Finding the right gift for someone who struggles with sleep can feel… tricky.
Do they need something quieter? Darker? Cooler? Less fidgety?
This year, we’re taking a colourful spin on Black Friday with Colour Friday – our biggest discounts on selected colour-filled sleep products. Think bold sleep masks, silky bonnets and calm-inducing gadgets, all designed to help your favourite night owls finally get some rest.
This guide breaks everything down by type of sleeper, so you can scroll to the person you’re shopping for and grab a gift that actually makes sense for their real life.
Some of these are on special Colour Friday offers, others are everyday favourites that pair perfectly with those deals. Together, they make a very soothing Christmas tree.
For the shift worker living in a different timezone to everyone else
You know the one: asleep when the group chat is awake, awake when the bins go out and the neighbour decides to mow the lawn.
Top picks:
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Deluxe Sleep Headphones
Perfect for blocking out daytime noise when everyone else is clattering around. Ultra-thin speakers, full light-blocking mask and the ability to play white noise, podcasts or sleep stories.
Colour Friday: Selected colours are on special, so this is one of the best-value “wow” gifts this year.
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Under-pillow Bluetooth speaker
For the person who can’t stand anything on their head. Slip it under the pillow so they can listen to sleep sounds or meditation tracks without disturbing anyone else. -
Pure essential oils collection pack
A calming bedtime scent can become part of their wind-down ritual between shifts. Great alongside the headphones or speaker as a little “sleep sanctuary” duo.
For the friend who always sleeps on their side
Side sleepers are picky, and for good reason. Anything bulky, hard or digging into the ear is an instant no.
Top picks:
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Deluxe Sleep Headphones
Designed so side sleepers can actually lie on their side without feeling a hard lump in their ear. The thin, flexible speakers sit inside the padding, so the mask feels like a normal eye mask… just smarter.
Colour Friday: Look out for bold colours on sale for gifty vibes. -
Padded 3D sleep mask
Great for those who don’t want audio but desperately need darkness. The contoured design gives space around the eyes, so it doesn’t press on lashes or makeup. -
Blackout stickers for electronics and LED lights
A small stocking stuffer that makes a huge difference. Those tiny blue and red lights on chargers, TVs and aircons can be surprisingly bright at 2am.
For the beauty lover with “don’t touch my hair” energy
If their hair routine is a full-time job, they will love sleep upgrades that protect their curls, blow-dries and extensions.
Top picks:
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Silk hair bonnet
Ideal for curly hair, hair extensions, fine or fragile hair. Reduces friction, frizz and breakage while they sleep, and helps styles last longer.
Colour Friday: Selected colours are on special, so you can choose a shade that matches their personality.
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Padded 3D sleep mask
Works beautifully with big hair, braids or a bonnet. The strap sits comfortably without digging in, so everything can coexist peacefully. -
Magnesium soak
Turn their bath time into a little magnesium-rich ritual. It’s a “treat yourself” product that still relates to sleep and relaxation, without feeling too serious.
For your stressed-out mate who is running on fumes
They’re always “so tired”, running on caffeine and never really switching off. These gifts are all about reducing tension and giving them something they’ll actually use on a Sunday night.
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Ice cold migraine cap / cooling head wrap
A thick, stretchy cooling wrap they can pull over their forehead, temples and eyes. Whether they get headaches, feel overheated or just love the feeling of cold therapy, it’s instantly soothing.
Great for overloaded minds, hot sleepers and anyone who spends too long staring at screens.
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Hot and cold beads relaxation face mask
A more traditional mask style with gel beads. Can be used warm or cold for puffy eyes, tension, or just a moment of “everyone leave me alone, I’m recharging”. -
EasyPulse calming sleep handheld device
A palm-sized device that delivers gentle pulses to help the nervous system unwind. Perfect for anxious nights, racing thoughts and long-haul flights. -
Magnesium soak
A warm bath plus magnesium is the closest thing to a “please stop thinking about work” button we have.
For the hot sleeper or always-too-warm human
Certain people are permanently overheating. Summer, winter, aircon on full blast… they still complain they’re too hot.
Top picks:
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Ice cold migraine cap / cooling head wrap
Doubles as a cooling eye mask for hot summer nights. Store it in the fridge or freezer and it’s ready when they are. -
Deluxe Sleep Headphones in breathable, lighter colours
Light grey and other softer shades can feel less “heat-trapping” than darker fabrics, while still blocking out light. -
Pear night light (soft, warm glow)
A gentle, low-heat night light that gives just enough light for middle-of-the-night trips without waking the brain up.
Colour Friday: The pear night light is included in selected Colour Friday offers, making it a cute, budget-friendly gift.
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Blackout stickers for electronics and LED lights
Less light pollution means less tossing, turning and overheating under the covers while trying not to look at glowing gadgets.
For calming kids (and their exhausted parents)
Some kids are natural sleep resisters. Others wake often, are scared of the dark, or just need a little extra help feeling safe and settled.
Top picks:
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White noise animal plush with “breathing” feature
A soft cuddly friend that plays white noise and mimics slow, calm breathing. Kids can hug it and match their own breathing, which is brilliant for bedtime and night wakings.
Think of characters like Coco the dog as both toy and sleep tool.
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Pear night light
Soft, warm light that doesn’t overstimulate. Kids can tap it themselves for a little sense of control. -
Mini slug sleep lamp
A fun, kid-friendly lamp that makes bedtime feel playful rather than scary. Great for older kids who still want a bit of light, but not a fully lit room. -
Pure essential oils (for parents)
Calming blends in a diffuser in the hallway or living room can help wind the whole house down.
For the partner who snores, grinds or keeps everyone awake
A slightly cheeky category, but let’s be honest: some gifts are really for both of you.
Top picks:
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Mouth guard
Helps with teeth grinding and jaw tension. Not the most romantic gift on its own, but paired with a luxe sleep mask or magnesium soak, it can be part of a “sleep upgrade kit”. -
Nose strips
A simple stocking filler for snorers. Lightweight, practical and surprisingly useful.
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Deluxe Sleep Headphones or Under-pillow Bluetooth speaker
For the non-snoring partner who needs something to drown out the noise without wearing bulky headphones. -
Blackout stickers for electronics
Because nothing says “I love you” like banishing the blue LED glare from the bedroom.
Stocking fillers and small-but-mighty sleep helpers
These are perfect add-ons if you’re just shy of the free-shipping threshold or want to build a personalised sleep hamper.
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Blackout stickers for electronics and LED lights
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Nose strips
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Essential oils singles or mini sets
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Smaller night lights or lamps
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Extra satin hair bonnet in a fun colour
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Replacement accessories for products they already own
Many of these pair beautifully with the bigger Colour Friday deals and still feel thoughtful on their own.
When you’re not sure what they need: gift cards
If you know they’re struggling with sleep but you’re not sure why (too hot? too noisy? too bright?), a Sleep Dreams gift card is a safe bet.
They can pick exactly what they need, in the colour they love, at a time that suits them. Ideal for:
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Work Kris Kringle
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Teens and young adults
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Picky relatives who like to choose their own gadgets
Just note: gift cards themselves don’t usually qualify for Black Friday discounts, but they can be used on Colour Friday offers and future promotions.
A quick note on sleep + health
Everything in this guide is designed for comfort, relaxation and better sleep habits. It isn’t medical advice and doesn’t replace chatting to a doctor, psychologist or other health professional, especially if someone is experiencing long-term insomnia, pain or other health concerns.
Ready to start gifting calmer nights?
Colour Friday is all about bringing light, softness and colour back to Black Friday. Whether you’re shopping for a shift worker, a hair-care queen, an overheated partner or a restless kid, there’s a gift here that says more than “I saw this at the checkout”.
It says: I see how tired you are. You deserve better sleep.
