THE NIGHT SHIFT

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The Night Shift is where we keep everything for the hours between 'I should go to bed' and actually asleep. Masks that block the 5am sun, pillowcases that are nice to your hair, a scent that tells your brain it's time, and a clock that...

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Sleepmaxxing is the trend of optimizing every part of your sleep. The habits public health agencies actually recommend are boring: a consistent schedule, a quiet, cool room and screens off before bed. Masks, earplugs and wind-down cues make those easier. Treat supplements and mouth tape as optional experiments, with caution.

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  • Intake Starter Kits BestsellerShop at Intake ↗
    Intake

    Intake Starter Kits

    "Magnetic nasal strips that don't peel off at 2am. Four band sizes so you can find your fit."

    $49.99
  • Mouth Tape Shop at Loftie ↗
    Loftie

    Mouth Tape

    "Soft mouth tape with a slit vent, so you're never fully sealed. Thirty nights in a box."

    $29.99
  • Manta Sleep Earplugs Shop at Manta Sleep ↗
    Manta Sleep

    Manta Sleep Earplugs

    "For partners, streets and roommates with a 1am lifestyle."

    $29
  • Manta AROMA Dots Shop at Manta Sleep ↗
    Manta Sleep

    Manta AROMA Dots

    "Tiny scent dots that turn your sleep mask into a wind-down ritual."

    $39
  • Gel Bead Sleep Mask Shop at Grace & Stella ↗
    Grace & Stella

    Gel Bead Sleep Mask

    "Freeze it for puffy mornings, warm it for cozy nights. One mask, two moods."

    $11.95
  • Manta SILK Sleep Mask Shop at Amazon ↗
    Manta Sleep

    Manta SILK Sleep Mask

    "Silk meets blackout eye cups. The fancy version of total darkness."

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  • Manta PRO Sleep Mask Shop at Amazon ↗
    Manta Sleep

    Manta PRO Sleep Mask

    "The sleep mask for side sleepers who have tried everything else."

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  • Manta COOL Sleep Mask Shop at Manta Sleep ↗
    Manta Sleep

    Manta COOL Sleep Mask

    "A cold compress that fits your face. Morning-after MVP."

    $49
  • Washable Silk Sleep Mask BestsellerShop at Lunya ↗
    Lunya

    Washable Silk Sleep Mask

    "A silk sleep mask you can throw in the wash. Luxury that survives real life."

    $65
  • Manta Sleep Mask BestsellerShop at Amazon ↗
    Manta Sleep

    Manta Sleep Mask

    "Total blackout, zero eye pressure. The mask we'd give anyone."

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  • Washable Silk Sleep Mask Shop at Amazon ↗
    Lunya

    Washable Silk Sleep Mask

    "Deep blue silk, real blackout energy, and you can actually wash it."

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  • Sleep Mask - Pink Shop at Blissy ↗
    Blissy

    Sleep Mask - Pink

    "Pink silk over your eyes and a travel case to keep it in. Naps just got cuter."

    $49.95
  • Pillowcase - Pink - Queen BestsellerShop at Blissy ↗
    Blissy

    Pillowcase - Pink - Queen

    "Silk, in pink. The beauty upgrade you get to do while unconscious."

    $105.95
  • Pillowcase - White - Queen Shop at Blissy ↗
    Blissy

    Pillowcase - White - Queen

    "White silk, queen size, zero frizz drama. The classic for a reason."

    $105.95
  • Black Contour Sleep Mask Shop at Slip ↗
    Slip

    Black Contour Sleep Mask

    "A sleep mask that does not crush your lash extensions. Your lash tech says thank you."

    $79
  • Black Sleep Mask BestsellerShop at Slip ↗
    Slip

    Black Sleep Mask

    "Blackout for your eyes, silk for your face. Your 8 hours, upgraded."

    $72
  • Sleepy Magnesi-Om® Shop at Amazon ↗
    Moon Juice

    Sleepy Magnesi-Om®

    "A bedtime drink that tastes like cherries and doesn't leave you groggy. Mocktail hour, but sleepy."

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Sleep, answered.

What is sleepmaxxing?
A social media trend of stacking habits and products to optimize sleep: masks, magnesium, mouth tape, mocktails, red light. Some help, some are vibes. Start with a schedule and screens off 30 minutes before bed.
Are silk pillowcases worth it?
They're smooth, cool and less grabby on hair. Claims about preventing wrinkles are overstated. Satin is a budget alternative.
Does keeping my phone out of the bedroom help?
It removes the most tempting reason to stay up. A phone-free alarm clock makes the switch easier.
What's a good sleep gift?
A contoured blackout mask or a pillow spray under $50. A silk pillowcase or Loftie clock if you're splurging.