- Dry eye disease
Blinkjoy sleep mask
It's easy to put on & take off, & so far, it seems to work.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
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December 2023
I am very happy to have a new night product to review at last! Seriously, it's been at least eight years since we had a new product in this category. In fact, many products in this category have been discontinued. So this is progress. - Rebecca
Blinkjoy is an excellent product, designed by a community member who truly 'gets' the problem to be solved and has gone about addressing it in a thoroughly professional manner.
Blinkjoy is a substantially sized and very structured light blocking sleep mask with removable silicone eye cups that seal in the eyes and trap moisture.
What starts as a wide front cover continues and tapers as it wraps around the head till the ends meet and attach with velcro.
Inside the front cover are two 'donut' shaped foam cushions which can be positioned wherever you like on the front cover, adjusting for your eye size/position.
Soft, thin silicone shields, about 2/3" deep, fit into the foam cushions and with the help of a flange form a seal around each eye to trap moisture.
Blinkjoy fills some important gaps in the 'moisture goggle' market:
This is something that we learn over time with new products. As many of you veterans have found, this can also vary a lot from user to user. Please share your experiences. There is a 1-year warranty.
As with all moisture goggles or shields, please try it for at least a couple of weeks before deciding whether it's going to help you.
If you are new to this category of product, consider trying at least one other product at the same time so that you can compare them side by side. This advice is partly born out of years of experience watching people buy a product and return it only to buy it again when they eventually figure out that, while nothing was perfect, the one they bought first actually worked better than everything they tried subsequently. But the other reason that I say to give it awhile is that this type of product in general typically does not give instant relief, although of course you may be an exception.
Last, something that probably no one wants to hear, though I think it will resonate with many veteran patients: Sometimes with moisture goggle type things you just can't explain the results. I mean there have been nights when I have worn a perfectly sealed goggle or shield and when it was literally dripping wet in the morning but my eyes felt like cardboard anyway. Other times they give me lots of relief. I cannot tell you why, other than (a) feeling dry is not the same as being dry and (b) there's always a bit of the random at play with dry eye.
The Blinkjoy Moisture Retaining Sleep Mask was created for those who suffer from chronic dry eye, post LASIK irritation, or eye strain from computer use to promote relief from dry eye symptoms - helping you wake up feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
Our Moisture Retaining Sleep Mask creates a moisture rich space over your eyes, hydrating the sensitive eyelid area and preserving drops or ointment throughout the night. We added ultra soft medical-grade silicone eye cups supported by compressible yet breathable foam which add zero eye pressure yet block out drafts, wind, and dust protecting sensitive eyes from dry environments.
EXTRA GOODIES INCLUDED: Alongside your Blinkjoy moisture-retaining sleep mask, we provide an additional pair of silicone moisture cups for extended use. We also offer a durable storage bag, conveniently keeping your mask and nighttime ointments organized in one place.
We recommend hand washing your mask before first use and periodically over time. Dry the mask flat. Do not iron.
Outside: 46% Cotton, 54% Polyester
Inside: 95% Rayon, 5% Spandex
Band: 100% elastic, Velcro closure
Make sure to fit the mask snugly around your head (not too loose, not too tight) and adjust the eyecups to rest comfortably over each eye. If you feel a suction against your eyes, the mask is too tight.
We always recommend applying dry eye gel drops or nighttime ointment before wearing your Blinkjoy mask at night. Our goal is to create a humid microenvironment for the eyes and prevent excessive evaporation of tears to minimize symptoms of dry eye. However, tear deficiency is common for those with dry eye, which means you may not have enough tears to begin with. Applying drops or ointment prior to wearing your mask will help alleviate this problem and maximize the benefits of sleeping with your Blinkjoy mask.
In rare cases for those with extremely sensitive skin, wearing a moisture mask may cause irritation or red marks after initial use. Many customers have resolved this by a) loosening the mask to ensure it is not too tight, and b) applying a gentle eye moisturizing cream or balm prior to use to protect the sensitive skin area around the eyes.
If this is your first time sleeping with an eye mask at night, it may take some getting used to. If this applies to you, we have heard success from many customers that slowly increasing wear time was beneficial. Start with an hour your first night, then two hours, and so on. After one to two weeks, you should have no problem sleeping through the night with your Blinkjoy mask. Even if your mask takes some getting used to, stick with it...your eyes will be happy you did.
Your Blinkjoy mask will work best if you sleep on your back or partially on your side. Changing your preferred sleeping position may seem like a daunting task, but have no fear - we've found this guide on how to train yourself to sleep on your back to be a great one.
Our silicone eye cups are made from 100% medical grade silicone which prevents bacterial buildup. However we do recommend cleaning each silicone eye chamber with soap and water prior to each use to remove dirt or debris.