How to get a better night of sleep

Plus: What we keep on our nightstands, how to take the perfect couch nap, and more [What we keep on our nightstands]( [A nightstand with several items on it, including a candle, a glass of water, and a bottle of essential oil.]( Sarah Kobos It's Sleep Week, which means [we’re talking all things sleep]( at Wirecutter. Enjoy a selection of our best sleep-related stories below, and check out exclusive [deals]( on Wirecutter-approved gear to help you sleep comfortably. A silk eye mask, a Jurassic Park music box, and a headlamp are just a few of the things that rest alongside us on our nightstands. Bedtime routines are sacred, personal practices that calm us after a long day and prepare our bodies for a healing night of rest. The items we use to get a good night’s sleep, the comforts we keep close by, and the books we read in the waning hours of the day all offer a glimpse into life at its sleepiest. Here’s a peek at [what we keep on our own nightstands](. When you buy through our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. [Learn more ›]( New picks [The best cheap mattresses]( It doesn’t always make sense to splurge on a pricey mattress. To save you the headache (and back pain) of wading through all the options, we found some comfortable, budget-friendly mattresses around $500 or less. After our latest round of testing, we’ve added the [Zinus Cooling Swirl]( the [Zinus Green Tea]( the [IKEA Hesstun]( and the [Novaform ComfortGrande]( as our new picks. Zinus mattresses consistently emerged as favorites for our panelists. The Cooling Swirl Hybrid has a notably spring-forward feel, while the Zinus Green Tea gives more of a classic memory-foam hug. If you have a bit more to spend, the IKEA Hesstun is a firm innerspring mattress we recommend for stomach- and back-sleepers. If you prefer a more cradled, cushy feel, we loved the Costco NovaformGrande. Read more in our [guide to the best cheap mattresses](. [The best of Sleep Week]( [A person wearing a sleep bonnet.]( [Why we love this sleep bonnet]( This $20 adjustable, satin-lined [sleep bonnet]( does wonders for taming frizz and providing curls with TLC at night. We think it’s the secret ingredient for big, beautiful, curly hair. [An illustration of a person taking a nap on the couch.]( [Everything you need for the perfect couch nap]( When nothing seems to go right, take solace in the fact that you can always crawl to the couch, cuddle up with [some cozy essentials]( and take a nap. [A smart thermometer on a bookshelf.]( [Want to sleep like a baby? Try a smart thermostat]( The ideal temperature for your bedroom is somewhere between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit. [A smart thermostat]( can learn how you live and automatically create this sweet spot. [Several bottles of lavender oil next to sprigs of lavender.]( [Does lavender oil actually help you sleep?]( The science behind essential oil is shaky at best, but there are a few studies that support [lavender oil as a sleep aid](. Still, you must be careful about which oils you buy and use. [Our favorite Sleep Week deals]( [The Leesa Hybrid mattress.]( [Leesa Hybrid]( [Deal price: $1,049]( | Street price: $1,660 Use promo code WIRECUTTER The Leesa Hybrid is our longtime top pick for the best memory-foam mattress you can buy online. Its memory-foam top provides good pressure relief, while the spring layer adds a gentle bounce. This mattress is especially good for people who change positions throughout the night, because the springs make it easy to move around on. [Buy now from Leesa]( [The L.L.Bean 280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set.]( [L.L.Bean 280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set]( [Deal price: $127]( | Street price: $159 Use promo code WCFEB2022 We’ve tested 22 percale sheets since 2014 and none have been able to offer what these sheets do: top-notch construction on crisp, cool cotton sheeting that just gets better with age. They’re durable, breathable, and soft. The stitching is impeccable, which means they won’t shrink too much in the dryer. The sheets in this set are thick and hefty, so they feel substantial when you slide into bed. [Buy now from L.L.Bean]( [The Brooklinen All-Season Down Comforter.]( [Brooklinen All-Season Down Comforter]( [Deal price: $287]( | Street price: $359 Use promo code WCSLEEP If you notice your comforter developing lumps in some areas and cold pockets in others, it might be time to upgrade. If you’re ready to invest in a high-quality one, we recommend the Brooklinen. The All-Season is filled with duck down, so it’ll keep you warm without overheating. It weighs less than other comforters we tested, but it’s still lofty and solid enough that it won’t slide off the bed. [Buy now from Brooklinen]( [Glerups The Shoe Camp Sole in gray.]( [Glerups The Shoe Camp Sole (Gray/Black)]( [Deal price: $110]( | Street price: $140 Use promo code WCTHESHOE May your toes never freeze again. Glerups makes our upgrade pick for the best open-heel slippers and [boots]( but it also makes regular shoes with rubber soles that feel grippy on hardwood floors. Glerups shoes are made of breathable, 100% wool that will keep your feet perfectly toasty without overheating them. These slippers are ideal for folks who find shearling slippers overly warm or fluffy. Glerups’ fabric is also extremely durable—we’ve been wearing its slippers since 2014, and they’re still in excellent condition. [Buy now from Huckberry]( To see more discounts on sleep gear, check out the best [Sleep Week Deals](. [View email in browser]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for Wirecutter’s Newsletter. Getting too many emails from us? To stop receiving these, [unsubscribe here](. 
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