Best sleep masks according to redditors
We found 409 Reddit comments discussing the best sleep masks. We ranked the 137 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 409 Reddit comments discussing the best sleep masks. We ranked the 137 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I’ve worked midnights for a decade. Charles Dickens is my last resort. When I put that on, I have Great Expectations that I’ll be asleep soon. It was free on audible a little while ago but you can get potato quality recordings on livrvox for free.
Here’s my sleep aide list I give to new employees on the shift.
Not that you asked.
Melatonin. Try different brands. I like strawberry chewy one. I found one brand that just doesn’t work for me and another brand that lead to chronic nightmares. Switch it up if the first kind doesn’t do it for you.
Get a sleep mask (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003CGJRNK/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1) I like this one. The large eye cavity and lip at the bottom are essential. The lip keeps out the light. The large space in the eye balls keeps the headaches away.
Get soft ear plugs (LaserLite, they’re pink and yellow). Don’t use the hard foam cheap bullshit. Fuck that noise. They don’t even stay in your ears. The pink and yellow are like, the soft caress of a spring breeze in a field with gentle rolling hills as you notice a fawn nibbling on grass at the edge of a mysterious wood.
Download the ambiance app. There’s a couple thousand sounds and you can customize your loop so you can do like, thunderstorm and waves crash plus a heart beat if that’s your sleepy time jam.
Experiment with sounds. For a 4 month period 3 years ago, i discovered a loop of a group of Spanish people conversing in a room that put me out. Some of the sounds on the app are fucking wild. Fire fight in Iraq? Check. Old man weeping? Check. Prison fight? Check. Ford assembly plant? Check. They have normal sounds too but I’m saying you’d be surprised what will help you sleep. If your an insomniac you’re at the edge of your rope anyway so just try something that may seem counterintuitive.
Take a bath. Really step up your bath game with lavender bath salts and candles. Am I a middle age lady treating myself or a manic depressive shift worker trying to catch some z’s? Why not both?
Google sleep aide tea. I like the chamomile but you do you.
Get a heating pad and place it on your stomach or neck. I don’t know, it’s soothing.
In terms of diet, I don’t drink caffeine or sugary soda 3-5 hours before bed. Alcohol tends to interrupt my sleep so it’ll initially put me out but I’ll wake up earlier and won’t feel as rested. So I don’t really drink much during the week anymore. So consider what you’re putting in your body that could be effecting your sleep.
The guy who narrates forensic files makes me super sleepy but my brother thinks that’s creepy. I don’t know why a murder show makes me tired. I don’t ask questions, I just appreciate the sleep.
Anyway, hope that helps.
You need to find somewhere else to live. Until such time that can be arranged I suggest investing in a sleep mask.
I have lived in similar situations before and from my experience people like this DON'T GIVE A FUCK ABOUT YOU. They are not bad people per se, they just have no empathy. Good luck.
First, find yourself a Safe Parking location and get in there if you can.
For Los Angeles: https://www.safeparkingla.org/
Long Beach's pilot Safe Parking program starts in September.
If you're not in a Safe Parking location, you'll want to block out your windows at night. Whether or not you're in a Safe Parking location, you also might want to get a good sleep mask and some earplugs.
If you're in neighborhoods, vary your parking spot as much as you can (choose different streets or different neighborhoods for the night if possible), and be a good neighbor -- no noise, no trash, no sitting in your vehicle with the music on even if the windows are up, no pacing up and down in front of houses talking on your phone at night, no peeing on trees or pooping in bushes, no sneaking up to houses to turn on their hose to get water, no chain-smoking outside someone's home, no drugs. All these things make it more likely that someone will ask the cops to ask you to move on.
A YMCA membership for showering and a bathroom is a great idea, especially if you need to get out of the heat and just sit somewhere air conditioned and read or charge your electronics. Some have wifi and TVs too. However, joining something like 24-hour Fitness means you have 24/7 access to showers and restrooms, although they might be less chill about people hanging out charging your electronics or reading or something.
Eggshell foam is going to get unbearably hot to sleep on and isn't going to provide you much support -- you're going to be aching in the morning after a night or two. If you have any spare cash, you can get an okay mattress at IKEA for $60.
Public libraries are also good for getting into air conditioning and charging your devices, plus you get to read whatever you want and stuff.
And good eye mask for when they need to nap during the day. I found a slightly weighted one works good and stays in place. I like this one as it has little plastic pellets in it to conform to your face, really blocks out light good, yet still is cool and lets air flow.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HTYJLO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image
Depends on the sleep mask. I've had really crappy ones & I've had great ones. I love this one. It blocks out all the light and conforms to your face with no light leaks. Plus the eyes are rounded so your eyelashes don't touch the mask.
I cannot sleep on planes, so long flights are hell. Here is how I do by best to cope with it.
Firstly, make sure you are comfortable, don't wear too tight clothing, wear layers in case it gets too hot or cold. I also bring slippers and change into those on the flight. (Mainly because I'm usually wearing my largest hiking shoes to save on space in my bag.) Also if you can put as much as you can in the overhead, don't waste your precious foot area space with another carryon that you don't need for the next 11 hours.
I also usually have either a travel blanket or sarong with me to use as a blanket. I then have a "DogBone" style travel pillow, which I find is better than the half intertube type travel pillows. I then have an eye mask that blocks out light, even though I cannot sleep it helps to make you feel like you are in a different place. I also have a bunch of ear plugs as I tend to easily loose them.
Then you need to have your distractions. I make sure to have movies/tv already downloaded to my phone or tablet. Same with ebooks and music. I also travel with multiple USB power packs to rejuice my devices. And then I carry a sudoku book, and extra paper (to write travel memories or doodle.)
I also make sure to have at least 2-3 full water bottles, as you want to keep hydrated. Avoid salty foods as well as those with too much sugar. But I also make sure to have snacks on hand. The name of the game is preparedness.
I don't have any experience with OTC drugs to sleep, as again I cannot sleep on planes. I would suggest trying whatever you have out prior to taking the flight, as you might have strange reactions. Nothing like trying to take something, and instead be bolt awake and not feeling well. I do have prescribed sleep medication, but its weird, if you don't fall asleep within 20-30 minutes of taking it, it has the opposite reaction and you'll heart will start racing. So I don't take it on flights.
Make sure to stretch and change up your seat position. I like to rest my eyes by putting the pill in front of me and essentially face plant the seat in front.
Make sure to get up every once in a while (mine is every 3-4 hours) and go to the bathroom, or just walk and down the aisle, etc. Stretch as you go. Note that some flight attendants won't like or won't let you just hang out at the back of the plane. (Usually because of safety issues.) Even if the flight attendant is being rude to you, make sure to be nice and smile. It will help later, as you can usually go to the back and request some water to keep hydrated. Also make sure not to get up during drink/meal service.
And good luck. I can handle 9 hour flights no problem, but longer than that its awful.
it won’t drip water in your eyes and it straps so you can walk around/roll around at ease... but are only cold for like 45 min. I have six. My best find so far.
Here's a mask and earplugs. Wear them when you're about to get offended.
This is what I got:
Bluetooth Sleeping Eye Mask | Sleep Headphones, Joseche Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Music Travel Sleeping Headset 4.2 Bluetooth Handsfree Sleep Eye https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F59HQRC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_JiH3fPBdxFEG6
But there's also a lot of other similar products if you want to poke around a bit.
Eye mask + earplugs and you'll be in your own little world, highly recommended.
Edit: This is what I use:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F99B1MS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JE2C9Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Problem solved
I tried to post this earlier, but I think the age of my account triggered the filter:
The Waterfall system is an interesting idea, but is it worth it at its current price? In a comment on the original announcement post, Abe mentioned that the Waterfall could hold "more than people are assuming," and that's technically true. The system can accommodate my Spirit-Airlines-LA-to-San-Francisco-No-Carry-On flying kit, which includes a water bottle, a light shell jacket, a book, a sleep mask, ear plugs, a passport wallet (can't find a link for this, it's a slim-ish RRL epi-leather thing), and a cell phone charger with cord--but not comfortably. If you're only carrying flat things (even heavy ones), it's surprisingly stable and very pleasant to use. But when items with a horizontal height of more than an inch or so are loaded into it, the system starts to feel unbalanced and awkward to me.
It might be okay as a super-minimalist laptop bag, but I'd be afraid to set it down anywhere without giving the landing zone some thought. The last generation 13MBP feels made for it, but nothing bigger than that, including the new 15-inch models, will fit. You can throw the charger in the medium pouch, but if you wrap the cord around it like I do, it bulges pretty substantially, and will bang into the laptop (audibly) if you move at anything faster than a walking pace.
In general, I think the bag looks quite nice, and I actually enjoy the mandatory compartmentalization. The AustriAlpin slide adjuster works well, but some of the coating was worn off around the mechanism when it arrived. That's a small thing, but I really feel that if it's going to maintain it's current $425 price-point after the experimental phase, it's really going to have to be perfect. The Dynylon Molly Webbing deserves a shoutout, as it looks much better than tradition molle (especially on the front, where it's installed in such as way as to be slightly recessed). The main Dyneema material is still its same crinkly self, and for whatever reason this bag felt louder than the Quadzip to me, especially when it rubbed against the gore-tex of my coat.
In short, I quite like this bag aesthetically, and I'm glad that Outlier decided to do the experiment, but my own use case is too limited to justify the somewhat eye-watering price tag. Fortunately, I do still have a very nice non-backpack option that I'm quite attached to.
You can get it there, yeah. It's this one!
Something like this works better and is more comfortable
Quick additions:
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Ear plugs - the little foamy disposable ones - from Amazon
Also a good eye mask, I found one at Bed, Bath, and Beyond years ago. Something like this should do the trick.
Good luck!
Hoods can be extremely unpleasant to breath under and can be claustrophobic. They can also prevent hearing what is being said.
Hey, I have trouble sleeping if there's light, too (and unfortunately there's a streetlight right outside my bedroom). I have this sleep mask. It's very soft and blocks light completely. It's my favorite of all I've tried.
[Get an eye bra! :D] (http://www.amazon.com/Bedtime-Bliss®-Contoured-Comfortable-Moldex®/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1464298542&sr=8-4&keywords=eye+mask)
https://www.amazon.com/Bedtime-Bliss-BTB01-Contoured-Comfortable/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=zg_bs_3764231_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=P0CS605C9EQZWW662YA5
The best.
Right here, OP. This was the difference maker for me. I've tried several masks and can still only use this dinky little silk one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GSO1D9O/
The trick to getting used to it was to not try to fall asleep with it on at night (impossible, right?), but to keep it nearby and go to bed with the curtains open. Around 5am when the sun filled the room, I would reach for the mask and the slight discomfort had no chance at keeping me from going back to sleep. A few weeks of this and my body associated the feeling of the mask with blissful sleep.
I have a few solutions to this as i myself have gone to the extremes on sleep deprivation at lib. Here are a few game changers that made a world of difference.
Be creative and innovative with these as they can look really cool too! Your tent will be dramatically more comfortable all day.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LZN0KGB/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526521307&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=survival+blanket&psc=1
They come in multi packs to save money. Also if you have extra, im sure your neighbors will appreciate it greatly if you donate a few. The only drawback is the noise, so ensure you address this. Installing them on the inside of your tent is also an option.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B076VTXWBP/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526521562&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=earpeace&psc=1
I go to tons of concerts! These are exceptional not only for being FRONT ROW! but amazing for sleep as well. They are inexpensive and worth every dollar, and super comfortable!
Onnit new mood!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AFB5U3Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526521888&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=new+mood+onnit&psc=1
Take these before bed. Such a great balanced formula and one of the best regenerative items ive found yet!
Nuff said
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GSO1D9O/ref=mp_s_a_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1526522197&sr=8-5&keywords=eye+mask+for+sleeping&dpPl=1&dpID=31eeIOXqJoL&ref=plSrc
Ill keep this short, they just work, period.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XKLYWFU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1526522342&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=cool+towels+for+neck&dpPl=1&dpID=41vWMI5EJzL&ref=plSrch
We discovered these and theyre awesome! We wet them down at the water stations which are everywhere throughout Lib. They feel amazing in the sun and in a wierd way are kinda fun, idk. Lol
Make sure you keep these all cool and dry.
I recommended a cooler scenario in another sub, but ill repeat it here.
Dry ice in your cooler is the best way to refrigerate all weekend that i have found, minus actually having a refrigerator.
Tip: careful with dry ice as it can burn you and mess up your cooler if not prepared properly. Wrap it in brown paper to prevent direct contact with the sides and bottom of your cooler. Also, if you put actual ice around the dry ice this works too. We got a solid 3 days of awesome cooler performance this way. Cover your cooler during the day with the above mentioned mylar blankets for even better performance.
I hope this helps. Unfortunately I can't be at LIB this year, so this post helps me cope with said situation.
I have many other pro tips if anyone is interested so hit me up
Love you LIB!
You could always wear a sleep mask.
http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Essentials-Dreams-Contoured-Earplugs/dp/B000CCI4YU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397678528&sr=8-1&keywords=sleep+mask
Hey, I have the same problem. Had since I was 19. Dark circles are much more pronounced for me than for other people. I look like I got in a fight recently if I don't take care of myself. I use a humidifier in my room in the winter so I don't dry up. I also use these https://www.amazon.com/IMAK-Compression-Pain-Relief-Pillow/dp/B001HTYJLO/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1518869353&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=imak&th=1
I have three I put in a bowl in the freezer and I use them maybe a half hour to an hour a day (I can rotate them if they lose their cold, that's why I have 3 but they still feel ok without being cold) while I listen to a podcast or whatever. I also try to reduce my time in front of screens - computer, tv, cell phone, etc. as that really aggravates my eyes.
I also got a pair of gunnar glasses which helps a ton with my dark circles from using screens. - specifically sheadog prescription yellow tint. Most are yellow tint and non-prescription.
A tablet + a server running plex.
Replaces a TV, DVD player, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon et al accounts. Provides tons of entertainment when at home and when traveling.
Sleep Stuff
Personally I think there's really no proper way to value a good night's sleep. After years of dealing with poor sleep due to breathing problems in a dry climate and living with obnoxious neighbors whose religion prohibits using headphones figuring out some cheap solutions to my sleep issues has yielded immeasurable quality of life improvements.
Nasal dialaters.
I was having a lot of problems sleeping due to narrow nasal pathways + seasonal changes and my BP was off the charts. The quality of life improvement from quality sleep is hard to quantify as a value.
[Really comfy sleep masks.] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FJQFJX8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1)
The inner lining on these ones reliably peels off for me but I still use mine and I think I could put these on 1 mile from the sun and not see light.
Super comfortable noise canceling ear buds
I have a ridiculously loud 300lb stomping upstairs neighbor who enjoys putting together furniture at 3am due to either meth or sleep apnea or both. He also really enjoys his shitty 1990s R&B. I've had several confrontations and he's changed some of it but you can't request someone not walk around their apartment when they want. I think he has knee problems so his steps are really heavy. These things are the best answer I could find. If I put these on + a TV show it drowns him out. It sucks to rely on noise to cancel out other noise but I love these things, they're super comfortable and they do the job I need.
Coffee Stuff
GeneCafe Coffee Roaster
So I'm the sort of person who is willing to spend the right amount of money when there's value. For me roasting my own coffee provides tons of value. For starters you can order green beans online for $3-5 a lb. I order 6+ months worth of coffee at a time for around $100, give or take. This roaster has now paid for itself compared to buying coffee at my favorite roaster and is in line with the stale, burnt tasting shit you can buy in giant vats at the grocery store.
But beyond just that I get the supreme joy of truly fresh roasted coffee roasted to a level I like which is a lot different than the black and greasy shit you'll get at Kroger's or whatever. I also love that I can bring this is going to be useful if/when I'm living on a homestead somewhere.
Stainless Steel French Press
Goes with the above. I used to buy glass ones and break them, but this $40 french press will probably last for a very long time with only the screen to worry about replacing and god only knows how long that will take.
[Rough Bur Grinder] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001804CLY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
I really enjoy replacing electronic equipment with stuff I can power with elbow grease. It's not much of a workout, but it's quieter and still does the same job as the electric one I had purchased and unless other electric ones I'm not sure this one will ever break. My previous ones would break/clog constantly, this one has been trucking without issue for a year and I suspect will last several.
There is certainly no way they're going to turn off exterior lighting for you. Buy one of these; I never would have been able to sleep without mine.
> USpicy Face Mask
https://www.amazon.com/USpicy-Contoured-Lightweight-Comfortable-Guaranteed/dp/B013S9CPDE
These are good: https://www.amazon.ca/Sleep-Mask-Design-PrettyCare-Sleeping/dp/B019JY9BO8/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sleeping+mask&qid=1554985985&s=gateway&sr=8-3
Make sure to keep your bedroom cool when you're trying to sleep.
This sucks, a few notes that may be useful to you and other users:
In terms of fixing this current situation the best you can do is to talk to the host and the other guests. There's nothing foolproof though. If you can afford it then it may be worth cutting your losses and staying elsewhere (sunk cost fallacy) but I understand that for a lot of folks that's just financially not possible.
I wear a sleep mask that doesn't press against my eyes. I am unable to see anything so that way I'm not looking at a corpse laying on my chest or a dark figure at the foot of my bed. Just darkness. The only hallucinations I have are the chirps and beeps. It might just be a personal thing that works for me but give it a shot. They look like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000CCI4YU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2/179-7801146-2666806?qid=1407273964&sr=1-2
I cannot sleep without this mask if it's at all light in the room - I've ordered like 5+ over the years for myself (replacing lost ones, lol) and various family members. I much prefer it to the foam mask type that you linked - I find that the nose guard thingy really helps with light. I used to use that type of mask - I would pick them up at TJ Maxx or wherever - but after having this one for the past few years I can't go back. Plus it comes with ear plugs and a little carrying case! I don't use the ear plugs much at all, but I got one of these for a friend and she swore by the ear plugs in college.
The one thing is, it's machine washable (delicate) but not dryable - it still works if you put it in the dryer, but it starts peeling/separating. Still usable, but kind of annoying. It's definitely not cooling tho :/
Alternatives:
I'm going to second the eye mask -- You know how "weighted blankets" are pretty popular right now (I have one and LOVE it), well you can get weighted eye masks. I travel a lot and this thing is a game changer for me. It completely blocks out light (because it's filled with glass beads it contours to your face so no light seeping in), it's super cooling and comfortable. It also reduces puffy eyes from jet lag, etc. You can get them on Amazon, this is the one I have and I use it every night even though I don't have a light problem like you. It may be a good solution for you if you cannot get the lights changed.
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https://www.amazon.ca/IMAK-A30131-Eye-Pillow-Black/dp/B001HTYJLO/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=weighted+night+mask&qid=1556114806&s=gateway&sr=8-12
Here's the official DJT (republican party?) Defense kit.
https://www.amazon.com/Bedtime-Bliss-BTB01-Contoured-Comfortable/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1495730731&sr=8-3&keywords=sleep+mask+with+ear+plugs
Whiskey for when she gets home.
This sleep mask
High quality ear plugs. My fiance and I are both nurses, I can sleep fine with my bulk box of foam ear plugs from Walmart but she likes higher quality softer ones. I've tried them. They are better, but mine work fine.
Side note, for her birthday I paid for custom plugs made at an audiologist. They were more comfortable but don't block enough sound for her to use. So that was $80 well spent.
Maybe a bottle of melatonin? Or just more whiskey.
I really like the Alaska Bear one, it's silky smooth and covers more than just your eyes so absolutely no lights get in:
https://www.amazon.com/ALASKA-blindfold-super-smooth-Lifetime-Warranty/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1484581741&sr=8-3&keywords=eye+mask
You can buy basically anything on Amazon and it will come in a plain brown cardboard box. Under-the-mattress restraint systems work well and you can tuck them away when not in use. If buying things online isn't possible, you can get rope at the hardware store. If you do get into rope bondage, make sure to read extensively on safety. And someone who is tied up should not be left alone.
For a blindfold, I really like this silk sleep mask. It's very soft and it covers well without putting pressure on your nose bridge.
Check out /r/bdsmcommunity for more help.
I use this: https://www.amazon.com/ALASKA-BEAR%C2%AE-Natural-blindfold-super-smooth/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1479715465&sr=8-4&keywords=blindfold
It's comfortable and easy to pull down.
For 4bld, 5bld, and mbld I also sometimes use blindfolds customized from artscow, comprising a U.S.A. flag, a U.C. Berkeley bear logo, and a plain white one with signatures of cubers. I don't use these for 3bld because they are slower for me to pull down.
How much luggage does he travel with and how many countries is he going to? That will determine what’s a good choice.
My fave travel gadgets have been
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00X5RV14Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511981716&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=20000+mah+portable+charger&dpPl=1&dpID=31MnmAEjDaL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01K1TX77W/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1511981752&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=travel+towel&dpPl=1&dpID=416HcYQQ56L&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004ZIDXK2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511981907&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=cabeau+evolution+pillow&dpPl=1&dpID=41RvkBLi8jL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GSO1D9O/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511981971&sr=8-3&keywords=eye+mask&dpPl=1&dpID=41NEugUfp7L&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XW0P84I/ref=mp_s_a_1_11_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511982013&sr=8-11&keywords=ear+plugs
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015RZTPJY/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1511982056&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=collapsible+water+bottle&dpPl=1&dpID=41lBy7By8XL&ref=plSrch
http://www.eddiebauer.com/product/stowaway-packable-20l-daypack/82300168?showProducts=111&color=147&sizetype=&size=
Luxury Patented Sleep Mask, Nidra® Deep Rest Eye Mask with Contoured Shape and Adjustable Head Strap, Sleep Satisfaction Guaranteed, Sleep Anywhere, Anytime https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M9BC1M8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_32iuzbWDJM9RC
This is my favorite eye mask. Also, blackout curtains, a white noise machine, caffeinated beverages, ear plugs.
these look like just a thin sheet of foam cut to the template. Materials wise probably cost no more than $0.50. Just go to your local arts and crafts store and by a foam sheet and cut it yourself. Or better yet, buy a memory foam sleeping mask from amazon.com for $8 each, cheaper than these and more comfortable.
http://www.amazon.com//dp/B013S9CPDE/
This is the one I used, but honestly, any sleeping eye mask will do.
You could pick some up at the dollar store and see which one is most comfortable fit to you!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0142TUPE0
Yeah totally! I have two of these, just standard ones , one like this, that’s clay, and one like this, that covers the sinuses too.
I have no idea why heat on the feet and ice on the head works so damn well but it really does!
Are you in to butt stuff? The Aneros is great.
Playing with a woman? Magic is the correct description. There are male attachments, which I just found while getting the link.
Fleshlight, man. Fleshlight.
Again, if you're playing with someone else, a wartenberg wheel is great fun. Especially with a blindfold. The earplugs aren't really necessary, but can be used elsewhise.
Bucky
http://www.amazon.com/Bucky-Eye-Shades-Earplugs-Black/dp/B000FFSWAU/ref=pd_sim_hpc_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=0A4NQSAHG3Y1F3Z9VXXM
Consider this list:
http://www.rit.edu/fa/housing/sites/rit.edu.fa.housing/files/docs/publications/whattobring-residencehalls.pdf
Here's some nice stuff to have, but it's not needed:
Only one of these per room. Having two or more is a waste of space:
Stuff I didn't need:
A few of my suggestions have been said but I will go through my routine-
During work, I take a Vitamin B Complex about halfway through my shift (I decided that’s the time it worked best for me- doing 12’s wears on my mental capacity).
Sunglasses on the way home, make no stops on your way home unless you NEED something.
Get home, strip, take a melatonin, shower, my routine is to fill the bath tub with an inch or two of hot water and and a few drops of lavender oil, sometimes epsom salt (depending on the night of course), immediately brush my teeth and lay down ASAP. I used to have blackout curtains but it was almost too much- we have a dark tan sheet doubled over the window. It lets in some light so on the days it bothers me, I use an eye mask .
I enjoy white noise, I have an app for it on my phone, but I also keep earplugs nearby.
If you didn’t notice, I really like essential oils so I also have a diffuser going with something calming.
Jut try to shut your eyes ASAP. Don’t underestimate melatonin, it is your friend. Benadryl makes me feel groggy the next day.
So sorry for the novel, but I have my routine down to a science. 😂
Edit: during the winter I use my heated blanket to help warm up and drift off to sleep. 💤
Instead of blocking the noise, you may want to try covering it up. This is usually much easier. I know a guy who used a Brown Noise Generator in the dorms. You can buy a dedicated one, or just get something like this. A more low tech solution would be to put something noisy like a fan on for background noise. If that's not enough, you could also supplement it with a sound dampening sleep mask. This is a highly regarded one.
Edit: In case you are wondering, brown noise is a low pitched hum that is supposed to make good background noise. Here is an example
HAPPY CAKE DAY WHITNEY YOU ARE THE BEST.
Okay, how do I sleep?
I sleep best on my back but sometimes I curl up into a fetal position. I need to have at least one foot outside the blanket.
I have no new neopets happenings, because blechhhh the site is so slow. My animal crossing flowers are creating hybrids like whoa, though. It's been sort of nice, I listen to audiobooks (finished The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith, just started Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay) and fish, water plants, harvest fruits and talk to the animals.
I spent the entire weekend going through my closets, donating stuff, and taking my kitty to the vet (he still hasn't forgiven me). I've been trying to get more moving boxes, so I'll stop by the liquor store tonight to see if they have any extras. I don't think I've even packed 1/5 of my books yet. Blech, moving!
Hope everyone's week is going well. Fall doesn't feel like its hit yet.
Edit: link to fancy sleep mask
This is a classic case of shift work sleep disorder. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shift_work_sleep_disorder)
Do what you can to control lighting and temperature in your bedroom.
(I've worked night shift for nearly 8 years. It's taken me a long time to figure it all out. I feel your pain.)
I'm going to start using the mat that I bought 2 years ago!
I don't have trouble falling asleep, I have troubling tucking myself in, so to speak.. I've fallen asleep with the lights on, fully clothed, unshowered, and in uncomfortable positions if I give in to negative self-talk. If I make that choice..
I've even fallen asleep needing to pee! But I try to supress the urge. I think this is because I didn't feel safe getting out of bed at night.
Here are things that help me sleep optimally
https://www.amazon.com/Compression-Headache-Migraine-Patented-Universal/dp/B001HTYJLO
When I had my first aura I freaked out too- esp since my family has a history of eye issues and brain tumors. (this was after I had migraines for awhile too) In a panic I called my doc who said I should call my neuro, and he said they are pretty normal. I still went to the eye doctor just in case the next week as I kept having them, but it seems they are linked to my chronic migraines.
For me, I take a break from being on the computer/reading/watching tv and relax. If I'm having a full on migraine, I lay down and close my eyes, and I have an eye pillow that you put in the freezer that I put over my eyes, and try to take a nap if possible. If I just have the aura (which does happen) I know that I either have a migraine coming or just need to get somewhere dark, so I just try to relax somewhere not as bright.
Also, sunglasses with the UV filter seem to help me when I go outside, since for me I get the auras mostly with bright light or eye strain. Hope that helps!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HTYJLO/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_Wuf0DbVRXZN78
This is the one I have!
You can put it in the fridge or freezer before using it too if you ever have a headache, it's amazing!!!
A few of us have found the compression sleep masks are of a much higher quality. Like this one.
If I need to do serious icing, I still use a giant gel pack.
OP, if you haven't bought an eye mask yet, I highly recco this one. I got one for travel and sleeping at music festivals / camping. My gf immediately wanted one. So much better than the $6 ones that sit on your eye lids. You'll love it
>I use this.
You very gently move her arms. You have to be slow. You put a soft blindfold over her, not a low quality one. You have to do a good job, obviously not anyone can pull this off.
Sleep mask.
You can buy these things at Walmart for five bucks.
Also, I think you should become a Trekkie. It will then be super important for you to watch every single episode of all five shows, and all the movies.
My solution from the land of the midnight sun: the Alaska Bear Sleep Mask.
Same, I discovered it last year when my roommate would want to work late at night.
I since discovered I could turn sleep paralysis into lucid dreaming, so I no longer use a sleep mask, but it definitely did help.
I used this mask for the most help: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_IKXWzb390XENR
These are right from my order history and I'm happy with them all:
Blindfold
Wartenberg wheel - I bought two, one for each hand.
I have a pair of clover clamps, but I rarely use them. They're very tight and painful, most people I've played with can't keep them on long, if at all. I tend to use plain old wooden clothespins most often.
I bought some sleep masks from amazon, and cut them into the shape of the face foam. They stick to the existing velcro on the vive
http://www.amazon.com/USpicy-Mask-Plugs-Travel-Pouch/dp/B013S9CPDE
http://www.amazon.com/Roybens-Stereo-Lightweight-Comfortable-Adjustable/dp/B0142TUPE0
why? a few reasons. thinner sleep masks allow for a slightly higher FOV due to the lenses being closer to your eyes. However I found it a bit uncomfortable on my nose so I use the slightly thicker 'memory foam' one
another reason is I now have several face 'foams' so I can swap them out / wash them as needed when sharing the vive or when its sweaty
final reason is comfort - I find the standard foam gets scratchy/uncomfortable on my face while I don't seem to have that problem with the memory foam sleep mask. different material, overly-sensitive skin, etc.
From what I've heard, even if you do get them they are very uncomfortable to wear. Lot of people said theirs went straight in the trash so it might be $27 down the drain anyways. Could try to cancel via email I guess and hope they refund you.
EDIT: If you're looking for a cheaper alternative option to get your eyes closer to the lenses, a sleep mask might be a decent option. Just have to cut the eye holes out, they stick to the headset pretty well on their own. Here's a few options, I've tried all 3 and the first one listed was my favorite but note that it's pretty similar in width as the standard foam ones that come shipped with the headset, but it's a decent option if you need a replacement until official accessories are up for sale. Also the last 2 listed are almost identical:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D31LVZA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DF3O8JC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013S9CPDE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/Roybens-Stereo-Lightweight-Comfortable-Adjustable/dp/B0142TUPE0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
Cut that into roughly the shape of the standard wide face mask (big C shape) and it will fit the Vive perfectly and also stick to the velcro, took me 2 minutes to do. Once you have it on, move the bottom ends of the sleep mask that rest on your cheek bones lower and out of the way of the bottom of the Vive lenses, it makes a significant difference as well. Also try to have the face mask pad lining on the outside edge of the velcro strip around the face seal of the Vive, leaving plenty of room around the lenses for your face to fit in and for your eyes to get close to the lenses. It makes for a very immersive FOV, closest to DK1 I have gotten in a long time.
Well first off build yourself a top of the line pc with the new i7-7700k and GTX 1080 (or if money really isn't an issue get a GTX Titan XP and upgrade it to the 1080 Ti when it comes out lol).
Then make sure you have enough room. I only have 1.7 x 2.2m and it works great, but you can get up to 3x3m and over if you have the space.
The cord isn't too bad in most games, you will learn to just step over it. Certain games like Holopoint and Racket NX will have you spinning and getting tangled, but you can download a program called Advanced OpenVR Settings that will tell you how many spins you made in a certain direction so you can spin the other way ingame.
You will have a lot of add-ons to buy in a few months - Wireless (TPCast) , Hi5 Gloves , deluxe audio strap for added comfort , VR15 Rifle Accessory
And I 100% suggest that you buy a few of these sleep masks, cut out the middle, and use them as faceplate cushions instead of the default one, they are way more comfortable.
And get a box of these to wipe your lenses :P
I'd recommend an investment in these two fine products, used to drown out my Jungle neighbors at Tipper & Friends this year:
https://www.amazon.com/Ohropax-Wax-Ear-Plugs-Plug/dp/B0006NXBVQ
https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Eye-Headphones-Joseche-Microphone/dp/B07F59HQRC
I want an early present! I just started working overnights,so this eye mask would really really make my life easier.
That's really all I need. :) It's $10 so you can give 2 people or get you a little sumthin sumthin too :)
Never know what the sleep situation is going to be like!!
This is the one I use or something almost like it.
I don't have issues but it doesn't fit everyone perfect. It can let some light in through bottom. But I can get to sleep if my light is fully on in my room.
Don't over think this. If there is noise, get ear plugs. If there is light, get a sleeping mask. I love this one and it even comes with a set of great ear-plugs.
Anger, as an emotion, is not inherently "bad". Anger is a call to action. Anger gives you the energy to change your situation. Do not ignore your situation in an attempt to combat anger. You need sleep to live and function as a human being. Sleep is vital; the single most vital activity you need is probably sleep. Without sleep, everything else deteriorates, including the obvious like your capacity for thought and calm self-control, but also other biological capacities, like your digestion efficiency, memory, and learning capacity.
We started out with an uncomfortable leather (minimally) padded blindfold from a sex shop. As we used it more, comfort became the priority. It may not be quite as sexy, but we eventually went with one of these and we've been very happy with it. Like the Liberator one that DL mentions, it has velcro in the back, completely blacks out vision, and has padding so that it does not press on the eyeballs. It is also inexpensive.
dreamzone sleep mask
Sleep Mask
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Surprise me. It's better that way! :)
FLAX
Just use a sleep mask.
I actually use these sleep headphones that doubles as headphones and a sleep mask listening to Chapelle/Colbert/Stewart while falling asleep.
I'm not tall, but I've used these for more than a decade now:
https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Zone-Earth-Therapeutics-Sleep/dp/B000JE2C9Y
Ignore the crunchy iconography.
They have two stretchy straps that fasten with velcro at the back, and the pad is significantly larger than the length between the outer edges of my eyes.
The straps eventually just stretch out. If your head is big enough that might not be a problem (you could just adjust the velcro position a little tighter. I just cut the ends off and staple them together at the right length.
I've been using this one for a few years. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JE2C9Y/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage
Ok, I have slept horribly for most of my life. I've come up with things that help me, but I have to be strict with myself.
Best of luck friend <3
(About the ear plugs and eye mask, the reason I started using these is because I read a study about how to help people sleep in hospital settings. The eye masks and ear plugs helped participants in the study.)
I think this was the one I got last time:
I think this is the one I got last time.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WNX21Y
They work well; the main problem is they're hard to wash, and if they go through the dryer the heat can destroy the adhesive.
Sleep mask for eyelash extensions?
http://www.amazon.ca/Bucky-Ultralight-Comfortable-Contoured-Blindfold/dp/B000WNX21Y
I know quite a few people use a buff for all of those things, very versitle.
I use the this one:
https://www.amazon.com/Bucky-Ultralight-Comfortable-Contoured-Extensions/dp/B000WNX21Y
This particular one falls apart after 1-6 months but love how comfortable it is so I deal with it.. often just getting a new one sent to me from Amazon if I'm in the USA.
This blindfold from Mr S is pricey, but I've tried on similar ones and they work. Also, mr s sells really quality stuff. An effective alternative that we've been meaning to try is spray painting some goggles black and using those. Here's another if you like the sound of something more comfortable.
Sleep Master
A bit different as it covers the ears too. I enjoy this one.
Summertime Sadness
well for working every day for a month I guess you got a FAT paycheck. and I dont thing you spent it all on your vacation so get your self something like make this day a treat day. do a bunch of little things that you like that lead up to one big thing! like when you get of work get a coffee/tea then get a movie think of what you would love to have for dinner tonight and get it! and don't forget a sweet dessert. something you dont have a lot. and on your way home maybe get a new pillow! (nothing is better than sleeping on a new pillow) then when you get home get this contest out of the way or hell wait till tomorrow there is no rush. and when you do get to finishing this contest get your self something nice! like this to help you get good sleep. and to give you something to look forward to when you are working. idk just my thought. and if you dont have money from that fat check..... just do something that you have not done in a long time that makes you feel good. like sleep lol :P
I have had this for a few years. Comfortable. Pretty durable, once in a while i will wash in sink and hang dry. In retrospec, it would be easier to just get dark or blackout curtains. But it is nice to take a nap in the middle of day and not worry about light.
$25.9 https://www.amazon.com/Revolutionary-Patented-SLEEP-MASTER-Sleep/dp/B0015NZ6FK/ref=lp_5737089011_1_1_a_it?srs=5737089011&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1503926183&amp;sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Revolutionary-Patented-SLEEP-MASTER-Sleep/dp/B0015NZ6FK/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1504037936&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sleep+master
can't stop using this one
http://amzn.com/B0015NZ6FK
My first nights with these I was having these crazy wicked dreams because I have never dreamed so dreamy dreamilicious before. I cannot sleep without them. I regret nothing.
May i make a suggestion? I mean aside from drink something heavily caffinated... Go buy this
This one is great. Super comfortable. Great quality, blocks ALL the light, cant even lift the head and sneak a peek out the bottom (trust me). $20.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CGJRNK/ref=oh_details_o03_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Do it before she arrives. It is more difficult to set them yourself but once you have them in place you can hide the straps easy. And I don't recommend leaving the room, but I do recommend a blindfold. I've listed below some cheap starter equipment if you are looking for more tools to play with. Generally I will start slow and work up to something be it an orgasm, or paingasm and then start the cooldown.
So start slow, build up, climax of some sort, then aftercare. Remember the aftercare. Seriously, aftercare. I generally will take some virgin coconut oil and give my sub a massage after we play.
These toys should give you a good baseline on what you like and what you don't. From there I would look around at places like stockroom.com or extremerestraints.com and find out what interests you. Stockroom.com has some of the best selection but is expensive.
Best of luck.
*Edit fixed some links
If it's the mask's pressure on your eyelids that bothers you, as is the case with me, have you tried a contoured mask? I have the Bedtime Bliss mask and really like it. Otherwise, I throw a dark shirt over my head. Sorry, I can't think of a better way to make a tent dark that is ultralight.
Ever try something like this? Irrelevant side note, try ear plugs some time too, you will become weirdly addicted after a few nights.
invest in one of these http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_H8jOwb11VV709
Here is the mobile version of your link
I have [this one] (https://www.amazon.com/ALASKA-BEAR-Natural-blindfold-super-smooth/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1469523179&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=silk+eye+mask) and love it. The other ones I've tried have been really uncomfortable. This works great for both me (normal sized girl) and my SO (6'7 giant with a head the size of a lion). Won't help with light escaping, but should keep you from waking up early.
I really like my silk sleep mask from Alaska Bear. It's big, thin and soft, so it's comfortable in any position. I find it blocks out light very well.
This is the sleep mask I use:
https://www.amazon.com/ALASKA-blindfold-super-smooth-Lifetime-Warranty/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=hpc&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1487168008&amp;sr=1-3
And these are the earplugs:
https://www.amazon.com/HEAROS-Xtreme-Protection-14-Pair-Foam/dp/B00LO9ZR90/ref=sr_1_9_s_it?s=hpc&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1487168060&amp;sr=1-9&amp;keywords=Hearos
Also, these earplugs work wonders and come individually wrapped. Blocking out any noises can help a ton. I also use a mask these days (such a diva).
Howard Leight by Honeywell Laser Lite High Visibility Disposable Foam Earplugs, 200-Pairs (LL-1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007XJOLG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_L2QZDb4CD70TA
Alaska Bear Natural Silk Sleep Mask, Blindfold, Super Smooth Eye Mask (One Strap) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_W3QZDbHN7JN8R
Invest in a good eye mask, a nice quality one will be comfortable and much more effective at giving you total darkness. This is the one I use and it's great: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M9BC1M8/
It's contoured so it's not pushing on your eyes. You can open and close them as you please. But be warned, it looks like a little bra.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M9BC1M8/ref=mp_s_a_1_6/179-8380267-6026425?qid=1427167748&amp;sr=8-6&amp;pi=V192198896_AA75&amp;keywords=eyes+sleep+mask&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=31SOASAFfVL&amp;ref=plSrch
Another benefit I got from this was absolutely NO LIGHT LEAK around my nose! I have a narrow nose, and it wasn't bad before, and I could only see it if the room was bright, so it's nice not to have to turn out the lights for full immersion.
Increased sweet spot and FOV are the main winners of course.
EDIT: I used this mask from Amazon, looks to be very similar to OP link: http://amzn.com/B00M9BC1M8
The easiest and cheapest thing to try first would be to buy a decent sleep mask for whomever it is being kept up by the light. If they can get used to sleeping in it you won't have to do any more. Amazon
Some of my favorite Amazon items that I've purchased for my solo trips:
-- Selfie stick/ tripod with bluetooth remote (which is nice when there's no one around to take a photo for me)
-- These amazing silicone earplugs that block out all noise and make for a good night's sleep.
-- Luggage locks
-- Some sort of compact travel pillow for flights/train rides
-- A good sleep mask
https://www.reddit.com/r/Vive/comments/4hqww5/face_gasket_mod_reference_thread/
I used this
USpicy Eye Mask with Ear Plugs and Travel Pouch, One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013S9CPDE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_HhOuxbSSRXNR7
I tried the face mask mod and it worked alright. The problem was that after wearing it for about 45 minutes to an hour my face had this horrible black mark from where the mask made contact. It was like it stained my face and I had to scrub it with every cleansing agent I could find. The shit just wouldn't come off. I ended up scrubbing my face raw.
I thought maybe I just needed to clean the face mask material real good, but it didn't help. After the second time I gave up and tossed it. I'm assuming it was the dye in the material coming off my on face from the pressure and sweat. This is the one I bought after seeing it recommended.
I ended up going with this stuff instead and it's worked great. It's basically the same as what u/gamermusclevideos is recommending.
search this sub-reddit for the sleep mask hack to replace the standard foam inserts. they're $7 on amazon, way more comfortable, and most importantly: increase the FOV (field of view). https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013S9CPDE/
i use the sleep mask by default, but if it gets sweaty can use the originals as backups.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013S9CPDE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Just bought that mask and cut out eye holes.
If you where glasses its probably not for you. I have always heard the opposite. the closer to your eyes the more FOV, and since last night i was able to get things in focus again even on the outside.
the foam really bothered my face as well. I switched to this memory foam sleep mask and find it so much more comfortable -
http://www.amazon.com/Roybens-Stereo-Lightweight-Comfortable-Adjustable/dp/B0142TUPE0?
This is the mask I bought, but have seen the Bruder mask recommended here.
And the Retaine MGD is non-prescription and yep it’s the link you posted in another comment.
I got some hot/cold gel-bead packs for my first aid kit and found they make something similar just for the eyes. Another thing is just to stay hydrated, which a lot of people tend to forget about in the winter. Winters where I'm from are cold and super DRY, so hydration is very important.
Well, shoulder pain is the worst for bed time. I know I have RA. So understand how you feel.
A few things to consider.
Good luck
3D Sleep Mask (New Design by PrettyCare with 2 Pack) Eye Mask for Sleeping - Contoured Eyemask for Airplane with EarPlugs & Yoga Silk Bag for Travel - Best Night Blindfold Eyeshade for Men Women Kids https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019JY9BO8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_roFrDbQPA7K31
Can he wear a sleep mask? I go to sleep much earlier than my husband, and this works for me when he is on his phone screen. Here is the one I use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HVBTK9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_H4BPM5Egsay1Y
Sorry, sorry. Here’s the one I have. It’s perfectly soft, not tight on the eye balls themselves, and the adjustable nose piece works great.
Cotton Sleep Eye Mask - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3M5TTZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rWoBCbJMTJJEB
I love this one. I got it wanting something more comfortable and higher quality and have used it for like 2 years.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3M5TTZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TicYDbGZKAJ0Q
I had a brief period of weird anxious physical/mental symptoms due to a medication, and what helped me sleep was getting a little vibrating thing to keep on my bed to distract my body, and leaving the radio low enough that I could tell it was voices without understanding the words to distract my mind. Without those things I was being jolted awake by extreme nausea every time I got anywhere near sleep.
The vibrating thing was a neck rest that had built-in vibration and heat that I got from the thrift store, but anything that can vibrate gently and plugs in so it will last all night should do.
Edit: Also they make bluetooth sleep masks which can play sounds from your phone. It's very immersive, and I've been wearing mine every night since my SO got it for me: https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Eye-Headphones-Joseche-Microphone/dp/B07F59HQRC
And use it like a sleep mask? This would be a much cheaper solution for you.
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In 2004, I set a goal to move to Los Angeles by the end of 2009. And I am happy to report that Los Angeles is where I currently live!
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My WL item... because I can't afford curtains! LOL
Also, I really like your goal!!!
♪ ♫ Oh when you're smilin'
♫ ♪ keep on smilin'
♪ ♫ The whole world smiles with you
You're a big girl now!
These are very useful for someone who needs to sleep during the day. They're also good for keeping the heat in/out of your apartment which can help on heating bills. If you get them, make sure to choose the right size and style.
A cheaper option would be a sleep mask set, but that doesn't seem to fit in the 'for my apartment' theme and some people aren't comfortable with them.
I don't know about the Aquaphor "sealing in" the sunscreen, but could you wear a really large sleeping mask, and put sunscreen on the parts it doesn't cover?
Something like this? http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Essentials-Dreams-Contoured-Earplugs/dp/B000CCI4YU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1381786006&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sleeping+mask
This sleep mask and earplug set because I can't get my room dark enough to sleep in. And I hear trains going by every night. With a dark room and earplugs, my sleep should be much more refreshing!
Thanks for the contest on this study Sunday!
I use Rohto brand eye drops, and a special eye mask that keeps pressure off my eyes, while still blocking light. The eye mask looks like a padded bra on my face, but doesn't matter: sleep.
Get a sleep mask. They work wonders. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CCI4YU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Having had worked many moons on mid-shift, and seeing as you're a big girl now! I highly recommend This! Cheers!
definitely get a soft little eye-mask thing, so you can sleep at any time. something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Zone-Earth-Therapeutics-Sleep/dp/B000JE2C9Y/ref=pd_sxp_grid_i_0_1
http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Zone--Earth-Therapeutics-Sleep/dp/B000JE2C9Y/ref=sr_1_4?s=hpc&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1377496066&amp;sr=1-4 find one of these, made of plain material. should be much much cheaper than this.
there is also a more expensive version with a gel inside, that cools your eyes. good if you have a severe allergy and itching/reddened eyes.
Hi :D
I am in desperate need of this! My room SUCKS in the summer and even with the blinds closed and all of that, it gets super bright. Thanks for the contest!
Chuck Finley
I've wanted one of [these] (http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Zone-Earth-Therapeutics-Sleep/dp/B000JE2C9Y/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&amp;colid=2O3VGT6MWIIZX&amp;coliid=I1EKWJRD3WEUXP) for a long time :D
Hey so, some wireless headphones will fix the noise issue, as for the brightness, remember these? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000JE2C9Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_3/178-2588291-7387652?qid=1395547283&amp;sr=1-3&amp;pi=SY200_QL40 they work. Maybe you tried one before and it didn't, me too. Until someone got me a good one, that exact one in particular. You are in total darkness and it is wonderful and I've slept like a baby since period. I hope you'll try it! As for the alarm, maybe once the noise and brightness stop keeping you up an extra hour you'll be able to wake up the hour earlier?? Hope it all works out!
I work nightshifts and have developed my own routine. First: I take a shower. Doesn't have to be a fast one and you don't have to wet your hair. I can't remember the science behind why this works, but it really does.
Then I make some tea with valerian root. Chamomile and lavender are lovely and sweet at calming you down, like a mom tucking you into bed. Valerian root is more like getting hit with a sleep bat, hard. Also, because it's an herbal tea, you want it to steep for longer. 10-15min about. I let it steep while I shower. It might smell weird, but it doesn't taste weird.
I live next to a train, so I have to wear earbuds and play straight white noise drone. I also put on a *good* eyemask (look for one that doesn't fall off and does not let eye in from under the mask... I use this thing from amazon). I use it all the time now; the sun sucks and wakes me up. Then, to complete my look, I throw on a snug hat so nothing falls off my dang face and for just a little extra 'fuck off, train' cushion over my ears. Sometimes, if even that isn't putting me out, I play some asmr from youtube. This weirdo has been conking me out as of late.
The biggest piece of advice I have though... is to avoid anything interesting or engaging.
And seriously, screw the sun. Make sure your phone/computer/ect switches from blue light to orange light around bedtime. The blue light is too much like the sun and the sun sucks.
The Lewis N. Clark Comfort Eye Mask has a pillow that runs along the bottom to block just such light intrusions. Would recommend. It's made of a cloth material; occasionally i'll prefer my silk one - but this is my 'daily driver'.
A sleeping mask is another (probably cheaper) option.
I use this one for ~$6 on Amazon. It is a comfy material and it has extra padding under the eyes which keeps the mask off my face a bit and helps with blocking light out. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000SKXRNO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Do you use a sleep mask? I've had a lot of issues with insomnia (generally better now, but still a recurring thing-- on Friday I woke up at 3am and didn't fall back asleep). My mom does, too, and she bought me (and herself) several of these. I like that there's room so that you can open your eyes and it's still dark.
I was never able to sleep on long flights until I got one of these contoured sleeping masks. It'll look like you're wearing a tiny bra on your face, but they do an amazing job of blocking out the light. My advice: try putting this on around what would be bedtime in the new time zone and keep it on for as long as you can stand it, whether you end up falling asleep or not. Exposing yourself to light during "daylight hours" in the new time zone and keeping things dark during "nighttime hours" will do a world of good.
I was thinking of buying practical stuff on Amazon (since canadian amazon is rather limited or pricey) and buying fun stuff somewhere else like Etsy but I just don't know what to get
also if you ever want a good sleep mask
https://www.amazon.com/Blinks-Ultralight-Comfortable-Contoured-Blindfold/dp/B000WNX21Y/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_194_bs_lp_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=F19ZEFKRAM7YDDKEAJQ3
is the most comfortable one I've ever tried blocks out 100% of the light for me personally, wish I really appreciate if I'm trying to sleep on a train or plane!
I know a bunch of people have already said this, but I'm tossing in my input too. I couldn't stand sleep masks until I got one that didn't sit directly against my eyes. It's amazingly comfortable and I wear it all the time. As a bonus, it looks hilariously like a miniature bra. This is the specific one I use/have successfully gotten my mom and boyfriend to both use. They love it too. I saw someone linked a similar one which is probably just as good, but this is mine:
https://www.amazon.com/Bucky-Ultralight-Comfortable-Contoured-Extensions/dp/B000WNX21Y
On mobile, sorry for the lack of formatting.
I need this eye mask or ear plugs
I work nights, and these would be very helpful in letting me sleep after I get off my shift. Also helpful because I go to sleep before my boyfriend does and he's up late playing video games.
amazing ear plugs https://www.amazon.com/Macks-Pillow-Soft-Silicone-Earplugs/dp/B003LZQGN6. super comfy and block sound so well.
outstanding sleep mask https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Master-smblu01-Mask/dp/B0015NZ6FK/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1445054483&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=Sleep+Master+sleep+mask/?tag=offsitoftimfe-20. super comfy, doesnt rely on elastic to stay on your head so its comfy. also blocks sound decently if you dont have earplugs
Sleep Master Sleep Mask https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015NZ6FK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VfzYDbDBCWFNK
I recently bought this one and I am in freaking love with it. It came with earplugs too. I was really surprised how well the combination works. Super comfy indispensability for daytime slumber. http://amzn.com/B0015NZ6FK
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HTYJLO/ref=mp_s_a_1_7_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1473830194&amp;sr=8-7&amp;keywords=ice+mask
Something like this may work, at least at night.
Not a doctor but I am someone who gets frequent migraines. My doctor strongly suggested I get my eyesight tested as I may be inadvertently squinting a lot and causing eye strain. He also checked my blood pressure.
I got this sleep mask and it helps too
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HTYJLO/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1486911306&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=migraine+mask
I have a sleep disorder and am sensitive to light. The way my bedroom is set up puts me under a skylight as well. (Great at night for stars, terrible past dawn. haha.)
This is the eyemask I have. It is comfortable and molds to my face, but it is thick as hell and no light gets through. You can't change the inconsiderate roomie, but at least something like that might help. :)
This is the good shit
If the blacked out curtains don't work, due to light leaking in and such. I suggest buying a sleep mask. It'll take a few days to get use to, but i love wearing it now.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CGJRNK/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1420884788&amp;sr=1&amp;keywords=dream+mask
I've used a sleep mask you get on aeroplanes but the light comes through the edges. Is there a specific model you're referring to?
I'm considering the ones with eye cavities like this
Earplugs, Eye-mask. Best investment ever.
Get this eyemask- not some cheap one, it will break and wont do the job.
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Ones like these are good https://www.amazon.com/Bedtime-Bliss-BTB01-Contoured-Comfortable/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1483678240&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=sleep+mask
I highly recommend spending a little extra to get a really good sleeping mask like this one.
I use a sleep mask when I'm trying to sleep while it's still light out... this one is great. And I find my fitbit super helpful with sleep, and also in general. The calorie out counter is pretty accurate for me, and I find it motivating. Worth every penny, in my opinion. Good luck!
You can try a sleeping mask, it is a lot cheaper than curtains and works probably better, it is less comfortable, but not very uncomfortable in my opinion. If you buy a sleeping maks, make sure you get a 3d model, and not a flat one, so there is room for your eyes and your eyelids don't touch the fabric, these will be much more comfortable. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Mask-Bedtime-Bliss-Comfortable/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1537308233&sr=8-4&keywords=sleep%2Bmask&dpID=41v5DMWuoZL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1
I don't have these myself, so I don't know if this one is comfortable.
I actually really like this sleep mask on Amazon. It is contoured for your eyes and nose and it's lightweight and comfortable. The earplugs are a nice plus too. (I've been an insomniac for many years.)
I think I know what you're looking for--I struggle with this, too. My eyes are really sensitive to being touched. This is the one I use on my trans-atlantic flights--works great. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FJQFJX8
I put together a belt clip from a sleeping mask box and a metal coat hanger.
I used the box from this sleeping mask:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FJQFJX8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1493315310&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=bedtime+bliss+eye+mask&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41v5DMWuoZL&amp;ref=plSrch
I'm sure you can make a holder out of any cardboard box by cutting it into shape. That box was the perfect size so I used it. Cereal box would probably be a good material to cut down to size.
I bent a piece of a metal coat hanger and glued it to the box. This stops the wires from pulling down on my head.
http://m.imgur.com/a/X9FUE
Gets mixed reviews. Again willing to try any of them. I have the dream master from this list (so comfy but slides off), Bucky mask (cheap and good). My favorite right now is a bear silk a+ one (let me see if I can find it.)
https://www.google.com/amp/s/thepointsguy.com/guide/best-sleep-masks-review/amp/
Edit: this black silk one is good and big and $10 for anyone looking. Alaska bear natural sleep mask
I work 2am - 10 or 11ish and the biggest thing that has helped me sleep is a silk sleep mask. Blackout shades were never black enough but the mask has changed my life; the quality of sleep has been so much better.
This is the exact one I use Alaska Bear - Natural silk sleep mask & blindfold, super-smooth eye mask https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_-hRCxb38C2ZWA
I wrap a t shirt around my head in a pinch but feel like the mask works much better. It completely blocks the light for me and the tightness is adjustable. I've tried a lot of eye masks. For me it's big enough to block light and stay on. I like it better than others I've use because it's not padded, itchy or oddly contoured. It's simple and smooth on the face.
are they being intentionally loud? or just normal levels? can you wear ear plugs and a sleep mask?
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https://www.amazon.com/Macks-Ultra-Soft-Foam-Earplugs/dp/B0051U7W32
https://www.amazon.com/Alaska-Natural-Sleep-Blindfold-Smooth/dp/B00GSO1D9O
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Voila
ALASKA BEAR® Natural silk sleep mask & blindfold, super-smooth eye mask (Lifetime Warranty) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Cz9RybFEYR2YC
I use this one, it works great and only $10. The back band is adjustable, which is important because the elastic won't wear out as much if it's the right size.
ALASKA BEAR® Natural silk sleep mask & blindfold, super-smooth eye mask (One Strap) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GSO1D9O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_oDBiit8nbFY2U
Get a sleeping mask such as this one. It works wonders if you live in the city.
I've heard this one recommended before
Luxury Patented Sleep Mask, Nidra® Deep Rest Eye Mask with Contoured Shape and Adjustable Head Strap, Sleep Satisfaction Guaranteed, Sleep Anywhere, Anytime https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M9BC1M8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9ZBDAbPSG9YMD
I'm heading out to SEA in a few days, and now I am ready to go. Thoughts always appreciated. I included links to all my gear.
Bags
Clothes
Shirts
Pants
Underwear/Socks
Footwear
Other
Other Items
Electronics
Essentials
Toiletries
8.1 Kilograms so I can always toss on a layer to get it lower for carry-on.
An overnight bag, for weekend trips.
This coffee table book, to inspire future travels.
A luxurious sleep mask, for restful nights.
This shower oil, which is great for dry winter skin.
This relaxing and ambrosial aromatherapy diffuser.
I'd be happy to provide more suggestions if these seem a little off :)
On the darkened room: I love my eyemask; I have trouble sleeping with ambient lighting, but living fairly far north in the summers you get about four hours of "night", plus my wife has a nightlight for when we get up to let the dogs out. Try a cheap one like this with the molded eye bumps so it won't tickle your eyelashes. Or, get a super fuzzy one for giggles. :)
A sleep mask (this one by Alaska Bear, if you're curious).
What kind of earplugs do you use? I find the foam ones are too uncomfortable for me to wear all night. I currently use EarJellies when traveling, but I can't seem to get them in place correctly very consistently.
A while back I ordered six different sleep masks to try out. I'm a side and sometimes stomach sleeper and most of them just don't work for that. Settled on this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S5Q826U/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1. The reasons I like it - it's thin for side-sleeping. It's large and fits well to block light coming in from edges. It blocks most direct light unless you're out in direct sunlight - then a little gets through.
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The others I tried were: the tempurpedic, nidra, two different dream essentials, and bedtime bliss. The free ones from airlines are junk. They don't block much light, don't fit, and break after a couple of uses.
Order this.
http://www.amazon.com/Roybens-Stereo-Lightweight-Comfortable-Adjustable/dp/B0142TUPE0/ref=pd_sim_121_1?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=51Kopt-%2B9hL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL320_SR246%2C320_&amp;refRID=02ADH35A25PVR5GD0WQW just cut the center out of this. Confirmed it works perfect and sticks to the Vive velcro.
TL;DR Cheap HDM lippage solution
If anyone has been in Rec Room Dodgeball or tried Out of Ammo, HDM slippage can be a problem especially if you are using a modded face cushion, i.e. sleep mask. Two solutions, one is tear apart an old bicycle helmet and use the rear strap for an adjustable fit. While this worked well for me, when I demoed I would run into a person now and then that wasn't comfortable with it. I needed a softer more elegant solution. Holy shit, it was right under our noses. I kept the straps I had cut off of this mask ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0142TUPE0 ) slipped it through the buckles on the Vive and viola, a beautiful, comfortable, adjustable, and CHEAP solution. I can attest it works well and I will trim and fine tune the ends on the buckle side to have a more elegant and fixed attachement. Hope this has some value to the community that has given me an incredible amount of value.
OK. Say you believe me - it will take you one step closer to the reality of this discussion.
And thanks for the concern about my sleeping habits! I recently bought an eye mask for my husband on amazon because HE has trouble sleeping when I have the bedside lamp on.
https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Mask-Design-PrettyCare-Sleeping/dp/B019JY9BO8/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1486926542&amp;sr=8-10&amp;keywords=eye+mask
He declined to wear the mask so I use it - and it makes a huge difference in the way I sleep. The quality of sleep is better, judging from how refreshed I feel in the morning.
Might as well get something useful out of this discussion...
I bought these so my husband and I could each have a pair. https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B019JY9BO8/ref=pe_3034960_236394800_TE_dp_2
Look up 3D eye mask on Amazon. Their about $10.
Sleep Mask for Woman & Man UNIMI Upgraded Contoured 3D Eye Mask Eye Cover for Sleeping - Comfortable Sleeping Mask No Pressure On Your Eyeballs - Create Total Darkness (Black+ Mesh Bag) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HVBTK9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_n5GQCbTSET0MN
I ordered this one and received it Feb 8th and have used it every night. I am super happy with it and feel more refreshed. I tend to get up at 9am because of my work schedule and I hate to use my blackout curtains, so these have made my last 3 hours of sleep a night even better. Also I have a bunch of electronics in my room like my modem and router blinking all the time.
I've recently thought about this as well. These exist, but I cannot speak to their quality or comfort, but I'm going to give them a try.
Que será, será. / Whatever will be, will be.
Focus on you and your own goals. You don't know if your influence might have a positive effect on them later on. In the mean time, pick up some nice ear plugs and a sleep mask.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KC5DWCC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_7bk5D4t6oMAOP
I have one of those contoured polyester padded ones. I can’t sleep without it . Not a flat one but the kind with convex eyes so it doesn’t crush my eyelashes.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KC5DWCC/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_m3LWDbHWY6WMS
It’s all about a really good eye mask. One that has room so it doesn’t touch your eyes.
Try this one. life changer.
Funny you should ask. Like other commenters I recently purchased a sleep mask to block out morning sunlight. For that purpose it has changed my life - no more waking up at sunrise. But it is well suited for bedroom play as well. It is super comfy, not bulky, has pads around the eyes so no pressure on the eyes, blocks all light, and stays in place.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KC5DWCC/ref=nav_timeline_asin?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/Bedtime-Bliss%C2%AE-Contoured-Comfortable-Moldex%C2%AE/dp/B00FJQFJX8/ref=sr_1_2?s=beauty&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1450241890&amp;sr=1-2
Why not just wear a sleep mask?