I use this on the lowest setting, https://www.amazon.com/Simulation-Winshine-Dimmable-Bedrooms-Nightstand/dp/B08ZSMLJBZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?adgrpid=61575611248&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIypuu39yw-QIVK8qUCR2WAgSPEAAYAiAAEgLHKfD_BwE&hvadid=409958429694&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9058138&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2780783680241795407&hvtargid=kwd-299442058070&hydadcr=12189_11119262&keywords=nightlight+clock&qid=1659737707&sr=8-7

and cover with a pillowcase to make it even dimmer. Then I have light blocking curtains to block out streetlights. I just feel like as dark as possible is best, but a lil light to simulate moonlight in the wild . I only close the curtains after all natural light has dimmed away, to give effect of the wild too