Sleeping Cooler: How Sleep Masks Help You Beat Nighttime Overheating

by Sleep Monkey

Many people struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep due to feeling too hot at night. While cooling mattresses and fans can help, there’s a lesser-known, low-cost tool that supports better thermal regulation and quality rest: the sleep mask. While most associate sleep masks with blocking light, the right one can also help your face stay cool and comfortable—leading to longer, deeper sleep.

Why Temperature Matters at Night

Your body temperature naturally drops during sleep. This helps initiate and maintain deep, restorative rest. However, external factors—like stuffy rooms, bedding materials, or hormonal changes—can disrupt this cooling process.

Research from the National Sleep Foundation has shown that thermal comfort plays a major role in sleep quality. Even mild overheating can interrupt REM cycles and lead to frequent wake-ups.

How Sleep Masks Support Thermal Balance

High-quality sleep masks—especially those made of breathable materials like silk or cooling fibers—can shield the eyes from light while helping regulate facial temperature. Cooling the eye area promotes overall calm and contributes to better sleep onset and maintenance.

Top Benefits of Cooling Sleep Masks:

  • Blocks disruptive light while enhancing airflow to the skin

  • Reduces puffiness and inflammation around the eyes

  • Supports body temperature regulation during sleep

  • Helps maintain REM cycles and uninterrupted rest

Who Benefits Most from Cooling Sleep Masks?

  • Hot sleepers who wake up sweaty or overheated

  • Shift workers sleeping during warmer daytime hours

  • People with hot flashes or night sweats

  • Anyone living in warm climates without strong A/C

Try Sleep Monkey’s Cool & Comfy Collection

At Sleep Monkey, we design our masks to be ultra-breathable, lightweight, and gentle on your skin—without trapping heat. Whether you’re trying to stay cool on summer nights or just prefer the feel of soft, airy fabric on your face, our sleep masks are made to help you rest better, longer.

Check out our catalogue of sleeping masks right here! https://sleepmonkey.ca/collections/all

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