As the leaves turn and evenings grow longer, September is the perfect time to rethink how we wind down. Enter Sleeptember — a month dedicated to slowing down, calming the mind, and welcoming truly restorative sleep.
Health & Beauty retailer Counter Culture Store has curated five exquisite products that elevate bedtime into a deliberate ritual, helping you drift peacefully into slumber.
5 Rituals for Deeper Sleep
Silvan Sleep Balm – A luxurious bedtime balm packed with organic oils, shea butter, oat, lavender, and chamomile. This cruelty-free, vegan formula hydrates and soothes both skin and senses, signalling to your body that it’s time to unwind.
Anatome Somali Frankincense Sensory-Point Essential Oil Blend (30ml) – A rare 22-ingredient blend centred on Somali Frankincense, with notes of lavender, sage, rose, and chamomile. Apply to sensory points in the evening to calm an overstimulated mind and gently train your body for rest.
Relaxayvoo Herbal Tea – Calm Me (50g) – A soothing infusion of Egyptian chamomile and mint, ideal for busy brains that need a moment of calm. Enjoy morning, noon, or night to help ease stress and prepare for sleep.
CAHM Relax Aromatherapy Oil Roll-On – A portable, seasonally inspired self-care essential. Bergamot, geranium, frankincense, and Vitamin E come together in a roller that can be applied at pulse points whenever tension arises. Ethically sourced with sustainable packaging, it’s wellness on the go.
IL LuminArte Refillable Candle – Alpine Peppermint & Fir Needle – Evoking crisp forest air and cosy winter nights, this candle blends peppermint, fir needle, and vanilla to create a calming atmosphere, perfect for pre-sleep relaxation.
Why Sleeptember Matters Now
With routines shifting back to work and school, coupled with shorter daylight hours, stress levels can spike — often disrupting sleep. Wellness trends are increasingly moving toward ritualised rest, favouring mindfulness, aromatherapy, and skincare over quick fixes.
Counter Culture Store’s selection of products supports this philosophy while aligning with modern consumer values: ethical sourcing, natural ingredients, and sustainability.
Your Invitation to Rest
Sleeptember is more than a reminder to go to bed earlier — it’s a call to cultivate intentional sleep rituals that soothe both mind and body. By incorporating these carefully curated products into your evening routine, you can transform bedtime into a calm, restorative experience. After all, better sleep doesn’t just happen; it’s created, one mindful ritual at a time.
