Sleep Masks

The mask you keep on all night is the one that does not touch your eyelids. Contoured designs use molded cups that hold the fabric clear of the eyes, so you can open them underneath and there is no pressure on the lashes. Flat masks press, which is why they end up pushed onto your forehead by two in the morning.

Beyond the shape, the material decides how it feels. Silk satin is the smoothest against skin and the coolest in summer. Bamboo sits between comfort and blackout. Cooling gel inserts suit puffiness and headaches, and Bluetooth versions are built flat enough to sleep on your side while listening.

For blocking light at the window rather than at the eyes, see blackout curtains. Masks pair naturally with travel pillows for flights.