While the sun may be rising a minute or two earlier each day, winter officially ends on March 21, so there’s still a long road ahead before we can wake up to beaming sunshine.
If you struggle with the dark mornings, you aren’t alone. Lack of exposure to sunlight can cause conditions like seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Sometimes known as winter depression, it can have a serious effect on your mood.
A light-based alarm clock is a far less shocking way to wake up in the morning. The natural light wakes you up gradually, helping to ease SAD symptoms and increase energy levels. The Lumie Sunrise Alarm has won over hundreds of Amazon shoppers, with reviewers calling it a ‘game-changer’ and a ‘wonderful way to wake up’.
The highly-rated Lumie Sunrise Alarm is now 25 per cent off on Amazon – reduced to just £29.99
There is a huge array of light-based alarms or sunrise alarm clocks on the market but Lumie has paved the way with some of the bestselling gadgets.
While prices for these types of clocks can go up to nearly £200, the Lumie Sunrise Alarm is priced at a very affordable £29.99. While it may lack some of the more hi-tech elements (it doesn’t have a radio feature for example), it’s a solid option for those on a budget who still want to reap the benefits of a wake-up light alarm.
The bedside gadget mimics the effect of a smooth sunrise, which starts 30 minutes before your alarm time and slowly brightens to wake you gently, helping you to feel naturally refreshed and wide awake.
The Lumie Sunrise Alarm also has a sunset function, which is ideal for those who can get overstimulated by screen time before bed. If you find it hard to relax at night, then the 30-minute dimming sunset could be an additional benefit.
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Despite its very affordable price tag, the clock does come with features found in the more expensive models: it has coloured mood lighting and natural alarm sounds, and there’s also a snooze button for when you fancy a bit longer in bed.
With close to 1,000 ratings on Amazon and an impressive average score of 4.4 out of 5, the Lumie Sunrise Alarm comes highly recommended by shoppers. In fact, reviewers have said it ‘works like a charm’ and is a ‘wonderful way to wake up – slowly and peacefully’.
Shoppers have said the brightness and gradual light from the clock enables you to wake up refreshed, allowing you to enjoy sunlight simulation during the darkest of days
The Lumie Sunrise Alarm has even impressed sceptical shoppers. One reviewer wrote: ‘Oh my word, talk about being sceptical about a SAD lamp… but it definitely works, and I’m getting out of bed easier with the sunrise function, and even falling asleep easier with the sunset function.
‘I even feel more chilled through the day. I had recommended it to a friend, and she has also experienced the same. I’m an utter convert now and will recommend it to anyone who listens!’
Another customer raved: ‘Really effective little alarm that actually does lift your mood and helps you wake up happier and easier.’
A third shopper added: ‘Love waking up by the sunrise with birdsong. Particularly in these cold dark winter months. I also love the changing light colours, which is really pretty and relaxing.’
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Source: Daily Mail
