The Best Sleep Masks for Traveling

Look no further for a gorgeously printed silk eye mask that's worth investing in.

To buy: matchesfashion.com, $61

This is the ultimate eye mask in our book. The contours may look a little alien-like, but once they're on, the rest of the world (including the flashing video games of the kids seated next to you on the plane) totally disappears.

To buy: amazon.com, $8

Binchotan charcoal purportedly promotes blood circulation, relieves eye pressure, and helps reduce headaches. This mask is infused with the “miracle charcoal” — which is white, and native to Japan — making it a top-notch accompaniment for travelers who tend to get stressed out.

To buy: needsupply.com, $26

The molded shape and flexible strap make this sleep mask perfect for just about anyone. It’s slightly raised, so it doesn’t actually touch your eyes — which is more hygienic — and fully blocks out the light.

To buy: shopbop.com, $18

Or go for something bold, like this colorful, ultra-soft cashmere eye mask.

To buy: matchesfashion.com, $81

There’s a reason why you’ve seen this sleep mask in fashion magazines and on beauty blogs; this industry favorite is hypoallergenic and made of the highest grade of mulberry silk, which doesn't dehydrate skin while you sleep. Plus, unlike cotton, silk doesn’t tug at skin.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $50

If you're looking for a stylish option, Slip now offers a Nordstrom-exclusive mask that gives new meaning to the term "beauty sleep."

To buy: nordstrom.com, $50

You may have heard of the positive effects of weighted blankets, and this unique eye mask has a similar goal. It's filled with microbeads that place a gentle pressure over your eyelids to deliver a calming sensation and help you fall asleep.

To buy: amazon.com, $32

The classic. This sleep mask has been sold at stores like Whole Foods for years and remains a top-seller on e-retailers like Amazon due to its charming, celestial design, ability to conform to all head shapes, and delicate (cotton and silk) fabric.

To buy: amazon.com, from $13

This adorable silk -satin eye mask comes with a bag that's perfect for travel.

To buy: matchesfashion.com, $60

Pair White + Warren’s cashmere eye mask with its must-have travel wrap (“It’s a like a blanket; I use it for staying warm, sleeping on the plane, or if I need a place to sit, I’ll roll it up — I can’t travel without it!” skincare mogul Tata Harper once told T+L), and get ready to have the most comfortable in-flight experience of your life. We especially recommend this mask for the traveler who always gets cold.

To buy: shopbop.com, $77

Illustrated by the designer —Morgan Curtis — herself, this charming sleep mask is made of extra soft silk charmeuse (so you don’t have to worry about waking up with any of those dreaded face lines) and features an adorable sketch of hopping sheep.

To buy: shopbop.com, $98

This simple, 100 percent mulberry silk mask is Amazon's No. 1 best-seller in the sleep mask category and has racked up more than 10,000 five-star reviews.

To buy: amazon.com, from $10