The pillow sprays that help you fall asleep faster
by Kristina Mikulić GazdovićFebruary 2, 2026
Skin
The ability to fall asleep easily has almost become a lost art. As the number of devices designed to aid this process grows, so does the range of professional treatments that can help us relax and at least sleep better on any given night. Still, one old technique remains one of my favorites. I’m not just talking about taking magnesium or drinking mint tea to unwind before bed. Scent is also an excellent tool for calming the mind.
Often overlooked but highly significant, the fragrance that surrounds you before sleep can be just as influential as your nighttime skincare routine. Just as choosing a perfume can change your mood during the day, certain pillow sprays can help your body and mind relax, slow your breathing, and drift into sleep.
Want to try this old aromatherapy trick? Here are five scented favorites that will help you fall asleep more easily.
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Scents for sleeping
The Body Shop Sleep Calming Pillow Mist
Sleep Calming Pillow Mist with a gentle, floral-aromatic scent is sprayed over the bed and pillow to create a calm atmosphere and make it easier to relax before sleep. As part of your evening routine, it helps you fall asleep faster. The formula contains 90% naturally derived ingredients, including lavender and vetiver essential oils, is vegan, and comes in a recyclable bottle.
- Scent: lavender and vetiver
- Packaging: 100 ml
L’Occitane Cocon de Sérénité Relaxing Pillow Mist
Designed for moments of calm at home, it combines essential oils and natural aromas to make every moment relaxing. The Cocon de Sérénité pillow spray gently scents the space and promotes a sense of tranquility. It is ideal for creating a peaceful atmosphere in the bedroom that invites relaxation.
- Scent: lavender, bergamot, and geranium
- Packaging: 100 ml
ESPA Restful Pillow Mist
Created as a source of aromatherapy in the comfort of your home, Restful Pillow Mist fills the room with soothing notes of lavender, sage, and bergamot, helping the body relax and prepare for rest. Its gentle formula creates a peaceful atmosphere and guides you into a calm, restorative sleep. Just one spray transforms your space into a serene oasis where sleep awaits.
- Scent: lavender, bergamot, sage
- Packaging: 100 ml
Sunday Riley Slumber Party Pillow Spray
The invitation to drift into sleep is perfectly captured by Sunday Riley’s Slumber Party Pillow Spray. Combining the comforting scents of vetiver, lavender, and neroli, it soothes both mind and body. This luxurious pillow spray promotes relaxing sleep and helps you end every night in complete calm.
- Scent: lavender, neroli, vetiver
- Packaging: 50 ml
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