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If You Want Better Sleep, You'll Probably Love These 38 Things On Amazon

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by Rebecca Martinson
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Take it from someone who wakes up consistently throughout every night: Getting good rest is important because poor sleep isn't fun. Sometimes I'll wake up because I'm way too hot for comfort — and other times, it's because the air in my room has grown overly stale. But no matter the reason you're tossing and turning, there are tons of products to help you sleep better available on Amazon (and I'm not just talking about ultra-soft sheets).

In fact, I've done my best to make sure this list is filled with items you likely haven't seen before. Case in point? Let me direct your attention to the dimmer sheets made for your alarm clock. Not only do they make way-too-bright clock faces darker for sleeping, but they stay attached using natural static cling — not adhesive. But if that isn't enough, there are also yoga cards to help you stretch out before bed, blackout curtains for sunny rooms, and even pillows infused with cooling gel to help you stay chilly and feeling refreshed.

You can never go wrong getting your full eight hours of sleep, and these brilliant products on Amazon can help make sure you peacefully nod off every night. Keep scrolling to check out some of my favorites.

1The Blanket That Helps You Stay Cool At Night

Made from a blend of cotton and special Japanese cooling fibers, this blanket is a must-have for any hot sleeper. Not only does it pull heat away from you to help you stay cool, but it's durable enough that you can also use it outside. Choose from colors like gray, blue, pink, and more.

2A 100% Cotton Blanket That’s Great For Year-Round Use

Don't be fooled by how lightweight this all-season blanket is — it’s extra soft and super breathable, so you’ll have no problem drifting right off to sleep. And if you're a hot sleeper, you'll likely be able to use it in every season. Choose between gray and blue color options.

  • Available sizes: 59 by 79 inches, 79 by 86 inches

3This Cooling Pillow Filled With Memory Foam

The next time you find yourself overheating at night, try flipping this memory foam pillow over to the side with cooling gel. The mesh knit cover also helps wick away moisture, as well as keep the surface of the pillow cool.

4A Plush Mattress Pad Made From Breathable Cotton

Cotton is incredibly breathable, which means this mattress topper can help disperse your body heat while you're sleeping. And with a 300-thread count, it's also incredibly soft — perfect for revitalizing hard, uncomfortable mattresses.

  • Available sizes: Twin - California King

5These Glasses That Block Out Blue Light Rays

The blue light produced by electronic screens can interrupt your body's melatonin production, which in turn can disrupt your sleep — so grab these glasses. They'll block out those blue light rays coming from your laptop or phone, and they come in a ton of different colors to suit any style.

6A Yoga Mat That Helps You Learn All The Poses

Doing a little gentle stretching before bed can help you get a better night’s sleep, and this yoga mat comes printed with 70 detailed graphics showing different asanas, so you won’t even need to queue up a yoga video to use it — even if you’re a beginner. It’s 5 millimeters thick, which provides a nice amount of cushioning, and it comes in six different color options, including black, green, and blue.

7The Cards That Walk You Through Yoga Poses

Want to try yoga, but don't know where to start? This deck features 70 cards with yoga poses, as well as instructions on how to do them. And don't be fooled by your computer screen — each card is extra-large with easy-to-read print.

8An Alarm Clock That Wakes You Up Gently Like The Sun

Tired of being jolted awake by a blaring alarm? Grab this clock that wakes you up the same way the sun does by slowly growing brighter and brighter until you finally open your eyes. And if you don't wake up from the light, there's also a backup noise to make sure you're awake on time.

9This Eye Mask & Headphone Combo You Can Comfortably Sleep In

Not only are these Bluetooth headphones covered with soft fabric, but they also double as an eye mask to block out light. They're also great for traveling — and since the battery lasts for more than 10 hours, there's no need to worry about it running out of power overnight.

10A Step Machine For Aerobics During The Day (Because Exercise Can Help You Sleep Better)

A Johns Hopkins study found that regular aerobic exercise can help you fall asleep as well as decrease insomnia — so go ahead and add this step machine to your daily routine. Unlike other models, this one features resistance bands so that you can tone your arms at the same time as your legs. Plus, the wide pedals help you maintain your balance.

11This Subtle Toilet Bowl Night Light That Isn't Too Bright

Turning on that bright overhead light is a great way to jolt yourself awake on a midnight trip to the bathroom. This night light, on the other hand, gently illuminates your surroundings so you can safely navigate your way to the toilet. And since it's rechargeable via USB, there's no need to purchase replacement batteries.

12A Motion-Activated Light For Your Bed

Simply stick this motion-activated LED under your bed, and it'll help guide your way through the dark whenever you get up in the middle of the night. The automatic shut-off can be adjusted anywhere from 30 seconds to 10 minutes, while the bulbs have a lifetime of up to 100,000 hours.

13These Subtle Night Lights Made From Real Himalayan Salt

Made from real salt mined from the Himalayan mountains, these night lights cast a soothing amber glow that isn't too bright. And while there hasn't been concrete evidence about salt lamps helping with sleep, many Amazon reviewers have written things like, "Restful glow and I do believe I sleep better," as well as, "By not using devices and not turning on bright, overhead lights, my sleep has greatly improved."

14A Pair Of Curtains That Block Outside Light

Not only do these curtains block up to 99% of outside light, but they can also help insulate your home against the sun's warming rays. The fabric is wrinkle-free, and the grommet top allows them to glide back-and-forth on any standard curtain rod.

15The Journal That Helps You Reflect On Your Day

With enough space for up to 90 days, this journal is perfect for reflecting on the day's events. The guided template provides space for morning aspirations as well as evening achievements. One reviewer even raved that "the cover is beautiful, simple, and the material feels expensive."

16A Relaxing Lavender Cream That Helps With Melatonin Production

Formulated with soothing lavender to help relax your mind, this hydrating cream is perfect for moisturizing dry skin overnight. Each order comes with enough to last months — and it's even specially formulated with chamomile to help complement your body's melatonin production.

17This White Noise Machine With 24 Soothing Sounds

A white noise machine like this one is a must-have if you happen to live in a loud environment. It features 24 soothing sounds, including 10 classic ones found in nature — and the stylish wood grain is almost guaranteed to look good no matter where you put it.

18A Calming Pillow Spray That Can Help You Fall Asleep

Formulated with all-natural lavender oil that’s calming and soothing, this pillow spray is a must-have for anyone who finds themselves struggling to drift off to sleep at night. It's completely cruelty-free as well as non-GMO — and many reviewers even wrote about how it helps them fall "asleep faster."

19The Weighted Blanket That Shouldn't Leave You Overheated

Don't be fooled by how heavy this weighted blanket is — it's still made from ultra-breathable cotton to help you stay cool while you sleep. The box stitching helps ensure that the glass bead filling stays evenly distributed throughout. Plus, it's available in weights ranging from 3 to 30 pounds.

20A Seriously Popular Set Of Sheets Made From Soft Microfiber

Not only are these sheets made from oh-so soft microfiber, but they're also available in more than two dozen colors — everything from deep red to cool ocean blue. Unlike other sheets, these ones are fade- stain-, as well as shrink-resistant. They also have over 180,000 total ratings (and counting).

  • Available sizes: Twin - California King

21These Shower Steamers Infused With Essential Oils

Prefer showers over baths? These shower steamers are similar to bath fizzies in that they'll gradually release soothing essential oils into the air, but they won't leave any stains on your tub. Each order comes with eight steamers in scents like lemon, lavender, spruce, and rose.

22A Sleeping Face Mask That Hydrates Your Complexion Overnight

Simply rub this face mask into your complexion before bed, and the lavender extract will work to help hydrate dry, flaking areas. Aloe extract helps soothe any irritated patches of skin, and it shouldn't leave behind any greasy residues.

23This Mulberry Silk Pillowcase That's Gentle On Hair

Made from 100% mulberry silk, this pillowcase is gentler on hair than cotton, which in turn can help tame unwanted frizz after each night's rest. It's also breathable, soft, and comes in dozens of colors so that you can easily match it to your current sheets.

  • Available sizes: Standard - King

24A Set Of Fasteners To Keep Your Sheets From Riding Up

Few things interrupt my sleep more than waking up to find my sheets have curled up and over my mattress — that's why I bought a set of fasteners like these ones. They're made from high-quality elastic that stretches with your sheets to help them stay in place. And since the clips are made from nylon, there's no need to worry about them snapping.

25The Knee Pillow Filled With Soft Memory Foam

Letting your knees knock together can leave you feeling uncomfortable at night, and this pillow can help prevent that. Unlike many competitors, this one is filled with soft, ventilated memory foam to keep you comfortable and cool while you're sleeping. The best part? It's also ergonomically designed to fit between your legs.

26A Wedge Pillow That Can Help Alleviate Neck Pain

Back and neck pain, snoring, acid reflux — simply lying on this wedge pillow while you're sleeping can help alleviate all of those ailments. It's filled with high-density memory foam that won't collapse under your bodyweight. Plus, the filling is also hypoallergenic.

27This Hoodie That Wraps You Up Like A Cozy Blanket

Made from ultra-soft flannel, putting on this hoodie feels like a warm, cozy blanket has been wrapped all around you. It's great for everything from napping to watching sporting events in the cold weather. Choose from five soft colors, including light pink, blue, and purple.

28A Body Cream Formulated With Soothing Lavender

This soothing all-purpose balm is designed to help you fall asleep. Formulated with lavender, coconut, and monoi oils, it can help relax your mind before bed while simultaneously nourishing your skin. Just rub some onto your pulse points, close your eyes, and get ready for a great night of deeply restful sleep.

29These Bath Salts Formulated With Lavender Essential Oil

Add a few scoops of this salt to your bathwater before bedtime, then sit back and relax as the soothing lavender essential oil helps ease your mind. This brand one features a fine-to-medium grain that dissolves quickly in water, and the added minerals can even help soften your skin.

30A Pair Of LED Bulbs That Help You Set The Mood

With more than 15 million colors to choose from, these LED bulbs make it easy to set the mood when you're trying to fall asleep. You can adjust the colors using the convenient downloadable phone app — simply connect to them using Bluetooth, and you're ready to go.

31The Dimming Sheets For Too-Bright Alarm Clocks

If the face on your alarm clock is too bright for comfort, just stick one of these dimming sheets overtop of it. They'll lower the brightness without impairing your ability to see what time it is — and since they stay attached using static, they won't leave behind any sticky residue upon removal.

32An Oscillating Fan To Keep Fresh Air Flowing

I'm almost guaranteed to wake up in the middle of the night unless I have a tower fan like this one running. Not only does it keep fresh air flowing throughout my room, but the sound of the fan blades rotating also doubles as a white noise machine. Each order also comes with a remote.

33A Comfy Wedge Pillow That Elevates Your Legs

Perfect for chilling our and reading in bed before you go to sleep, this wedge pillow elevates your legs while you relax, helping to promote blood flow and relieve discomfort. It’s made from dense, supportive foam, and is a great solution for anyone who tends to stack their regular pillows to achieve a similar effect. It comes in three different sizes, and has a washable, removable cover,

34A Cool-Mist Humidifier That Runs For More Than 15 Hours

Tired of waking up to dry, stale air in your room? Then this cool-mist humidifier is a must-have. The extra-large reservoir provides enough water for up to 16 hours of continuous mist, while the automatic shut-off helps prevent it from overheating. Plus, it even features a soothing night light — just in case you get up in the middle of the night.

35The Plush Bathrobe With A Gorgeous Satin Trim

The satin trim on this robe gives it an ultra-luxurious look — and at only $35, it's an absolute steal. The inside is also covered with plush, high-quality microfiber that absorbs more water than cotton, which can help you dry off faster. Choose from more than 10 colors, including pink, navy, wine, and others.

36This Sleep Cap That Helps Protect Your Strands As You Snooze

I've started sleeping in a silk cap like this one, as the silk fibers can help lock in moisture while reducing unwanted frizz. One size is made to fit all, and the extra-wide band helps keep your head comfortable so that you sleep through the night.

37A Set Of Flameless Candles That Give Off A Calming Glow

They only require two AA batteries each, and these flameless candles can provide more than 300 hours of soft, ambient lighting. The LED bulbs have a lifetime of 50,000 hours — no need to purchase replacements — and each order also comes with a remote so you can control them from afar.

38This Acupressure Mat That Can Help Alleviate Pain

You only need to lie on this acupressure mat and pillow for about 10 minutes per day, and the thousands of raised bumps can help alleviate pain from sore muscles. They can also help stimulate blood flow, as well as release pressure points. Many reviewers even raved about how using it before bed helped them relax: "I've fallen asleep on mine several times. It's that relaxing!”

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