Effective and comfortable
This is the most cushiony sleep masks I've tried, so I was curious as to how all the extra cushion would impact using the mask.<br />Honestly, it doesn't make much difference.<br /><br />Sleeping with this on blocks out all light, so you can sleep well, even in a very brightly lit room.<br />That makes it perfect for people who have to sleep during the day or those who are sensitive to even small sources of light, which are hard to avoid due to the proliferation of electronics in our homes.<br /><br />Comfort wise, I would also give this high marks.<br />The mask did not impede my sleeping much, which is saying something because I am a fitful sleeper, prone to insomnia.<br />While I did push the mask around as I tossed and turned, it continued to block out light and did not shift much or irritate my skin.<br />Most importantly, this mask does not impede your ability to breathe through your nose or press on your eyes.<br /><br />I would also give this mask very high ratings on materials and construction.<br />While time and use alone will reveal its durability, I have a good feeling based on the way it is made that this sleep mask will hold up for a good long time.<br /><br />The only negative aspect of this sleep mask is the same design flaw I find with 99% of the sleep masks on the market, namely the velcro closure at the back.<br />While the closure is easy enough to use and adjust, if you have long hair like me, it inevitably gets caught in the velcro hooks, which in turn tears a few strands out.<br />The workaround I have found for this issue is to set the strap of the mask to the point where it is most comfortable for me, then wrap the exposed velcro hooks with yarn to prevent them from tearing at my hair.<br />While I am tempted to take a star off for this issue, I know it does not effect everyone and I am resigning myself to the fact that it is a feature of the vast majority of sleep masks.<br />Basically, it's just something people with longer hair kind of have to live with.<br /><br />If you are looking for a very high quality mask, I would recommend this one.<br />It is very effective at blocking light and very comfortable to wear during sleep.
Rating: 5 stars