Sleep mask that doesn't shift during sleep

A sleep mask often slips because the strap is too loose or too tight, the shape doesn't fit your face, or your sleeping position causes the pillow to press against the mask. A good fit and a quick test before you go to sleep usually solve the problem.

Why a sleep mask slips

It is rarely just one thing. These are the four most common causes:

• The strap is too loose. A loose strap gives way as soon as you turn over. The mask then slips down your cheek or up onto your forehead.
• The strap is too tight. A tight strap pulls the mask along with every movement and can become uncomfortable.
• The shape doesn't fit. With a flat mask, there is space along your nose and cheeks. The mask then rolls away more easily.
• Your sleeping position. When you sleep on your side, the pillow pushes against the mask. You can read more about this in our article about a sleep mask for side sleepers.

How to test if a mask stays in place

Do this at home, at a quiet time, and not in the middle of the night:

1. Put on the mask and adjust the strap so that it fits snugly without pressing.
2. Turn your head back and forth a few times and check in the mirror whether the mask stays in place.
3. Lie down for a minute as you normally sleep, on your pillow and on your side.

Does the mask slip? Then adjust the strap first before choosing a different model.

What you can adjust yourself

Smooth your hair down before putting on the strap, because hair under the strap can cause it to slip. Also follow the washing instructions for your mask, because a strap can become looser over time [CHECK: does this apply to our masks?]. You can read how to clean a mask in cleaning a sleep mask.

Which mask is the right fit?

When choosing, look at the strap, the shape, and the material. In choosing a sleep mask, we compare the models. Our cotton PurelyGoods sleep mask is made of cotton, spandex, and polyester [CHECK: confirm material; strap, adjustability, and shape are missing from my list]. A mask only properly darkens your bedroom if it stays in place. View all sleep masks if you want to compare.