What is the Essentia & Dave Asprey Sleep Study
This study investigates the benefits of sleeping on the Dave Asprey Upgrade, an exclusive advanced sleep surface with Enhanced EMF Protection Foam and a Graphene-Infused Organic Cotton Cover, available on Essentia's performance mattresses: Classic REM5 or Dormeuse REM9 which have been proven to increase the time spent in REM and Deep Sleey by 20% to 60%. With the data-driven insights of the Oura Ring, participants will track their sleep patterns using the Oura Ring before and after transitioning to their new Essentia mattress, contributing valuable data to understand the impact of this powerful sleep combination.
By participating, you'll not only gain access to premium sleep technology at an exclusive price but also contribute to the advancement of sleep science.
Join the Sleep Study
This is more than just a mattress – it's an investment in your health and a unique opportunity to be part of cutting-edge sleep research.
When you join the Essentia & Dave Asprey Sleep Study, you'll receive:
- The Dave Asprey Upgrade by Essentia on Your Choice of a Classic REM5 or Dormeuse REM9: Experience the unparalleled comfort and support of Essentia's patented Beyond Latex organic foam, designed for optimal spinal alignment and deeper, more restorative sleep.
- Oura Ring Generation 4 (Silver or Black): Gain invaluable insights into your sleep patterns, activity levels, heart rate variability, and more with the advanced Oura Ring.
- 1-Year Subscription to the Oura App: Unlock the full potential of your Oura Ring data with a year-long subscription to the Oura app, providing personalized sleep analysis and recommendations.
Free Shipping
All items are shipped for free to your door via FedEx.
At checkout, you may opt to upgrade your mattress shipping option to In-Home Delivery for $299.
Final Sale
Please note that participation in this sleep study is a final sale and is not eligible for Essentia's standard 120-Day Sleep Trial.
Your Journey to Optimized Sleep: The Participation Steps
Pre-Mattress Phase (8-12 Weeks): Baseline Data Collection
- Purchase Participation: Select your preferred mattress model and size (Dave Asprey Upgrade in a Classic REM5 or Dormeuse REM9 in Queen or King).
- Contract and Ring Sizing: Upon purchase, you will automatically receive a participation contract for electronic completion and signature. Important: Your participation is contingent upon the timely completion of this contract.
- Oura Ring Delivery: Your Oura Ring or ring sizing kit will be shipped within a week of successfully signing the contract.
- Baseline Data Tracking: Begin wearing your Oura Ring and consistently share your sleep data collected on your current mattress for 8 to 12 weeks. This crucial step establishes your baseline sleep patterns before you transition to the Essentia mattress.
Mattress Transition Phase (Approximately 12 Weeks After Purchase)
- Essentia Mattress Production & Shipping: Your handcrafted Dave Asprey Upgrade by Essentia mattress will be produced and shipped to arrive approximately 12 weeks after your initial purchase.
- Action Required: Mattress Switch Confirmation: You will receive a notification (via Typeform) to confirm when you have switched from your old mattress to your new Essentia mattress. Prompt confirmation is essential to move to the next phase of the study.
Post-Mattress Phase (10 Weeks): Essentia Sleep Data Collection
- Sleeping on Your Essentia Mattress: Enjoy the benefits of your new Essentia mattress and continue wearing your Oura Ring nightly.
- Essentia Sleep Data Sharing: Consistently share your sleep data collected while sleeping on your new Essentia mattress for a period of 10 weeks.
- Important: Failure to share sleep data at the end of the study, as outlined in the participation contract, may result in a penalty fee of $500.
What Data is Oura Sharing for the Sleep Study?
As part of your participation in the Essentia & Dave Asprey Sleep Study, the following data points collected by your Oura Ring will be securely shared to contribute to the research:
- Sleep Duration: The total amount of time you spend asleep each night.
- Deep Sleep: The duration of your deep sleep stages, crucial for physical restoration.
- REM Sleep: The duration of your Rapid Eye Movement sleep stages, important for cognitive function and memory consolidation.
- Heart Rate Variability (HRV): A measure of the variation in time between your heartbeats, an indicator of your body's recovery and stress levels.
- Body Temperature: Your nightly body temperature readings, which can provide insights into your sleep cycles and overall health.
- Wake Periods: The number and duration of times you wake up during the night.
In addition to this sleep-related data, we will also collect the following demographic information that you have provided to Oura:
- Gender
- Age
Important Privacy Note: While the sleep and demographic data listed above will be shared for the purposes of this study, your personally identifiable information (such as your name, email address, and other direct contact details associated with your Oura account) will not be shared by Oura with Essentia or the sleep study researchers. The data we receive will be anonymized and used in aggregate for analysis, ensuring your individual identity remains protected.
Your privacy is paramount. All data shared will be used solely for the purpose of this sleep study and will be handled in accordance with strict confidentiality protocols outlined in the participation contract. Your individual identity will be protected in any analysis or publication of the study results.
Data-Driven Sleep Analysis with Oura Ring
Partnering with Oura, the leader in sleep and health tracking, allows us to gather precise, continuous data on your sleep stages, HRV, and more. The advanced sensors of the Gen4 Oura Ring provide the objective measurements crucial for understanding the impact of the Dave Asprey Upgrade by Essentia mattress on your sleep quality throughout our study.
Gain Comparative Sleep Insights
Beyond your personal sleep journey, you'll have the opportunity to not only improve your own sleep but also to see how your sleep data compares with the aggregated results of fellow study participants. We will share aggregated, anonymized data insights from all participants, providing valuable context and allowing you to see how your results align with the larger group experiencing the Dave Asprey Upgrade by Essentia.
