Eye masks do a great job of blocking out ambient light, which can improve sleep quality and deepen REM sleep. Saatva offers eye masks that are made of 100% mulberry silk. Our high-quality mulberry silk is made of long fibers for a more refined feel. They contain natural proteins and amino acids to help soothe the delicate skin around the eyes. We chose 22 momme silk for its perfect balance of durability and smooth hand feel. “Momme” is the unit used to describe the weight of silk thread. Lightweight silk helps insulate the skin to prevent moisture loss. Its smooth, frictionless surface is also gentle on your skin.
The Saatva Silk Eye Masks are naturally hypoallergenic, breathable, and temperature-regulating. The luxuriously smooth silk prevents creases and protects the delicate eye area from friction. Blocking out light also signals your body to produce more of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin. This can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Our masks offer a flat surface on the interior and exterior.
We also offer a weighted eye mask. A weighted sleep mask contains some type of weighted filler material like microbeads, sand, or glass beads. It provides the same deep pressure stimulation of a weighted blanket, but for tired eyes. Ours contain all-natural glass beads in a baffled internal design to provide gentle, even pressure.
Just as a massage therapist might place a warm towel or bean bag over your eyes to promote relaxation, the gentle pressure from a weighted eye mask may help you decompress and relax. It’s great for soothing tired eyes and may even help relieve light headaches.
The Saatva Silk Eye Masks can be found here: Eye Masks