Headband
What does a Somnee Stim Session feel like?
It's normal to feel a tingly sensation or see light pulses during your 15-minute personalized neurostimulation session. This is entirely normal, safe, and means your stimulation is working! Some people do not feel these sensations and that is fine to
What is included in the Somnee package?
Your Somnee Smart Sleep Bundle includes:✓ Smart Sleep Headband✓ Sleep Sensor Pod✓ x10 Hydrogel electrodes✓ Charging Base ✓ Charging Cable (USB-C)✓ Travel Pouch✓ 45-Day Risk-Free Trial✓ Somnee Membership (detailed sleep reports, personalized n
Is it safe to do a 2nd Stim Session in the same night?
The Somnee headband allows a single full neurostimulation session (15 minutes) and a secondary shortened session (10 minutes; DriftBack or Nap session) every 24 hours — well within safety guidelines. That means you can complete your usual nightly neu
What is a Stim session (tACS)?
Every night with Somnee begins with a 15-minute personalized neurostimulation session or "stim session." Stim sessions begin with EEG+ sensors that take a 'snapshot' of your brain's current activity. Somnee then delivers 15 minutes of personalized ne
What happens if I forget to do a stim session or wear my Somnee?
If you miss a session or two, that's okay. While regular use is best to maintain optimal sleep quality, missing a few days won't set back your progress with Somnee. To make sure you don't miss a session, you can set customized session reminders in th
How do I pair a replacement headband with my account?
If you receive a replacement Somnee headband, here's how to pair it with your account:Open the app. From the homescreen, click the Headband Icon in the upper left corner. Click "bluetooth," then click "unpair."Make sure your old Somnee headband is no
How do I get replacement parts?
If you believe you may need a replacement part, please contact us at [email protected].
I am not feeling any stim sensation.
If you don't feel any tingling from your stimulation session, don't worry — your Somnee is still working! Somnee's sensations change session to session, so you may find that you experience tingling and see light flashes some nights, while nothing on
How should I prepare my skin for a Stim session?
Somnee works best when its sensors make clear, unimpeded, consistent contact with your skin overnight.Before putting on your headband, wash your forehead using water to clear away natural oils from the day, skin creams, ad moisturizers which are cond
How do I ensure my headband is in sleep mode?
When you close your app completely and if the Somnee is not on the charger, the Somnee goes to sleep in 3 minutes of non-use. When you've finished using your Somnee, place it on the charger to ensure it enters stops any ongoing sessions or tasks. If
I started using Somnee and I am not feeling any sleep improvements.
Like all good things, Somnee takes time. Your first 7 sessions, Somnee dedicates to decoding your brain's distinct 'sleep sweet spot' and the patterns of activity that are most effective in helping your brain get high quality sleep. (This is the Mapp
The stim session sensation is too strong or uncomfortable.
If your stimulation feels too strong or uncomfortable, there could be a few reasons:1. Stimulation intensityYou can adjust the intensity of the stimulation in the app at any point during your session. Don't worry, adjusting your stimulation to a more
How often should I use my Somnee headband?
Somnee is designed for every night use, with x1 15-minute stimulation session and x1 optional 10-minute nap or sleep reset (DriftBack) session available every 24-hour period, falling well within safety guidelines.
My stim session seemed shorter than normal.
If your session was shorter than normal, a few things might have happened. 1. Stimulation may have been interrupted by losing contact with electrodes.In your next session, make sure your forehead, electrodes, and EEG sensors are clean and lay flat ag
How do I ensure my Somnee Headband is recording my session data accurately?
To ensure accurate sleep data, make sure your Somnee headband is snug yet comfortably on your forehead. Full, consistent EEG+ sensor contact with the skin is necessary to measure your brain signals accurately. If Somnee detects too much noise from da
There's a mark on my forehead
If you notice a mark on your forehead after using Somnee:1. Give skin time to healPlease wait for the irritation to fade before using your Somnee headband again. Some users continue using Somnee by shifting the center of the headband slightly off to
My headband is uncomfortable to sleep with.
If you're having trouble getting comfortable with Somnee, we hear you. Most of us aren't used to sleeping with devices on our head, and it can take some time adjusting to the sensation.If you're experiencing discomfort, here are a few suggestions to
What should I do if I wake up in the middle of the night and cannot fall back asleep?
If you wake up after your initial session, you can use a DriftBack or nap session to launch a shortened 10-minute session to help you fall back to sleep in half the time. DriftBack sessions become available 2 hours after your initial 15-minute stimul
It's uncomfortable to sleep with
If you're having trouble getting comfortable with Somnee, we hear you. Most of us aren't used to sleeping with devices on our head, and it can take some time adjusting to the sensation. If you're experiencing discomfort, here are a few suggestions to