I've tried lots of natural sleep remedies as I have always suffered from insomnia - it's so frustrating when you're lying there, tired, desperate to sleep, but your mind just won't let you.
So I've tried a few things and thought I'd share them with you.
Sleep plus pillow spray by This Works
This was a nice smell although it faded quite quickly, or perhaps I got used to it quickly. I also worried about spraying it on my pillow in case it made it sticky - it didn't but I wouldn't want the residue to build up every night.
Did it help me fall asleep?
I think the smell is very calming. It definitely helps you to relax.
Slumber gel by Cotswold Lavender
I really like this and it comes in a generous pot. I put some on around my temples and the gel is very soothing. Again I wouldn't want to put too much on in case it got on my pillow.
Did it help me sleep?
I think it does, I found myself falling asleep with no problems.
Cruisin' for a snoozin' by anatomicals
This I keep by my bed and have used when I really can't sleep. It doesn't say what you're meant to do with it, I assume put it on your temples but personally I put it directly under my nose and I find that works best.
It is quite solid and you have to really push your finger into it to get anything out. However it doesn't feel sticky on the skin and I don't worry about it on my pillow.
Did it help me fall asleep?
I do think it did help. I do tend to use it when I can't get to sleep as well which I think is a good test.
Of course it's probably all psychological - but I'll take whatever help I can get!
