In short, yes. Some observational studies found a link between the body’s magnesium levels and sleep quality. It helps regulate neurotransmitters in your brain, relax your muscles and support good mental health. In other words, it helps you feel calm and relaxed and supports your brain in switching to sleep mode. But let's look a little deeper. 

Magnesium is a key mineral  that your body needs to stay healthy, and is involved in hundreds of processes in the body. It helps keep bones strong, regulates blood sugar and blood pressure, and supports proper muscle and nerve function​. With so many roles to play, it’s no wonder magnesium is often linked to better overall health, including a better sleep. 

Magnesium helps with sleep by playing a key role in relaxing your body and calming your nervous system. One of its jobs is to regulate the neurotransmitters that carry signals through your nervous system – these are the chemical messengers responsible for everything from your breathing to your thoughts and emotions.​

The way it supports relaxation and reduces tension is why magnesium can help to improve both falling asleep and sleep quality.

1. Regulates sleepy neurotransmitters

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a pivotal role in sleep regulation by calming your nervous system. 

Topical application on your skin, like through Magnesium Balm, allows for rapid absorption. It’s a simple, natural way to help quiet both mind and body as you settle in for the night.

2. Helps your muscles relax and recover

Magnesium is crucial for muscle function, ensuring your muscles contract and relax smoothly. You don’t want to wake up with cramped muscles!

Magnesium Balm is highly effective for post-workout recovery. It can reduce soreness by allowing your muscles to relax more quickly after exercise. You can target specific areas using a Magnesium Balm, providing relief where you need it most. 

3. Reduces stress and anxiety

Magnesium’s role in managing stress is well-documented. It helps modulate the activity of the system responsible for controlling how your body reacts to stress. Without enough magnesium, this system can become overstimulated, increasing levels of stress hormones like cortisol. In other words, magnesium helps you feel calm, and may contribute to lowered stress and anxiety levels.

4. Supports good mental health 

Magnesium plays a vital role in balancing mood-regulating chemicals in the brain​, which can disrupt your sleep.  Incorporating Magnesium Balm into your daily routine or taking a warm bath with Magnesium Soak  is a simple, effective way to maintain your mental health alongside other wellness practices.

As sleep experts, we’re all about making your bedtime ritual work for you. Here’s all you need to know about our magnesium products, and how to pick your perfect bedtime companion.

Magnesium Balm

Our Magnesium Balm is the ultimate essential for unwinding. It’s a buttery, nourishing blend of magnesium chloride mixed with skin-loving ingredients like coconut oil and vitamin E. Directly applying magnesium on your skin is the fastest and easiest way to absorb all the good stuff.

How to use Magnesium Balm

Gently massage a light layer of magnesium balm onto your palms, behind your ears, or other pressure points before you sleep. The balm helps the magnesium to absorb easily, leaving you calm and soothed.

Magnesium Soak

Designed to help you drift off peacefully, our Magnesium Soak turns your tub into a mineral-rich sanctuary. It’s the ultimate full-body reset for your self-care Sunday - or any day of the week that calls for head-to-toe relaxation.

How to use Magnesium Soak

Sprinkle a spoonful of our Magnesium Soak over a warm bath. All you need to do is soak, float, and let the magnesium flakes relax your muscles and calm your nervous system.

We’re here to set the mood for your best sleep. Our Sleep Well range is designed to ensure your body is as comfortable as your bed sheets.

• Natural ingredients: Our magnesium products are made with nourishing botanicals like coconut and Vitamin E.
• Topical absorption: Applying our Magnesium Balm or Magnesium Soak directly to your skin allows for efficient absorption, targeting muscle tension right where it hits hardest.
• Easy to use and apply: Pop our Magnesium Balm into your bag to ease tension on-the-go, or keep it by your bedside for a nourishing nighttime wind-down.

Magnesium is essential for good sleep and overall well-being. It helps regulate neurotransmitters in your brain, relaxes your muscles and supports good mental health. 

Explore our full Sleep Well collection online or in-store at Sheet Society to begin your journey to your best sleep yet.