As the Sleep Editor and resident home fragrance expert here at Homes & Gardens, I'm lucky enough to test an abundance of bedding, pillows, protectors, candles, and diffusers, among other home comforts. But it's when a collection combines two of my passions that I get really intrigued.
That's why I couldn't wait to test NEOM's Scent to Sleep collection, and, after a relaxing evening ritual and a night of uninterrupted sleep, I was more than impressed.
I've used some of the best home fragrances to help me sleep better in the past, but this new collection feels like a cut above the rest. Now, it's a non-negotiable in my winding-down routine.
Neom's 'Perfect Night's Sleep' Range
I'm always on a quest to make my bedroom smell like a luxurious hotel suite, and the scent notes from NEOM's 'Perfect Night's Sleep' range have it spot on – lavender, chamomile, and patchouli. After getting my hands on the range, I decided to make an evening ritual out of it and see if the right scent really would help me achieve my perfect night's sleep.
First things first, I dimmed the lights, turned on my salt lamp, available at Amazon, and lit my NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Scented Candle. I love burning my best candles in the evening, and this one quickly filled my room with the relaxing aroma of essential oils, expertly blended to help you relax and prepare for sleep. Instantly, I felt calmer, sleepier, and ready to wind down.
Next, my partner and I tested out the NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Mist. We're huge fans of pillow sprays (the Jo Malone Lavender & Moonflower Pillow Mist and one we always pick up when on holiday in Granada, Spain, are our favorites), and this one was no exception.
After spritzing it all over our best pillows, our room smelled like a sleep haven – it's no surprise that this spray was voted the best pillow mist in the 2025 Oprah Daily Sleep Awards. It sprays super finely, too, so we were able to get even coverage on our pillows, and it is designed to help soothe your mind and body. 'I've got such a dopamine hit,' reported my partner. I did too.
Next, it was on to the NEOM Sleep Pen, which is applied to pulse points and infused with skin-loving and essential oils, before a wick of the NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Wonder Balm on any dry skin patches. After a quick squeeze of the Perfect Night's Sleep Hand Balm (I was definitely going overboard at this point, but I always apply hand cream before bed in winter), I was smelling like a sprig of fresh cut lavender, and more than ready for bed.
While I love using sleep accessories like candles and sprays in the evening, I'm not usually massively convinced about their power to send me off into a slumber. I'm usually a good sleeper in general, and lucky enough to fall asleep quickly almost every night, so I'm not someone who tends to rely on sleep hacks to help me on my way.
That being said, when I tested the NEOM 'Perfect Night's Sleep' range, I fell asleep fast, and, what's more of a rarity for me, slept through all the way until my 7 am alarm the next morning. Now I can truly see why using fragrance and enjoying a pampering evening ritual is a tried-and-true Japanese sleep secret, which soothed me to sleep in no time at all.
My Verdict
This is a 10/10 verdict from me. A pamper is always good for the soul, particularly in the evening before bed, and these products were the perfect accompaniment.
Was everything used together at once overkill? Probably, yes. You definitely don't need the whole collection (although I'd never advise against it as they're all useful) and can instead tailor your evening routine to what you prefer to use in the evening.
If I were to buy anything, my top recommendations would have to go to the NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Scented Candle and the NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Mist, and I'm also a big fan of the NEOM Wellbeing Pod Luxe, which I included as the 'best for better sleep' pick in my guide to the best essential oil diffusers.
The only thing to note is the price, as NEOM is a little more expensive than most things you'd find at the drugstore, but it's certainly more affordable than my more luxurious favorites, from the likes of Diptyque, Jo Malone, and Malin+Goetz, to name a few.
And, as I've said before, you really can't put a price on better sleep. If you've got the budget, even just one treat from NEOM's Scent to Sleep collection will offer an indulgent moment of relaxation, and anything from the range makes a gorgeous gift, too.
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All prices were correct at the time of publication.
This candle smells like serene sleep, and is my new favorite for burning before bed. The naturally derived wax offers a clean, even burn and quickly fills my room with fragrance.
This essential oil diffuser includes a remote for easy control of the mist intensity, light, and modes at the touch of a button, even from bed. Its large size means it fills a space quickly.
A spritz of this before bed made me drift off in moments. It made all my pillows, sheets, and bed linen smell like fresh lavender, and it is a brilliant, mess-free alternative to drying lavender yourself.
I've used and loved my salt lamp for years, and it's one of my favorite bedroom additions to help me wind down in the evening. I find mine best paired with a great book and a cup of tea.
I've also used and enjoyed this pillow spray in the past. This smaller size is perfect for popping in your luggage when going on vacation, and features soothing notes of lavender, vetiver, and chamomile.
These lavender candles are available in a pack of two, and each has a burn time of approximately 50 hours. The wicks are cleverly self-trimming, and each candle is poured in the USA.
For more helpful sleep advice, explore our master guide on designing a bedroom for better sleep.
