This is a handmade lightweight cotton sleeping mask.
Designed to be lightweight as some masks can be heavy. I would not suggest this for people working nightshift OR for travelling these require a heavy sleeping mask to block out daylight.
This is perfect for people with Fibromyalgia or CPD as it is essential to block out light sources from the room. This could be an alarm clock, standby button on the T.V, mobile phone charger etc...
The sleeping masks has a small elasticated band to hold it in place.
Why you should block out light before and during sleep
http://sleepfoundation.org/sleep-news/lights-out-good-nights-sleep
Exposure to light stimulates a nerve pathway from the eye to parts of the brain that control hormones, body temperature and other functions that play a role in making us feel sleepy or wide-awake.
Too much light, right before bedtime may prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep. In fact, one study recently found that exposure to unnatural light cycles may have real consequences for our health including increased risk for depression. Regulating exposure to light is an effective way to keep circadian rhythms in check.
During the day, find time for sunlight, or purchase a light-box or light visor to supplement your exposure to light.
At night, keep your sleep environment dark. Light-blocking curtains, drapes or an eye mask can also help, and if you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night, avoid as much light as possible by using a low illumination night light. For shift workers , who need get their zzz’s during the day wearing dark glasses to block out the sunlight on the way home from work is another way to limit light before bedtime. Some research indicates that the body may never fully adapt to shift work, especially for those who switch to a normal weekend sleep schedule. Establish a routine for sleep to avoid dozing with the television or lights on.
Before bedtime, limit television viewing and computer use, especially in the bedroom, as they hinder quality sleep. A good way to start relaxation before sleep is to lay in bed with a sleep mask on and listen to music
Designed to be lightweight as some masks can be heavy. I would not suggest this for people working nightshift OR for travelling these require a heavy sleeping mask to block out daylight.
This is perfect for people with Fibromyalgia or CPD as it is essential to block out light sources from the room. This could be an alarm clock, standby button on the T.V, mobile phone charger etc...
The sleeping masks has a small elasticated band to hold it in place.
Why you should block out light before and during sleep
http://sleepfoundation.org/sleep-news/lights-out-good-nights-sleep
Exposure to light stimulates a nerve pathway from the eye to parts of the brain that control hormones, body temperature and other functions that play a role in making us feel sleepy or wide-awake.
Too much light, right before bedtime may prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep. In fact, one study recently found that exposure to unnatural light cycles may have real consequences for our health including increased risk for depression. Regulating exposure to light is an effective way to keep circadian rhythms in check.
During the day, find time for sunlight, or purchase a light-box or light visor to supplement your exposure to light.
At night, keep your sleep environment dark. Light-blocking curtains, drapes or an eye mask can also help, and if you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night, avoid as much light as possible by using a low illumination night light. For shift workers , who need get their zzz’s during the day wearing dark glasses to block out the sunlight on the way home from work is another way to limit light before bedtime. Some research indicates that the body may never fully adapt to shift work, especially for those who switch to a normal weekend sleep schedule. Establish a routine for sleep to avoid dozing with the television or lights on.
Before bedtime, limit television viewing and computer use, especially in the bedroom, as they hinder quality sleep. A good way to start relaxation before sleep is to lay in bed with a sleep mask on and listen to music
