I discovered ASMR videos the same way a lot of people did…. ASMRTheChew. My boss and I would share her videos back and forth for entertainment, but it wasn’t until the pandemic hit & I developed trouble sleeping that I decided to try to use ASMR as a relaxation + sleep aide. I tried to do the food-based videos but found that they were too loud for my liking (Yeah, I know that’s weird). I wanted something that would put me in a trance and ease me to bed. Then I thought about all the tingly things that always make me sleepy…

From there, I found ASMR hair, ear cleaning, and scratching videos and have been hooked ever since. In all honesty, before ASMR videos I could usually get a good nights rest, but since adding the prickling, picking, and tingles to my nightly routine… my sleep has been incredible.

If you don't know, ASMR or Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is “a tingling sensation that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine.” Imagine the feeling of someone softly oiling your scalp while softly lifting up your braids or rubbing your scalp. mhmmmmmmm. Feels good doesn’t it?

If you want to continue the good vibes, check out my top five ASMRtists to guide you towards better sleep.

Tingting ASMR

IMO she is best ASMRrtist on YouTube. Her videos are long (upwards of 30 minutes) and have such variety. She does amazing ear cleanings, lice checks, spa shampoos and even 8+ hour cross country flight. She’s an all around BOSS!

SemideCoco

A real life doctor in training, SemideCoco does great work! Her scalp checks with knitting needles do the trick every time. As an added bonus, she’s Canadian (eh), so her pronunciation is to die for. <3

Batala's ASMR

TINGLES & NAILS … Batala has the best sounds on YouTube… period. If you’re looking for a soothing voice & close to the mic work look no further. Videos averageabout 18-25 minutes, but that’s really all you need to be in a deep sleep.

Mondragon Chiropractic

Dr. Mondragon can get a little loud at times, but when she finds a good rhythm with her patients and the cracks start a coming…. the sounds are delightful.

I love her for the variety of sounds and the length of her videos.

Be Brave Be You ASMR

She’s new to my roster, but what a lovely addition. I’m partial to her ear cleaning videos and interactive role plays. Her videos are lengthy - sometimes over an hour. She does great works.

Good night,

Imani