The best eye masks to guarantee a good night's sleep

If you struggle to sleep without complete darkness, it might be time to invest in an eye mask.

There are a wide variety of styles to shop, from luxurious mulberry silk to soft cotton, self-heating designs and contoured shapes.

We've handpicked our favourite 12, ranging from budget-friendly options to high-end pampering treats.

Each will stay put all night, some even have adjustable ties, and they're sure to help you doze off in seconds.

Featuring brands such as The White Company, Slip and John Lewis, there's something for everyone in our shopping guide.

The best eye masks for sleeping

Slip® Silk Sleep Mask | £50 from John Lewis

This 100% mulberry silk style from Slip comes in black, navy, white and rose gold, and you'll struggle to find a softer, more luxurious fabric to shield your eyes from light.

hush Osuna Grapefruit Blossom Print Sleep Mask | £10 from John Lewis

Colourful and vibrant, this is a gorgeous choice for a maximalist. It's made from 100% cotton, so it will feel soft and comfortable on your lids all night long.

Rest Easy Sleep Better Weighted Eye Mask | £15 from John Lewis

This weighted eye mask adds a gentle pressure around the eyes to help you feel calmer and fall asleep faster. One side is made from plush polyester, while the other is a silky-soft stain, and it comes with a pouch for easy storage when travelling.

Midnight Blue Silk Sleep Mask | £69 from Drowsy Sleep Co

This luxe silky style has a fully adjustable head strap with velcro fastenings, doesn't sit too tight on your face, has a squishy padding and proved total darkness.

Spacemasks | £16.50 from Cult Beauty

These self-heating masks are infused with jasmine to lull you to sleep in seconds and ease tension headaches. In each box you'll receive five masks that are perfect for long plane journeys and restless nights.

Cotton Eye Mask Bocas Print Blue | £20 from Desmond and Dempsey

Desmond and Dempsey and best known for its beautiful printed pyjamas, so it's no surprise that its eye masks are just as colourful. This blue style is made from soft cotton with an elasticated tie to stay comfortably in place all night long.

ESPA Home Silk Eye Mask | £40 from Lookfantastic

This luxurious silk mask from spa brand ESPA is dense enough to block out all light and an elasticated strap to help it stay put. It also has a delicate ESPA monogram for an added touch of opulence.

Fluffy Sleep Eye Mask | £15 from The White Company

Available in grey, black and pink, this fluffy eye mask is cosy and comfortable for your eyelids. It's made with a soft faux fur outer, satin lining and an elasticated strap.

The Flat Lay Co. Oversized Eye Mask in Tropical Leaves | £11.99 from Sephora UK

Another bold and bright option is this tropical print from The Flat Lay Co. One five-star review says: "Fabric looks and feels great. Perfect pouch to store it in that looks rather cute too. Mask is really comfy, doesn't slide all over the place and doesn't break the bank either!"

Contoured 3D Blackout Sleep Mask | £15 from Smug

If you like to be able to open your eyes while wearing an eye mask, or have lash extensions you're keen to protect, this contoured design from Smug ticks every box. There are many colours and prints to choose from, but we love this classic black shade with fun gold lash detailing.

Soap & Glory The Rest Assured Sleep Mask | £6.50 from Boots

Cheap and cheerful, this Soap & Glory design has glowing reviews from Boots shoppers. One wrote: "Very comfortable to sleep with and big enough to block all light out, and the adjustable toggle means you can tighten it specifically to suit you."

Wilde Dreams Silk Eye Mask & Drawstring Bag | £39 from Romilly Wilde

This would make a beautiful gift for a new parent or anyone you know that struggles to sleep. The vibrant design is what caught our eye, but it also offers complete comfort with a silky soft fabric and matching pouch.