Sleep Optimization: How to Unlock Deep, Restorative Rest

Total darkness. Deep sleep. Wherever life takes you.

In today’s busy world, good sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice—especially in places with long summer days, bright urban nights, and heavy screen use before bed. Yet sleep is the foundation of health, longevity, and performance.

At Forge, based in Oslo, we are on a mission to help people in Norway improve their sleep naturally. Two of our most effective tools are:

1. The Forge Silk Sleep Mask – for complete blackout and skin protection.

2. The Forge 100% Blue Light Blocking Glasses – for supporting melatonin production in the evening.

Here’s how these two products—and a few simple routines—can transform your nights.

 

Why Sleep Is a Challenge in the Nordics

 

Living in northern regions means dealing with light extremes:

• Bright summer nights and, further north, the midnight sun

• Long, dark winters that create heavy reliance on artificial light

• Urban glow from city life that disrupts natural circadian rhythms

On top of this, exposure to blue light from phones, laptops, and televisions tricks the brain into staying awake by suppressing melatonin.

The good news? By combining light management tools like blackout masks and blue light blockers, you can restore your body’s natural rhythm and enjoy deeper, more restorative sleep.

Step 1: Block Out Artificial Light with Forge Blue Light Blockers

The Forge 100% Blue Light Blocking Glasses are designed to filter out disruptive wavelengths from screens and LED lighting. Worn at least one hour before bedtime, they allow your brain to release melatonin naturally, making it easier to fall asleep.

Key Features

• Complete filtration of blue light from screens and artificial lighting

• Lightweight frames designed for extended evening wear

• Stylish design suitable for home or casual outings

Even in darker months when artificial light is essential, these glasses help the body recognise when it is time to wind down.

Learn more about Forge Blue Light Blockers.

 

Step 2: Create Total Darkness with the Forge Silk Sleep Mask

 

Even after screens are switched off, light from the environment can disturb rest. The Forge Silk Sleep Mask provides complete blackout and adds the skin benefits of mulberry silk.

Key Features

• 100% blackout for uninterrupted sleep

• Mulberry silk (22 Momme), naturally hypoallergenic and gentle on skin

• Light, calming pressure to ease the nervous system into rest

• Adjustable fit that stays secure through the night

• Lightweight and easy to pack for travel or outdoor use

Whether sleeping in a bright apartment or camping under a clear summer sky, this mask ensures the darkness needed for deep, restorative rest.

Discover the Forge Silk Sleep Mask.

How These Tools Work Together

By combining blue light blockers in the evening with a blackout sleep mask at night, you create the optimal sleep environment:

1. Blue light blockers prepare the body by supporting natural melatonin release.

2. The sleep mask maintains total darkness throughout the night.

3. Mulberry silk protects skin and prevents irritation during rest.

The result is deeper, more consistent sleep cycles—essential for recovery, mental clarity, and long-term health.

Practical Tips for Sleep Optimization

• Keep a consistent sleep and wake schedule, even on weekends.

• Wear Forge Blue Light Blockers 60–90 minutes before bed.

• Use the Forge Silk Sleep Mask to ensure complete darkness.

• Keep your bedroom cool, ideally between 18–20°C.

• Limit caffeine intake at least 8 hours before bedtime.

• Explore relaxation tools such as sauna or cold therapy to reduce stress before sleep.

Forge: A Community for Health and Longevity

Forge is a Norwegian-founded company based in Oslo, dedicated to making longevity affordable, accessible, and mainstream. We are more than an online store—we are a community.

Every week, we host outdoor workouts, sauna sessions, ice bathing, and wellness discussions in Oslo. Health optimisation is much easier when you share the journey with others.

Join our community through the Forge newsletter to stay updated on events and new products.

Conclusion: Sleep Deeper, Wake Radiant

Sleep is more than rest—it is the foundation of recovery and health. By using the Forge Blue Light Blocking Glasses before bed and the Forge Silk Sleep Mask during the night, you can reset your circadian rhythm and enjoy truly restorative sleep.

Forge your future. Sleep with intention. Live with purpose.