9 Products to Help You Fall Asleep Faster & Better
Eight hours of peaceful, uninterrupted sleep is the goal. But, if I’m being completely honest, with some of the current events going on around us, it can be hard to fall asleep and stay asleep at night. Here’s some good news, though: With a few smart purchases, you can completely change your bedtime routine from an anxious overload to a blissful night’s sleep. Here are 10 products that will give you the best night’s sleep ever.
1. A bath bomb
LushFirst things first, it’s important to relax before bedtime. This Deep Sleep bath bomb is a triple-hit of sleepy delights, with lavender flowers, lavender oil, and lavender absolute. Its hypnotic blend of soothing floral scents will ease your mind, so you can rest easy before sinking into a deep sleep.
Shop Now: $8.95; lushusa.com
2. A pair of cozy pajamas
J.CrewPicking out the right pajamas is key to a peaceful night’s sleep. This dreamy cotton pajama set is lightweight, soft to the touch, and breathable, making it the perfect choice for bedtime. Plus, they have a bit of stretch, so they’ll be extra comfortable while sleeping.
Shop Now: $88.00; jcrew.com
3. A fluffy robe
SnoweThere's nothing cozier than a fuzzy robe. This classic robe is luxurious and provides all the amenities of that swanky hotel robe you’ve always dreamed of. The best part? It’s seriously soft.
Shop Now: $100.00; snowehome.com
4. A weighted blanket
AmazonIt’s true what they say about weighted blankets: The deep pressure you feel from being under all of that weight has a calming effect. With this weighted blanket, you’ll have a deeper, more restful sleep.
Shop Now: $62.90; amazon.com
5. A dreamy pillow spray
AmazonThis Deep Sleep Pillow Spray intoxicating blend of lavender, vetivert, and chamomile is unbelievably soothing. Spritz some on your pillow before bed, so you’ll be relaxed and ready to drift off to sleep.
Shop Now: $23.00; amazon.com
6. A set of cooling sheets
Slumber CloudSoft, cool, and perfectly weighted, the Stratus Sheet Set creates the ideal conditions for cooler, deeper sleep, so you won’t have to worry about overheating ending your good night’s rest.
Shop Now: $184.00; slumbercloud.com
7. A little bit of ambient noise
AmazonA good ambient sound machine will do wonders to mask sounds that could potentially disturb your sleep. This Lectrofan High Fidelity Noise Machine is powerful despite its small size and has 20 unique, non-looping sounds and a range of volume levels.
Shop Now: $49.95; amazon.com
8. A humidifier
AmazonHumidifiers keep your bedroom’s air from getting super dry, which helps you breathe easier while you sleep. The Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier is a great choice for your bedroom, especially since its noise is still minimal even at the highest of the three settings.
Shop Now: $72.00; amazon.com
9. A weighted eye mask
Bed Bath & BeyondBeyond the weighted blanket, you should also consider using a weighted eye mask, like this Therapedic® Weighted Eye Mask. They are great for soothing headaches and sinus pressure, so you can rest soundly.
Shop Now: $14.99; bedbathandbeyond.com
Good night and sleep tight!
Emily Veith (Cal Poly ‘17)
Emily Veith (Cal Poly ‘17)
Emily Veith was previously the Branded Content Copywriter at Her Campus, where she works to create fun and engaging native editorial and social content. Emily has also authored political articles for Restless Magazine and numerous inspirational and empowering pieces for Project Wednesday. When she isn't writing, she can be found flying off to her next adventure, attempting new recipes, listening to one of her infinite playlists on Spotify, or cuddling with her dogs. You can follow her on Instagram and Twitter @emilycveith.
