There is, of course, much advice out there when it comes to sleep hygiene. The NHS advises a good sleep routine that incorporates relaxation prior to bedtime, avoiding electronic devices an hour before bed, guided meditation, and the right environment (dark enough, quiet enough, cool enough).
But what if you’ve tried all of these things and sleep still eludes you? Time, then, to turn to an arsenal of tools that many swear by. These are the ones we rate.
Sweet Bee Organics
Sweet Sleep Magnesium Butter, £26.99
Have you, like us, seen blissfully contented people rubbing this formula into the soles of their feet all over your social media of late? Well, we took the plunge and gave it a go – and reader, it works. A topical magnesium product designed to support relaxation before bed, it helps ease muscle tension while the lavender-leaning scent nudges you towards wind-down mode. Particularly appealing if you prefer not to take supplements orally – and a lovely massage-lite ritual just before bed too. Buy it.
Snoozeband
Snoozeband™ Silk - Sleep Mask with Headphones, £99
Does a meditation help you when you struggle to float away into the land of nod? Time, then, to meet this clever hybrid: blackout eye mask meets ultra-flat headphones. Ideal for guided meditations, sleep stories or white noise without disturbing a partner. The silk finish keeps things comfortable for side sleepers. Buy it.
Morphée
Morphée, £63.71
Warming to our theme, here is another screen-free meditation device preloaded with hundreds of sleep sessions, from breathing exercises to visualisations. A perfect way to banish maddening distractions in the form of notifications and blue light. Instead? Simple, analogue calm for overstimulated brains. Buy it.
Simba
Body Pillow, £109
If you’re a side sleeper, chronic duvet wriggler or someone who wakes up feeling faintly pretzel-shaped, a full-length body pillow can be genuinely transformative. This one offers proper support for hips, knees and back, encouraging better alignment without feeling bulky. Not glamorous but genuinely effective. Buy it.
Snooze Therapy
Handheld Sleep Aid Device, £34.99
File under: slightly left-field but surprisingly soothing. This handheld device uses gentle sensory cues intended to promote relaxation – something to focus on when your brain insists on replaying tomorrow’s to-do list at 2am. Not a miracle worker, but a helpful extra nudge towards sleep for some. Buy it.
Neom
Perfect Night's Sleep Pod Starter Pack, £100
If scent helps signal bedtime for you, this diffuser-and-mist pairing is one of the nicest around. Neom’s lavender-forward blends are specifically formulated for sleep, and the ritual of switching it on can itself become a cue to wind down. Spa-adjacent calm without leaving the house: bliss. Buy it.
Wild Nutrition
Food-Grown® Magnesium, £20.50
Sometimes the simplest option is the most effective. Magnesium is widely associated with relaxation and sleep support, and this food-grown formulation has built a loyal following for being gentle on the stomach. Worth considering if stress or muscle tension tend to derail your nights – plus, it’s a non-negotiable if you suffer from restless legs. Buy it.
Loop Ear Plugs
Loop Quiet 2, £19.95
City noise, snoring partners, early-rising birds – modern sleep has plenty working against it. These reusable earplugs soften rather than completely block sound, which many people find more comfortable than total silence. Discreet, effective and far more stylish than the neon foam versions. Buy it.
Kind Patches
Dream Patches – Magnesium, £12
If you like your wellness fixes fuss-free, these slow-release magnesium patches are about as easy as it gets. Stick one on before bed and forget about it. A low-effort addition to a wind-down routine. Buy it.
Diome
Rested, £60
For those inclined towards a more comprehensive supplement approach, this blend combines adaptogens, minerals and botanicals aimed at supporting both sleep onset and quality. Not an overnight fix, but helpful to keep in your sleep kit if your sleep challenges are ongoing rather than occasional. Buy it.
