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For the “tired but wired” nights

Herbs in this collection contain compounds shown in research to interact with central nervous system pathways involved in relaxation and sleep.
Read below on how to support your body's response to stress & sleep.

If you’re exhausted but can’t properly switch off, you’re not alone

Up to 40% of adults report “hyperarousal” symptoms at night — mental alertness, racing thoughts, or physical tension despite fatigue.
This pattern is strongly associated with stress-driven insomnia. Stress activates the HPA axis, increasing cortisol and sympathetic nervous system activity.
What’s actually happening in the body?

Chronic stress keeps the nervous system in sympathetic dominance (fight-or-flight).
This reduces parasympathetic activity — the state required for digestion, repair, and sleep.

How plant support helps bridge the gap?

Certain herbs known as nervines have been shown to support the down-regulation of nervous system activity involved in stress and sleep disruption.

Plants like lemon balm, valerian, chamomile, and lavender interact with calming neurotransmitter systems (including GABA pathways) and are traditionally used to support rest without sedation.

Meta-analyses of herbal sleep studies suggest that certain plant medicines can reduce time to fall asleep and improve subjective sleep quality compared with placebo.

Benefits of Plants in the Stress & Sleep collection

Better Sleep –
Rosmarinic acid — found in lemon balm and other herbs — has been shown to improve sleep quality and reduce how long it takes to fall asleep.

Ease the mind –
Pre-clinical and clinical evidence indicates lemon balm can act on brain signalling pathways involved in anxiety and calm.

Soothe the nerves –
Herbal medicines studied for sleep (including lemon balm, chamomile, and others) have bioactive compounds that engage GABA and other calming systems.

Restore balance –
Herbal blends encourage a natural shift from stress into rest, reducing cortisol naturally, and supporting evening wind-down rituals.

87% of people taking lemon balm extract reported better sleep — nearly 3× the rate of placebo.

Source

This collection is built for the reality of modern stress
— not as a knockout, but as support for the body’s natural ability to unwind.

Burnout doesn't have to be your baseline

Stress & Sleep Collection
Better sleep rarely comes from a single switch — it comes from creating the right signals for rest.

This collection is designed for nights when rest doesn’t come easily — not because you’re not tired, but because your nervous system hasn’t fully switched off.

The Stress & Sleep Collection offers a simple, repeatable routine using three formats: a tea, an elixir, and a body oil, all built around herbs known for their effects on nervous-system regulation and sleep-supporting effects.

Lemon balm has shown significant improvements in perceived sleep quality in studies; chamomile has been linked to improved sleep quality; and valerian remains one of the most researched herbs for sleep improvement. Lavender, studied for its effects on anxiety and mental tension, adds a calming cue too for night restlessness.
Rather than acting as sedatives, these herbs are known for supporting the body’s natural transition from alertness into rest.

Taken separately or together, these products are designed to support the physiological conditions that make rest more likely — calmer nervous system activity, reduced evening arousal, and an easier transition into sleep — without forcing or overriding the body’s natural rhythms.

The product routines in this collection allow you to layer that support — internally and externally — as part of a consistent evening rhythm.
Stress & Sleep Collection
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Simple, compact daily ritual

inner relief elixir

Inner Relief Elixir is a calming herbal blend for the “tired but wired” nights.

A simple, daily routine built using herbs traditionally used to settle nervous tension and support rest — lemon balm, valerian, chamomile, finished with the soft aromatic calm of lavender. Backed by research on nervous system regulation and improved sleep quality.

Use it when you feel the spin-up: after a hard day, before bed, or during anxious moments. Not as a “knockout,” but as a steady tool to help your system downshift — so sleep can actually do its job.

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For bedtime routines to ease into sleep

deep sleep tea

This blend of night-goodness brings together five calming herbs — lemon balm, chamomile, hawthorn flowers, mugwort, and lavender — into a single, relaxing bedtime infusion.

Designed to be sipped as part of your evening ritual, it supports quieter mental states and smoother transitions toward restful sleep. Key herbs like lemon balm and chamomile have human study evidence for improved sleep quality, while lavender is among the most researched botanicals for calming nervous tension.

Warm, soothing, and ritualistic, this tea supports a gentle descent from the demands of the day into an evening state that’s more receptive to rest — a foundation for deeper, more satisfying sleep.

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Sensory signalling for your body to relax

mama's love body oil

This body oil is designed around a simple but often overlooked truth: the body calms through touch. Gentle massage has been shown to stimulate parasympathetic activity, helping shift the body out of stress mode and into a state more receptive to rest.

This formula combines chamomile, rose, and calming aromatics in a nourishing sunflower oil base. Together, these botanicals support a soothing pre-sleep cue for your nervous system, while the nourishing carrier oil helps maintain skin elasticity and hydration.

Applied slowly in the evening — alone or alongside the Stress & Sleep teas or elixirs — it offers a physical signal of safety that helps the body soften and unwind before sleep.

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How to use the Stress & Sleep Collection?

Products in this collection work best when used consistently and rhythmically, rather than as an occasional fix.

These products are designed to support the nervous system through repetition, timing, and gentle cues of safety — especially in the evening. Most people choose one or two products and build them into an existing routine, such as winding down after dinner or preparing for bed.

Teas and elixirs are typically used in the late afternoon or evening to help the body shift out of stress mode, while oils or balms are applied through slow, intentional touch. Small habits — dimmer lighting, fewer screens, regular timing — noticeably strengthen the effect.

You don’t need to use everything at once. Start simply, stay consistent, and let your body respond over time.

Support sleep by working with your body’s rhythms

Stress-related sleep disruption often comes from mistimed signals.
This routine is structured to support progressive down-regulation.
  • Early evening (after dinner, ~90-120 minutes before bed)
    The Deep Sleep Tea introduces warmth and calming plant compounds — both known to support relaxation and evening down-regulation.
  • Late evening (~30-60 minutes before bed)
    The Inner Relief Elixir provides a more focused dose of calming herbs traditionally used to support nervous-system balance and sleep quality, especially during periods of ongoing stress.
  • Just before bed (last 30 minutes)
    The routine ends with Mama’s Love Body Oil, using touch and gentle massage to reinforce parasympathetic activity as you move into sleep.

Think of this as layering signals — warmth, herbs, then touch — each reinforcing the next. Use all three together, or choose the steps that fit your evening — consistency matters more than perfection.

FAQs

Who is this collection designed for?

This collection is designed for people dealing with ongoing stress, nervous system overload, difficulty winding down, or disrupted sleep.

It’s especially suited for those who feel “tired but wired,” struggle to switch off at night, or notice that stress is showing up in their body — through restlessness, shallow sleep, or difficulty recovering.

How should I use products from the Stress & Sleep collection?

These products work best when used consistently as part of a daily or evening routine. Think of them as support for your nervous system, not emergency fixes.

Many people choose a calming tea or elixir in the evening, paired with simple habits like reduced screen time, dim lighting, and regular sleep hours.

The goal is to create reliable signals of safety and rest for the body.

How long should I use this collection before deciding if it works?

Some people notice subtle changes within the first few days — especially around relaxation or falling asleep more easily. For others, benefits build gradually over two to four weeks.

Stress and sleep are closely linked to habit, rhythm, and nervous system patterns.

Consistency matters more than intensity.

If you’re new to Natura Sacra and feel unsure, we offer a first-time satisfaction guarantee. If you don’t feel the collection is right for you, you can request a refund and keep the products — no pressure, no risk.

We’d rather you explore plant support with confidence than push through something that doesn’t feel supportive.

Is this collection suitable for daily use?

Most products in the Stress & Sleep collection are designed for gentle, regular use. They focus on calming, nourishing, and supporting the nervous system rather than sedating it.

As with all herbal support, it’s wise to listen to your body. Some people choose to use certain products nightly, while others prefer short cycles or seasonal use.

Can I combine this collection with other Natura Sacra products?

Yes. The Stress & Sleep collection pairs well with other collections, particularly those focused on digestion, emotional balance, or body care.

Many people find that supporting sleep works best when stress is addressed during the day and rest is supported at night — rather than relying on one product alone.

Plants in this collection

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)

Traditionally brewed to uplift mood and soothe the nerves. Lemon balm’s active components interact with GABA — a key calming neurotransmitter in the brain — supporting relaxation and sleep readiness.

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Linden (Tilia cordata)

Used for centuries in Europe as a relaxing evening tea. Contains flavonoids and volatile oils with mild sedative effects confirmed in animal studies.

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Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)

Valerian is one of the most researched “sleep herbs.” When studies used a simple endpoint—did sleep feel improved or not—valerian showed a statistically significant advantage vs placebo.

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Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)

A classic bedtime herb, traditionally taken for relaxation and digestion. Apigenin, its key flavonoid, binds to GABA receptors, promoting calm. Across trials, sleep quality measures show meaningful improvement.

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Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Lavender extracts are some of the most frequently studied plant extracts for anxious tension and sleep quality improvements. Linalool in lavender oil has been linked to anxiolytic effects. Lavender’s best-studied lane: reducing anxious restlessness, which is often what keeps sleep light.

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