These Award-Winning Sleep Products Will Give You Your Best Night's Rest
If you’re not feeling completely rested today, you’re in good (if tired!) company. In a recent survey by our partner the Good Housekeeping Institute, 76 percent of respondents didn’t sleep well. So we asked the Good Housekeeping Wellness Lab to test and recommend products designed to promote healthy sleep. The 23 varied items they came back with can help you drift off faster, sleep more restfully, and wake up happier.
Bucky
amazon.com
$12.00
GH Lab testers especially liked the molded-cup design because there’s no pressure against the eye-you can even blink while wearing it. It’s lightweight with comfortable fabric (which comes in a variety of colors and prints) and an adjustable strap. And of course it genuinely keeps out the light!
Lunaguard
amazon.com
$24.13
This thin mouth guard is designed to reduce pressure from grinding. You can get a custom fit by softening it in hot (but not boiling) water and biting into the plastic for five minutes. It took some testers a few tries to get it exactly right, but you can remold it up to 20 times.
Cheribundi
amazon.com
$28.02
Tart cherries provide a slew of phenolic compounds associated with melatonin production, which research has linked to boosting zzz’s. Keep in mind that juices-even ones like this with stevia in place of sugar-are concentrated sources of sugar (25 g per 8-oz cup).
Country Spoon
amazon.com
$18.98
If you’re sensitive to sugar late at night, you can still get the sleep-inducing benefits of tart cherries by turning to the higher-fiber whole-fruit alternative: The unsweetened dried version is delicious on cereals, in baked goods, and on yogurt too.
Yogi
amazon.com
$23.88
Research has shown that ginger offers multiple digestive benefits, since it acts on the parts of your GI tract responsible for feelings of nausea and stomach upset. Plus, it can help move food from the stomach to the small intestine for digestion and absorption, which may support falling asleep more quickly.
Pukka Herbal Teas
amazon.com
$6.78
If ginger’s not your bag, try a caffeine-free blend like this one with chamomile, vanilla, and manuka honey. The honey lends it a slight sweetness as it winds you down with chamomile, an herb that has been linked to calming properties that may summon sleep sooner.
lusome.com
$64.00
Perfect for those who sweat at night, this moisture-wicking fabric was a top performer in Lab tests: It absorbed the liquid solution quickly and dried fast. Testers praised the soft fabric and said the pajamas helped keep them cooler while they slept.
Bose
amazon.com
$249.00
These buds are preloaded with soothing sounds that can play in your ears all night. Choose from the rustle of leaves, the flowing of a gentle stream, and eight others. They pair with a phone but don’t have to be super close to it, so you can leave it in another room.
Bedgear
bedgear.com
$1649.00
This innovative bed-in-a-box makes sure you get your personal best firmness level to keep your body aligned as you sleep-and you can choose a different level than your partner. The innersprings on each side can be removed or replaced with firmer or softer options. Testers said the modular design made setup easy, and you can try it out for 100 nights.
Aller-Ease
amazon.com
$39.24
The fabric is tightly woven to keep dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and other household allergens from accumulating in your mattress and pillows. In Lab tests, both protectors washed well without shrinkage or damage.
Coop Home Goods
amazon.com
$59.99
No matter what position you sleep in, your pillow should help keep your head, neck, and spine aligned. Fill can be added to this pillow (it comes with extra) or removed from it for personalized support. The cover is machine-washable, and because the foam is certified by CertiPURUS, you can know it’s been made without the use of known harmful chemicals.
Fishers Finery
amazon.com
$43.99
A silk pillowcase is your beauty-sleep secret weapon. Friction from tossing and turning causes creases in the skin, but sleeping on a silky-smooth surface can reduce this in the long run. Silk also helps regulate your body temperature. This case was a winner across Lab and consumer testing.
Much about sheets (texture, pattern) is a matter of personal preference, but the fact that you can be confident in what you’re getting makes these a winner: The pima cotton fabric is DNAtested to ensure that the fiber you’ve paid for is there. Strong and pill resistant, it was also a top performer in GH Lab evaluations, and our testing panel said it was soft and felt great.
Smart Nora
amazon.com
$359
This clever product is a pillow insert that detects snoring sounds and then gently moves your pillow to help you breathe normally again. The brand offers a 30-night trial so snorers can try it out to see if it’s the right solution for them
Sleep Number
sleepnumber.com
$159.99
Experts refer to the serotonin-increasing pressure from weighted blankets as “deep-pressure therapy,” and our testers swear it helps them stress less and get extra sleep. This one is filled with evenly distributed glass pellets; the cover, made of cozy microfiber, can be removed and machine-washed. It’s available in 15-, 20-, and 25-pound options (the goal: roughly 10% of your body weight).
$409
If your home has mold or mildew from excess moisture, it may be difficult to breathe at night. A dehumidifier can mitigate that, and this winner is powerful but relatively quiet as well as easy to use and refill.
Honeywell
amazon.com
$62.93
For rooms that need more moisture to keep sleep interrupting congestion at bay, this quiet option is easy to use, move, and clean. The UV light inside is meant to stop the spread of germs that can accumulate in water tanks.
Marpac
amazon.com
$44.95
This sleek sound machine can help drown out passing cars or chirping birds as you drift off. Testers appreciated its simplicity: Just plug it in and twist to adjust its soothing white noise to your preferred volume.
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blindsgalore.com
$102.00
These shades, which come in 21 colors and patterns, are backed by blackout fabric that truly keeps the light out. You can get free fabric samples before you commit, and there are several mounting and cord options to choose from.
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Testers liked the sleep section on this guided meditation app, which incorporates sound and visualizations to encourage relaxation. There are free nightly “Sleepcasts,” but a subscription is required for most of the meditations.
Try this app to find the best sound to help you fall asleep. You can choose and mix your own combo of up to eight sounds to play before you fall asleep and adjust how prominently you’d like to hear each. You’ll want to keep your phone plugged in near your bed if you listen for very long, because it does use battery life.
Scroll through a super-simple interface to choose the right combination of sounds to help you fall asleep. You can save and name your favorite combos and set a timer so the soothing noises will play as long as you want.
These Award-Winning Sleep Products Will Give You Your Best Night's Rest
If you’re not feeling completely rested today, you’re in good (if tired!) company. In a recent survey by our partner the Good Housekeeping Institute, 76 percent of respondents didn’t sleep well. So we asked the Good Housekeeping Wellness Lab to test and recommend products designed to promote healthy sleep. The 23 varied items they came back with can help you drift off faster, sleep more restfully, and wake up happier.
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