‘I tried sleep sprays to beat insomnia and one mist works wonders’

Lying in bed exhausted, yet unable to drift off, is an incredibly frustrating sensation and a problem many of us encounter. I’ve attempted several tricks over the years to tackle insomnia, from magnesium supplements to sleep stories, but none have remained with me quite as much as a sleep spray.

I recently came across the Kloris Soothing Mist – an aromatherapy spray initially used in luxury London spas but now packaged into an at-home product to help people make their environment more calming. Having used it for a good couple of weeks now, I’ve discovered it helps me drop off within a minute or two.

However, the Kloris Soothing Mist isn’t the only sleep spray available and to truly put it to the test, I acquired another relaxing contender – The White Company Sleep Soothing Pillow Mist. If it wasn’t obvious by now, I take my sleep incredibly seriously so I was keen to see which spray would emerge victorious in terms of price, fragrance, longevity, packaging and most importantly – effectiveness at helping me drift off.

Sleep sprays are a product used every evening, therefore, an affordable price point per spritz is essential. The White Company Sleep Soothing Mist retails for £22, so it is more affordable than the Kloris Soothing Mist which is priced at £28 for a 100ml bottle.

However, Kloris is presently offering an exclusive 10% discount code for readers who enter MIST10 at checkout, reducing it to £25.20. There are 200+ nights of deeper rest in a single Kloris bottle – this works out at less than 11p per night, reports the Mirror.

The potency of each sleep spray corresponds with price, in my view. While The White Company sleep spray is cheaper per ml, I discovered it needed almost three times the number of sprays to achieve the same intensity of scent that the Kloris sleep spray produces. With Kloris, I only need to mist twice for the entire bed to be immersed in a calming scent, whereas The White Company requires more like five or six.

It became immediately apparent within seconds of spraying The White Company sleep spray that the Kloris option would endure longer and I wasn’t mistaken. By morning, I couldn’t detect any traces of The White Company, whereas when I use Kloris, the aroma persists for hours. Each Kloris spray is ‘concentrated aromatherapy, not a diluted fragrance,’ as demonstrated by its lasting power.

The White Company sleep spray features top notes of lavender and chamomile, blended with restorative clary sage and calming vetivert cedarwood. To me, it smells like a crisp spring day strolling through a lavender field and it’s genuinely pleasant and delicate. Kloris Soothing Mist boasts a much stronger aroma, crafted with five sleep-enhancing botanicals – lavender, patchouli, ylang-ylang, rose geranium and blood orange. This blend of premium essential oils aids in shifting our nervous system sensory signal into rest mode.

For me, the Kloris Soothing Mist makes me feel as though I’m in a top-tier spa, or slumbering in a luxury hotel. While I appreciate both fragrances, I find the scent of Kloris all-encompassing, almost as if it envelops me in a dreamy cocoon.

The White Company fragrance is more invigorating and light, perhaps better suited to those who aren’t fans of overly potent scents. It’s also worth noting that Kloris advises its spray should not be sprayed directly onto skin, whereas The White Company spray can be applied to the body.

Now for the most crucial test of all – which spray assisted me in falling asleep quicker? The Kloris Soothing Mist has me nodding off within minutes of settling down into bed. The results of using it only improve over time as the body associates ‘sleep mode’ with the scent. Using it nightly strengthens the signal, and now when I enter my bedroom having spritzed the mist, I instantly feel more relaxed and ready for bed.

The White Company Soothing Mist does have a pleasant and relaxing scent when getting into bed, but I wouldn’t say it directly aids me in falling asleep quicker. I prefer to use this spray as a refresher when I’m in bed reading, not as a remedy for insomnia.

Both sleep spray bottles are aesthetically pleasing, but frequent travellers might lean towards Kloris as the bottle is 100ml compared to The White Company’s 150ml, which may not comply with hand luggage liquid restrictions. The Kloris sleep spray is presented in a dark amber bottle with lilac lettering and gold foiling, while The White Company’s is minimalist and neutral in the brand’s signature style.

I personally favour The White Company packaging as it complements my bedroom decor better – however, I do believe the Kloris bottle exudes a more luxurious feel. I’m quite content with either bottle when it comes to packaging, as they both look attractive placed on my bedside table. Another option with appealing packaging is the NEOM Perfect Night’s Sleep Mist, priced at £26 for 30ml.

Ultimately, I want my sleep spray to aid me in falling asleep, and the Kloris Soothing Mist outperforms by a long shot in that regard. It’s slightly pricier than The White Company, but the code MIST10 does reduce it to less than 11p-per-night – well worth it in my view.

The White Company spray does have its role in a bedtime routine as the gentle lavender scent is delightful for when simply unwinding, however, the Kloris Soothing Mist remains my preferred sleep spray that’s an integral part of my nightly relaxation.