Sleep Masks For Better Sleep
and Stress Relief 

Sleep masks are not a new concept in the search for a good nights sleep. They have been used for many years to help block out light to induce sleep and to help with stress relief.

However now you will find that things have moved on from the simple piece of cloth shaped like oversized goggles. Now with many years of experimentation and trials, masks have been developed to be more comfortable, more affective and something which anyone who has sleeping problems and are feeling stressed because of it will want to have close by.

I want to highlight two new designs of sleep masks which have proved to be very affective in helping to induce restful and refreshing sleep.

Glo to Sleep

At first glance this mask looks like something you would wear when going skiing. But its design is essential to its function which has been drawn from ancient wisdoms of relaxation.

Inside the mask is two light sensitive panels which hen held up to a reading lamp for a few minutes will glow a soft blue light. Simply pop them on, lie back and raise your eyes gently to focus on the blue lights.  This is to induce a feeling of relaxation and rest, slowing your thoughts down and allowing you to drift off to sleep.

Lavender scented sleep masks

This mask is more traditional looking and has been designed for someone who likes to sleep on their side.

Each mask is filled with Lavender flowers which when warmed up on your face will emit a gentle scent which is both relaxing and calming. Lavender has long been used for the relief of sleep problems and stress relief.

The mask also completely blocks out any light and is comfortable to wear and so can be worn all night without discomfort.

Melatonin, the sleep inducer

Our bodies all run on a clock which is controlled and maintained by various chemicals produced in our brains. One such chemical is Melatonin and this is the chemical which helps us to go to sleep.

The trigger for this chemical to be produced in sufficient quantities to induce sleep is darkness. So the reduction of light at night in your bedroom is essential for a good nights sleep. This is where Eye Mask come in and is especially useful where it is difficult to completely block out light from the room or if you have a partner who likes to read in bed.