Frankie Bridge's silk eye mask is hailed the ‘best sleep mask ever' by shoppers
Frankie Bridge gave fans a glimpse at one of her must-have sleep items, and Amazon shoppers say her padded silk eye mask is 'super soft and very comfortable'
When it comes to getting a good night's sleep, most of us will be willing to try anything if it means we can wake up feeling well rested and refreshed. For those who are light sleepers or sensitive to light, that can only mean one thing – an eye mask.
However, you can forget everything you think you know about tight, uncomfortable and flimsy sleep masks, because Frankie Bridge's go-to pick is here to change the game. The presenter posted a snap of herself post-snooze wearing the Drowsy Silk Sleep Mask, and a quick scan of Amazon reviews proves it's a worthwhile investment.
The highly-recommended eye mask is definitely an investment at £69, however it has a whole host of benefits that help improve not just the quality of your sleep, but your skin and hair, too. The Drowsy mask has thick, squishy padding that provides plenty of cushioning and comfort while you sleep.
It has a fully adjustable blackout design that blocks out all light interference, making it ideal for everything from your usual bedtime routine to wearing while travelling. It fastens with velcro at the back to get the perfect fit, and the wide strap prevents rubbing and digging in, as well as eliminating those dreaded lines in your hair that other masks' elastic straps cause.
If you prefer something with some stretch, Beauty Pie's Sleepeasy Luxury Mulberry Silk is £34 and has a silk-covered elasticated strap. Alternatively the £66 contoured Slip Sleep Mask also features a silk-covered elasticated strap, and has the added bonus of a contoured eye area that stops your lashes from rubbing or touching the material.
Frankie's Drowsy Silk Sleep Mask, however, is made from 22 momme padded mulberry silk, which comes with plenty of benefits alongside making it soft and comfortable to wear. The silk helps prevent friction from your pillows in the night which can cause the appearance of deep set wrinkles and creases on your skin over time.
Instead, the silk protects your delicate eye area from pulling and rubbing, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and preventing new ones from forming. It also helps reduce dark circles and fine lines.
The silk of the Drowsy Sleep Mask can even stop your skin from drying out as rapidly as standard cotton or polyester options, keeping it moisturised and letting your overnight skincare products work better. There's a huge 14 different colour options to choose from, including Frankie's navy version, printed and embroidered versions, and bold colours like lilac and pink.
Amazon shoppers are also big fans, with one saying its the: 'Best sleep mask I've used' before adding: 'I cannot sleep with any degree of light in the bedroom and have used various masks over the years. This mask, although really expensive, must be regarded as a necessary investment. This is the best mask that I've ever used. The adjustment at the back means that it will never feel too tight or loose and the design allows one to position the mask so there is no pressure on the back of your head if you sleep on your back. The mask is large enough that there is no light leakage no matter what position you sleep in. And then there is the comfort; the fabric and the filling are superb in this regard. I've never used such a wide mask before and it took me a couple of nights to adjust to that, but I now find it incredibly comfortable.'
Another agreed: 'I hate masks but this one is amazing - super soft, very comfortable to wear. Does not get in the way of getting to sleep and stays on! highly recommended."
Whilst someone else chimed in: 'This is amazing for travel.'
Some did find some issues, though, with one reviewer writing: 'Is a nice mask to wear during winter time but very sweaty from spring to autumn.'
Another said: 'Beautiful fabric and beautifully made. Its also surprisingly comfortable, I was concerned that I would feel a wide velcro band, but I don't notice it. However there is no travel pouch despite several photos showing one, I do find light sneaking under the nose slit which moves slightly whilst sleeping. It's also very expensive in comparison to other similar design masks. I need a bag to store when travelling so bearing in mind the high cost will purchase another similar brand next time.'
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