FAQ

Q: Does Essence of Night contain melatonin?

A: No. Essence of Night is completely melatonin-free.
That’s a very intentional choice.

Many women tell us they’re sensitive to melatonin — they don’t like the next-day grogginess, vivid dreams, or the feeling of “being forced” to sleep. Some also feel unsure about taking it every single night over the long term.

Essence of Night was created as a different option:

  • It’s built around adaptogens and calming botanicals, not a hormone.

  • It’s designed to support your body’s own nightly rhythm, not to override it.

  • The goal is to help you feel gently restored and emotionally steadier, not knocked out.

If you’re currently using melatonin and are thinking about switching or combining, it’s always a good idea to talk with your healthcare provider first. Many women choose to use Essence of Night on its own as their nightly support, so they can move toward a calmer, more natural sleep rhythm without relying on melatonin.

Q: How do the herbal ingredients in Essence of Night work in my body?

A: Essence of Night is a primarily herbal, melatonin-free nighttime formula created for women who are tired, but whose minds don’t always get the memo. It’s made to gently support your stress response and nightly rhythm — to nourish your nights, not knock you out.

Q: What are the herbs doing each night?

A: You can think of Essence of Night as a quiet, steady helper in the background, working along three gentle paths:

  1. Softening “all-day alert mode” so your body can shift into “it’s okay to rest now”

    Life doesn’t magically calm down at 9pm — and your body knows it.
    Adaptogens like Ashwagandha and Reishi are included to support how your body handles everyday stress, so your system doesn’t stay stuck in high alert all evening.

    The goal isn’t to erase stress, but to help that “pulled-tight string” of the day start to loosen, so your body can actually feel safe enough to wind down.

  2. Calming your nervous system so your mind can downshift

    Ingredients like L-theanine, GABA, Lemon Balm, and Suan Zao Ren support the “brake pedal” of your nervous system.

    Many women describe this as:

    • Feeling less “tired but wired” at night

    • Finding it easier to settle once they’re in bed

    • Spending less of the night tossing on the surface of sleep

    It’s not about knocking you out — it’s about helping your system remember how to slow down.

  3. Supporting evening mood so the day can end a little softer

    Botanicals such as Saffron are chosen to support emotional balance in the evening hours.

    They’re not meant to hype you up, but to gently support those “I’m done for today” moments so:

    • Evenings feel a little less like an emotional crash

    • You’re less likely to snap from pure exhaustion

    • The end of the day feels more like a soft landing than a hard stop

Essence of Night isn’t a sedative “off switch.”
Each night, it’s simply nudging your body closer to a state that’s naturally more ready to rest.

Q: With long-term, consistent use, what might I notice?

A: In the first few nights, many women notice small but encouraging shifts, like:

  • It’s a bit easier to move from “doing” mode into “winding down” mode

  • There’s a softer sense of calm when you finally lie down

  • That wired, over-tired feeling at night starts to ease a little

With consistent use over about 3–4 weeks, changes often feel more steady and layered. You may begin to notice things like:

  1. More stable, deeper sleep

    • Falling asleep more easily on most nights

    • Less time spent tossing and turning

    • Feeling like parts of the night are truly deeper, more restorative sleep

  2. Fewer night-time wake-ups — or easier returns to sleep

    • Waking less often during the night

    • Or, when you do wake, finding it easier to drift back to sleep instead of becoming fully alert

  3. A quieter mind at bedtime

    • Fewer racing thoughts about work, family, and tomorrow

    • An easier time “mentally signing off” and giving yourself permission to rest

  4. Smoother emotional evenings

    • Evenings that feel a little less sharp, less edgy

    • Fewer “I’m so tired I might cry or snap” moments

    • A gentler emotional landing at the end of the day

  5. Brighter, more grounded mornings

    • Waking up feeling a bit less like you’ve been run over by a truck

    • Less heavy grogginess hanging over your morning

    • A touch more emotional lightness and steadier daytime energy, even when life is still full

Essence of Night is not about perfection or “fixing” you.
Think of it as a nightly layer of support for your stress response, nervous system, and wind-down rhythm — a quiet partner in your own self-care.

Q: Will I become dependent on it? Anything I should be aware of?

A: This part matters, and you deserve a clear, honest answer.

  • Essence of Night is melatonin-free and not a prescription sleep medication.
    It’s formulated with the intention of being non-habit forming, so it can sit alongside other long-term wellbeing habits like a calming evening routine or a warm shower before bed.

  • The idea is to support your body’s own ability to wind down, not to replace it or override it.

At the same time, we always encourage listening to your body and your care team:

  1. Essence of Night is a dietary supplement, not a drug.

    • It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

    • If you’re dealing with severe insomnia, mood disorders, or other medical conditions, please speak with a qualified healthcare professional — you deserve proper support.

  2. Please talk to your healthcare provider before using Essence of Night if you:

    • Are pregnant, nursing, or under 18

    • Are taking prescription medications such as antidepressants, sleep medications, anti-seizure drugs, blood thinners, or thyroid medication

    • Have significant underlying health conditions (for example, serious heart disease, major depression, liver or kidney disease)

  3. If something doesn’t feel right, what should you do?

    • For mild, temporary discomfort (like occasional stomach sensitivity), you might try:

      • Taking the capsules with a small amount of food

      • Starting with a lower amount and increasing slowly

    • If you notice persistent or worrying symptoms — such as allergic-type reactions (rash, difficulty breathing), strong palpitations, or anything that simply feels wrong to you:
      👉 Stop using the product and seek medical advice promptly.

Above all, Essence of Night is meant to be a gentle companion, not the main character.
Your body’s signals come first — this formula is here to support them, not silence them. 💜

Q: Some women say they feel more “nourished” overall over time — is that real?

A: Over time, many women don’t just report better sleep —
they describe a quieter, more deeply nourished sense of self,
like their whole system feels a little more cared for from the inside out.

We can’t promise the exact same experience for everyone, because every body is different —
but this gentle, inside-out support is exactly what Essence of Night is designed to be here for.

Q: How should I take Essence of Night for best results?

A: We recommend adults take 2 capsules with water 30–60 minutes before bed. If you are more sensitive, start with 1 capsule for several nights and then increase to 2 capsules as needed.

If you mainly have trouble falling asleep, take your dose closer to bedtime.  
If you tend to wake up during the night, you may take Essence of Night a little earlier in the evening, together with a light snack.

To reduce the chance of stomach discomfort, we suggest taking it with a small amount of food, not on an empty stomach. Avoid pairing it with large, high-fat meals or alcohol close to bedtime.

Like most gentle, botanical formulas, Essence of Night works best when used consistently as part of your nightly wind-down ritual for at least 1–2 weeks.