and nervous system activity thanks to its transdermal absorption. Its Neroli, Chamomile, Lavender and Frankincense fragrance not only smells heavenly, but the blend helps lower the stress hormone cortisol. Simply use 60 to 90 minutes before bed for 20 minutes, ideally in a bath between 37 to 40°C.
Among many other benefits, using an LED panel can help regulate your circadian rhythm for a more restorative sleep. With 256 lamp beads and five wavelengths, place this LED panel close to your face 10 to 15 minutes before bed.
If you love essential oils and you’re looking for a new sleep hack to try, pop one of Ross J Barr’s patches on each temple before bed, and massage for a couple of minutes to release the sleep-inducing herbs.
Using three scientifically proven soothing vibration patterns that help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, this mask also provides 100% blackout for an optimum sleeping environment.
The latest supplements from probiotic brand Seed work with your body and microbiome to work on supporting your natural sleep patterns. The outer part of the capsule gives you a bioidentical melatonin pattern with ashwagandha to calm and relax, while the inner capsule helps reset circadian rhythm with pre and postbiotics. Take consistently half an hour to an hour before bed and the benefits build up over time to help you fall and stay asleep.
Creating the perfect sleep environment can help you drift off, and Dyson’s Hot+Cool HP1 purifier projects an airflow into your room, making it warmer or cooler depending on your needs. It will also automatically purify the air, removing any allergens and pollutants and eliminating any irritations so as not to disturb.
Want a good night’s sleep but without feeling groggy in the morning? Sleep Tight Plus capsules from Victoria Health’s Dose range will help you relax and reduce fatigue while supporting longer sleep. The tart cherries ingredient provides magnesium and naturally occurring melatonin to encourage sleep, while a blend of calming passion flower and oatstraw helps you drift off.