A sleeping mask can mean an overnight skincare product or an eye blindfold. Skincare masks deeply hydrate and repair the skin overnight. Eye masks block ambient light to promote restful sleep, improve alertness, and boost melatonin production. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

1. Skincare Sleeping Masks

• What they are: Lightweight creams or gels designed to be applied as the final step in your nighttime routine, left on overnight, and rinsed off in the morning. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

• Benefits: They lock in moisture, deliver deep hydration, and allow active ingredients (like hyaluronic acid or vitamin C) to seep into the skin while you sleep. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

• Popular Brands: Options like the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask or the Pilgrim Squalane Glow Sleeping Mask hydrate and brighten the complexion. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

2. Sleep Eye Masks

• What they are: Fabric blindfolds worn over the eyes, secured with an adjustable strap or elastic band to block out light.

• Benefits: By creating total darkness, they trigger natural sleep cues and help prevent disruptive light from interrupting your rest. Some models are contoured to relieve pressure on the eyes or feature built-in Bluetooth for meditation sounds.