I have found that there are some techniques I have employed that have assisted in more vivid, life-like dreams. I cannot say it will necessarily work for you, but I have been successful. I do not do this every night, and I change techniques frequently, depending on the day. I don’t use it for lucid dreaming; that is not my goal or attempt. The past couple years I have trying to develop a psychic arena for my dreams, and to answer personal problems in my life.
Vitamin B6
This is a helpful supplement to create the more bizarre dreams. I do not use this often, as it does not assist in any way except to make things seem really other-worldly. If you would like this effect, take 200 mg prior to sleep.
Magnesium
Again, I don’t use it often, but it can be helpful for some bizarre dreams. One pill should suffice.
5-HTP
Brilliant stuff, I take it for my fibromyalgia attacks and have found it does have a curious effect on dreaming. It manages to bring up people from the past, more often than not. One pill is sufficient.
Mugwort
I do take this every night. I boil it with my tea prior to bed time. This stuff is AMAZING. It slowly helps you develop heightened psychic awareness in both your real-life and dream-life. I would recommend it as an everyday thing.
Turmeric
I put a spoonful of turmeric in with my boiling tea water every evening. I have heard it is effective for dream work, although to be honest, I cannot confirm as I use it in combination with the mugwort. At the very least, it has proven health benefits, so I will continue with this path.
Melatonin
This is a big one. I have found I have quite vivid dreams when taking it. I do not take it every night, as one tends to build a tolerance to it. As little as 25 mg is acceptable, and does make a difference.
I am not a doctor, nor am I sure what techniques will work for you. I have found it most helpful for me, though, and can confirm I have had dreams about individuals I have never known and it turns out to be accurate.
Happy dreaming!!