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The Night Before

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  • 10 ingredients across 3 sleep pillars - calms the mind, lowers anxiety, deepens sleep
  • Real doses. No proprietary blends. - Every ingredient and dose printed on the label.
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The Night Before

The three-pillar approach to deep, restorative sleep.

Most sleep supplements force a tradeoff: gentle herbs that don't quite do the job, or high-dose sedatives that knock you out and leave you groggy. The Night Before is built differently. Because real sleep isn't one thing - it's a system. The brain needs to enter the deep stages of sleep where actual recovery happens, the body needs to relax, and the mind needs to calm down. Miss a stage and the rest underperform.

We built The Night Before to address all three with full, effective doses across the entire formula.

Pillar 1 - Deepen Sleep & Recovery
The goal isn't more sleep - it's better sleep. These ingredients support the deeper, more restorative stages of the sleep cycle and help signal the body that it's time to wind down:

  • Melatonin - 4 mg - the hormone your body produces to signal sleep onset, dosed to support consistent sleep timing and circadian rhythm
  • Phosphatidylserine - 100 mg of 20% extract - studied for its role in cortisol regulation and sleep architecture
  • Tart Cherry - 100 mg - a natural source of compounds associated with sleep quality and recovery
  • Taurine - 100 mg - an amino acid that supports neurological calm and cellular hydration

Pillar 2 - Lower Anxiety & Cortisol
Cortisol is the stress hormone that should drop at night. When it doesn't, you stay wired. These ingredients support the body's transition from alert to recovery mode:

  • Magnesium Glycinate - 300 mg - a highly bioavailable form of magnesium associated with relaxation and sleep quality
  • Glycine - 200 mg - an amino acid studied for its role in lowering core body temperature for sleep onset
  • Lavender Extract - 100 mg of 10:1 extract - studied for its calming effect on the nervous system
  • Rhodiola Rosea - 50 mg with 3% rosavins - an adaptogen that supports a balanced stress response

Pillar 3 - Calm The Mind
Most people don't have a sleep problem - they have a racing-thoughts problem. The mind has to stop running before the body can rest. These ingredients support a calmer baseline:

  • L-Theanine - 200 mg - an amino acid from green tea studied for its effect on alpha brain waves and relaxation without sedation
  • Lemon Balm - 100 mg of 10:1 extract - traditionally used to ease nervous tension

Full doses of each. Listed on the label.

What's not in it

  • No proprietary blends. Every dose is on the label.
  • No unnecessary fillers. No artificial colors.
  • No fairy dust. Real doses of every ingredient.

What's behind it

  • Manufactured in an FDA-registered, GMP-certified facility
  • Every lot third-party tested
  • Full label disclosure on the bottle and the website

Who it's for
The Night Before is for people who've tried both ends of the sleep aisle and walked away frustrated. The all-natural formulas that felt like placebo. The single-ingredient melatonin shots that knocked them out and left them groggy. We built something in between: a complete, ten-ingredient formula that addresses the full sleep system - deep recovery, cortisol regulation, and mental wind-down - with effective doses across the board.

If you want a sleep formula that actually works on how your nervous system winds down, you're in the right place.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Capsules

Servings Per Container: 60 servings

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Melatonin 4 mg
Magnesium Glycinate 300 mg
L-Theanine 200 mg
Glycine 200 mg
Taurine 100 mg
Phosphatidylserine 100 mg
Lemon Balm 100 mg
Lavender 100 mg
Tart Cherry 100 mg
Rhodiola Rosea 50 mg
† Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: See product label for full other ingredient information.

Take 2 capsules 45-60 minutes before bed with a small amount of water. For best results, incorporate into a consistent nightly routine.

Avoid screens for 30 minutes after dosing for best results. Most people notice benefits with consistent use over 2-4 weeks.

WARNING: Risk of cancer and reproductive harm from exposure to lead. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food

Results build with consistent usage over time.

Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have an existing medical condition. Discontinue use and seek medical advice if any adverse reaction occurs.

Not intended for persons under 18. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Individual results may vary. Content on this page is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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What people are saying

  • Deep Sleep
  • Ingredients
  • Winddown
  • Exhaustion

What's Inside

  • Melatonin

    Melatonin 4 mg

    A hormone the body produces naturally to regulate sleep cycles. Traditionally used to support easier sleep onset, healthy sleep rhythm, and overnight recovery.

  • Magnesium Glycinate

    Magnesium Glycinate 300 mg

    A highly absorbable, chelated form of magnesium bound to glycine. Supports muscle relaxation, healthy sleep, and overnight nervous system recovery.

  • L-Theanine

    L-Theanine 200 mg

    A calming amino acid found naturally in green tea leaves. Supports relaxation without drowsiness, focus, and a calm mental state.

  • Glycine

    Glycine 200 mg

    A simple amino acid that plays a role in neurotransmitter balance. Traditionally used to support deeper sleep, body cooling, and overnight recovery.

  • Taurine

    Taurine 100 mg

    An amino acid concentrated in the brain and heart tissue. Supports calm nervous system function, hydration balance, and recovery.

  • Phosphatidylserine

    Phosphatidylserine 100 mg

    A phospholipid found in high concentrations in brain cell membranes. Supports cognitive function, stress recovery, and mental focus.

  • Lemon Balm

    Lemon Balm 100 mg

    A lemon-scented herb from the mint family, traditionally used in European folk medicine. Supports calm, restful sleep, and a relaxed mood.

  • Lavender

    Lavender 100 mg

    An aromatic flowering herb cultivated for centuries, standardized for linalool. Traditionally used to support relaxation, sleep quality, and overall calm.

  • Tart Cherry

    Tart Cherry 100 mg

    A fruit naturally rich in melatonin and antioxidant compounds. Supports natural sleep rhythm, recovery, and overnight muscle repair.

  • Rhodiola Rosea

    Rhodiola Rosea 50 mg

    An adaptogenic root from the cold mountain regions of Europe and Asia, standardized for rosavins and salidroside. Traditionally used to support stress resilience, endurance, and physical recovery.

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Meet our medical advisor

  • Dr. Oliver Zolman, MBBS BSc

    Dr. Oliver Zolman, MBBS BSc

    Medical Advisor to Formulation Factory

    Dr. Oliver Zolman, MBBS BSc, serves as Medical Advisor to Formulation Factory. A King's College London-trained medical doctor working in evidence-based longevity medicine, Dr. Zolman is known for advancing structured, biomarker-driven protocols that integrate lifestyle, clinical, and emerging therapies into systematic frameworks for human healthspan.

    He co-founded Project Blueprint with Bryan Johnson, developing biological age measurement protocols across 82 organ types, and his work has been featured in Bloomberg, The Times, and Esquire.

    Every Formulation Factory product carrying his endorsement has been reviewed and signed off against his evidence-based standard.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Anyone looking for nighttime support — whether you're a busy professional, an active parent, or someone who wants to support their nightly wind-down routine. Designed for both men and women who want comprehensive nighttime support without relying on melatonin alone.

  • Individual experiences vary. Like any supplement, the best results come with consistency. Most people begin to notice benefits with regular use over 2–4 weeks. We recommend making it part of your nightly routine.

  • Most formulas rely on melatonin alone. THE NIGHT BEFORE pairs Melatonin (4 mg) with 9 additional active ingredients — including Magnesium Glycinate, L-Theanine, Glycine, and Lemon Balm — to support relaxation and calm from multiple angles.

  • Yes. The formula includes ingredients like L-Theanine, Lemon Balm, Phosphatidylserine, and Lavender, which are traditionally used to support a calm, relaxed state before bed. It's designed to be a complete wind-down ritual in capsule form.

  • THE NIGHT BEFORE is non-habit forming and made with well-studied ingredients. It pairs well with most wellness or fitness supplements. As always, if you're on medications or have health conditions, talk to your healthcare provider first.

  • Absolutely. This formula is designed to support your body's natural wind-down and recovery process — even if you already have a good routine. Think of it as an addition to support overall nighttime wellness.

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The Receipts

Proof, not promises

Every active in The Night Before has human clinical data behind it. Here are three of them.

7min
Sleep Latency

Melatonin

Dose
Varied by trial
Duration
Varied
Subjects
1,683 adults
8weeks
Insomnia (ISI)

Magnesium

Dose
500mg / day
Duration
8 weeks
Subjects
46 elderly adults
200mg
Sleep Quality (PSQI)

L-Theanine

Dose
200mg / day
Duration
4 weeks
Subjects
30 adults

Studies cited reference individual actives in this formula at the doses tested. Results from individual ingredient studies may not reflect the full formula. Individual results may vary.

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    Steve
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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    1 Star

    Been using as directed with no effects

    Will give it a few more nights before I start a return

  • BD
    Brian D.
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    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Seems to work

    Got it for my mother in law se did notice better sleep

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    TheZhuZhu
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    Verified Buyer
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Melatonin added to new formula

    So, I'm a big fan of formulation factory and use a couple of their other supplements. But I had to stop using this one as they added melatonin. The original did not have melatonin, and I feel it worked great. Melatonin is habit forming and is something I avoid in my sleep aids.

  • DP
    Donna P.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Great Product

    I really believe this has improved my sleep quality.

  • M
    Miles
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    Verified Buyer
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Sneaky reformulation

    Used to love this product. They sneakily reformulated and added melatonin which makes me groggy in the morning. This new formula came with my old subscription. I found it out way too late. The return window is already closed.

Reviews reflect the individual experiences of verified customers. Specific results described - including hormone levels, biomarker changes, energy, focus, or physical changes - are not typical and are not guaranteed. Individual results vary based on age, baseline health, diet, sleep, training, stress, and other factors. Formulation Factory does not independently verify customer-reported outcomes. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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