Best weighted eye masks to help improve your sleep
We’ve all heard of weighted blankets, but weighted eye masks are growing in popularity — here’s our guide to the best of the best out there.
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We’ve all heard of weighted blankets, but what about a weighted eye mask?
While clinical evidence is still limited, weighted eye masks use a form of deep touch pressure (DTP), which can help promote feelings of relaxation and calm.
Read on for our guide to how DTP works, as well as our roundup of the best weighted eye masks out there.
BEST WEIGHTED EYE MARKS TO TRY OUT
YFONG 3D Micro Weighted Eye Mask, Amazon Australia, $28 (down from $43.50)
This weighted mask uses a NANO glass beads and memory foam to apply light pressure when worn. Weighing 120g, the mask touts itself as comfortable to wear all night long and it has a 10mm eye socket section over the eyes for comfort and to block out light.
It’s racked up over 1,100 five-star ratings on the Amazon website, with happy customers calling it a “life saver”, noting that it “puts me asleep every time”. Others have said this mask “strikes the perfect balance” between providing weight while still being comfortable to wear.
Kleva Super Sleeper Pro Weighted Eye Mask With Hot Or Cold Therapy, OZSALE, $24.99 (down from $39)
Get ready to relax with this weighted eye mask that uses the same technology as a weighted blanket. The gentle pressure is designed to give you a relaxing and calming effect – and we love the oversized shape to ensure all light is completely blocked from your vision.
It’s made with a unique gel insert can be used hot or cold – simply pop it in the freezer or insert it into a bowl of hot water before use.
BUZIO Eye Mask for Sleeping, Amazon Australia, $15.60 (down from $19.50)
This top rated eye mask has a range of features designed to help promote sleep and relaxation. It has a bamboo side to deliver a cooling sensation while the opposite side is velvet for a more cosy feel.
Featuring a non toxic bead pack that can be both frozen or microwaved, the adjustable strap means it is suited to all head types.
“I love this mask! It blocks out all the light and is just the right weight to be comfortable on your face. The light pressure actually helps,” one five star review reads.
This mask gets the thumbs up for temporary use, however, some shoppers say it isn’t suited to all-night wear while sleeping due to its weight (approximately 453g).
eClicks Sleep Eye Mask for Men Women Eye Cover Weighted Unisex Night Mask, Amazon Australia, $16.99
Made from five layers of cotton, elastic and sponge, this eye mask applies “gentle touch” while also blocking out light to make it easier to sleep.
While it’s sold as a weighted eye mask its main feature is its ability to block out surrounding light.
The mask uses a bending cartilage design to block out light around the nose, while the elastic strap is adjustable.
EZONEDEAL Bluetooth Sleep Eye Mask, Catch, $34.99
If your partner snores or you like being able to drift off while listening to a podcast then this weighted mask with built-in headphones will be right up your alley. The bluetooth headphones are wireless with a battery life of 10 hours. Made from memory foam and with comfortable eye sockets and contour around the nose, this mask provides light pressure when worn.
Sharper Image Weighted Eye Mask, MyDeal, $24.95
Crafted from soft micro-plush fabric, designed to feel incredibly soft and comfortable on the skin, this weighted eye mask is perfect for those looking for a peaceful night’s sleep.
The best part? You can use it hot or cold, depending on whether you may have a headache or need something to cool you down during the night.
The Queen/King Sleep Bundle, Calming Blankets, from $304 (down from $423)
If you don’t like the idea of a weighted eye mask but would still like to experience the benefits of deep pressure touch then why not try a weighted blanket?
We love this bundle which includes either a king or queen sized weighted blanket, a satin eye mask (that’s not weighted) and an aromatherapy sleep spray.
WHAT IS DEEP TOUCH PRESSURE?
Deep touch pressure is used by both massage therapists and sleep experts as a way to help promote relaxation and feelings of calm.
“Deep pressure or deep touch pressure therapy (DTP) is a firm tactile sensory input that provides proprioceptive input to the whole body,” says Blys on-demand massage therapist, Ingrid Galloway.
“This can consist of firm hugs, firm strokings, cuddling, squeezing, compression, or swaddling. When administered to the whole body, deep touch pressure therapy (DTP) has a calming, organising effect on children and adults alike.”
“Like a massage, it stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system and helps us feel more relaxed and less anxious – which then leads to deeper, more rejuvenating rest,” says sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo, author of Bear, Lion Or Wolf: How Understanding Your Sleep Type Could Change Your Life(Angus & Robertson, $24.25).
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