Have you ever been woken up at the crack of dawn on vacation – or even at home – because the curtains or blinds don’t shut all the way and then you end up with that one slice of sunlight across your face that blinds you the moment you crack open an eye. Yeah, That’s happened to me more than once. It’s hard to feel rested when you don’t get enough uninterrupted sleep.
It’s because of mornings like this that I’ve taken to traveling with a sleep mask. And then I was so happy with how well I slept, I had one for home, too. The only problem is finding a good one. Sure, you can get a generic sleep mask, but why not spend a little more and get a really good one that will last and will give you the best sleep. Cabeau’s Midnight Magic can do just that.
A lot of people hate to have something against their eyes and, that’s the reason they hate most sleep masks. I don’t mind it, but Cabeau has made their sleep mask with an eye well that allows you to blink without your lashes getting crushed. It’s great for those that don’t enjoy having anything against their eyes and doesn’t ruin your REM sleep.
One of the problems I have with maskes is getting a good fit. The whole point is to block out the light, wherever you might be and this has a black-out adjustability. The nose bridge is moldable, so you can get just the right fit around your nose and cheeks, blocking out all the light and making your body think it’s night time, even if it’s not. So, you can get a good night’s sleep, or a good day’s sleep if you’re on the plane.
Also hard to find is a sleep mask that doesn’t wear out from putting it on and taking it off many times. Most just have an elastic strap, that is either too tight or too loose. I’ve actually had to tie a knot in one before, but Midnight Magic has a Velcro strap, so you can fit it to make it comfortable for you. It’s got a low profile, making it easy to sleep on your back, because it doesn’t dig into the back of your head.
You got the darkness and the fab fit, but what if you can’t sleep if it’s too loud? I’ve been on the plane with loud talkers and crying babies, but I’ve also been in a hotel with kids running up and down the hall and near round-the-clock construction. That’s fun, right? Well, Cabeau doesn’t want you to be in the dark and still not be able to sleep, so Midnight Magic has a this nifty little built-in pouch with ear plugs. They are memory foam, allowing them to conform to your ears and block out more noises than regular ear plugs. These are my favorites and even my husband can sleep soundly while wearing these, and he’s a pretty light sleeper. And I love that you can’t lose your ear plugs, because they always have a home!
Midnight Magic has just the right coverage for me, with a wide, comfortable head strap. It also lets your face breathe, which can be a whole different problem. It’s hard to sleep when your face is hot . With minimal points of contact, it helps to keep you as cool as possible, but also feels secure. I didn’t wake up in the night with it on top of my head, so that’s a win in my book.
Considering how well I slept at home with my Midnight Magic mask, I’m really looking forward to traveling with it. It’s soft and comfortable and perfectly adjustable to make it ideal for relaxation and sleep, whether you’re in a nice hotel room, bunking on the couch or traveling on the train. You’ll want one of these if sleep is even a little problem for you, or you just want to enhance your rest.
Other Specs
How much: $19.99
Colors: Black
More Details: 100% polyester, with an 80% EVA foam/20% brass wire nose bridge, elastic-free adjustable strap
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Disclosure: I was provided with the Midnight Magic Sleep Mask for the purposes of this review. As always, all opinions are 100% my own.
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