The Truth About The Instagram Viral Silk Sleep Mask

The truth is that it's not always easy to get your "beauty sleep." The chances are that at one point or another you have experienced trouble falling – or staying – asleep, and you know just how infuriating and stressful it can be, not to mention the huge knock-on effect it can have the following day.

According to Cosmopolitan, that's where the viral Instagram Drownsy's Silk Sleep Mask comes in. If you have an Instagram account and spend more than a few minutes a day scrolling through your feed, the chances are that you have come across the trending silk sleep mask that everyone is talking about.

As per Red, the mask went viral after celebrities like Trinny Woodall named it as one of their nighttime must-haves for a good night's sleep. In a post on Instagram, the beauty guru explained that the silk mask was part of her perfect remedy to a good night's sleep, with the mask blocking out light without 'leaving unwanted marks' on her face.

Woodall captioned the post, "I love it," she said of the silk eye mask. "It's from Drowsy. You put it on and you just have nowhere where you're going to get marks around your face. I just had a phenomenal night's sleep."

With celebrities raving about it, it's no wonder the mask has gone viral, but what's so special about it?

How does the silk sleep mask work?

According to Red, the mulberry silk mask, which comes in four colors, is the "ultimate anti-aging silk eye mask." Made from 100% mulberry silk, the mask is designed to offer a complete blackout thanks to its "wide-cushioned" design. While the mask blocks out light, it does not feel heavy and is designed to be breathable as well as hypoallergenic.

The silk contains amino acids that may help to reduce the risk of premature aging, while also helping to keep skin hydrated. The silk's smooth surface means that friction to the delicate area around the eyes is reduced. It also helps to prevent mask-related hair damage.

Described as being "cloud-like," the sleep mask has all the same benefits as sleeping on a silk pillowcase. As per Cosmopolitan, the mask is fitted with a velcro strap across the back, which means that you can easily adjust the mask to ensure it's comfortable to wear and use.