It’s a common myth that we need less sleep as we grow older. The truth is your sleep needs stay the same—what changes is your body’s ability to get it.
As we age, we may find ourselves waking up earlier, tossing and turning more, or feeling less rested despite getting “enough” hours. This can be frustrating, especially since deep, restful sleep is essential for hormone balance, cell repair, mood, and mental clarity—key parts of ageing well.
Key Takeaways
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Adults still need 7–9 hours of sleep per night, even as they grow older.
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Sleep tends to become lighter and more broken up with age.
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Poor sleep could be linked to memory loss, mood changes, and health problems.
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Healthy sleep habits and gentle natural rituals—like aromatherapy and herbs—can help improve sleep quality.
Does Age Change How Much Sleep You Need?
Many people think they need less sleep as they get older. But adults of all ages actually need about 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night for good health and wellbeing.
What changes is how easily you get that sleep.
As we age, sleep often becomes more disrupted. You may wake more often during the night or wake up earlier than you used to.
Why Good Sleep Is Even More Important With Age
Sleep isn’t just rest—it’s when your body and brain repair and recharge. Poor sleep over time is linked to:
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Memory loss and slower thinking
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Higher risk of heart disease and diabetes
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Weakened immune system
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Mood problems like anxiety and depression
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Greater risk of falls or injury
Sleep is the time your brain and body do essential repair. When it’s disrupted, it affects everything.
Good sleep supports focus, emotional balance, recovery, and energy—all important for ageing well.
What Causes Sleep to Change As We Age?
Sleep changes happen because of:
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Lower melatonin levels, making it harder to fall and stay asleep
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Changes in your body clock, leading to earlier sleep and wake times
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Health issues like arthritis, needing to use the bathroom at night, or pain
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Medications that can affect sleep
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Stress or restlessness that makes it hard to relax
These factors make your sleep lighter and more broken, leaving you tired in the morning even if you spent enough time in bed.
How to Improve Sleep Naturally
Sleep changes are common as we get older, but they don’t have to be accepted. Many people sleep better by making small changes and supporting their body naturally.
Here are simple, effective steps to help:
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Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends
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Keep your bedroom cool, quiet, and dark
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Avoid caffeine and alcohol later in the day
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Reduce screen time before bed, especially from phones and computers
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Create a calming routine before bed to help your body relax
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Add gentle natural support with the MISEICO Sleep Serenity Ritual—a soothing aromatherapy and herbal ritual designed to help your mind and body wind down
Your calming bedtime routine could be as simple as 15–30 minutes of screen-free time, deep breathing, gentle stretches, or reading. Pairing this with the natural scents of MISEICO’s ritual blends can gently invite restful sleep.
MISEICO Sleep Ritual: Your Natural Companion for Restful Nights
A consistent bedtime ritual is key to helping your body and mind ease into deep, restful sleep—so you can wake up feeling refreshed and recharged.
The MISEICO Sleep Serenity Ritual combines the therapeutic power of aromatherapy with calming herbal extracts to gently release tension and quiet the senses. Begin by adding a few drops of the Sleep Serenity Ritual Oil to your shower or bath, allowing the aroma to soothe your mind as the day melts away. Follow with a roll-on of the Sleep Serenity Elixir on your wrists and pulse points.
This effortless, sensory practice invites a sense of calm and prepares you for restorative rest. Compact and travel-ready, both the Ritual Oil and Elixir are your daily essentials—supporting your sleep ritual wherever life takes you.
Embracing Restful Sleep as a Foundation for Ageing Well
Sleep may become more elusive with age—but the need for 7 to 9 hours of quality rest remains unchanged. What changes is how we support our bodies and minds to achieve it.
By creating a consistent and nurturing sleep environment, you give yourself the space to rest, recover, and renew.
Incorporating gentle, plant-based rituals—like the MISEICO Sleep Serenity Ritual—can transform your evenings into a time of deep relaxation and self-connection. This isn’t just about better sleep—it’s about supporting clarity, balance, and the vitality you need to move through each chapter of life with grace.
Because restful sleep is not a luxury—it’s a foundation for empowered ageing and waking up to your best self, every day.