Submitted by howyes t3_xvm3r4 in BuyItForLife
Every suggestion I've seen has an elastic strap which eventually loses elasticity thus becoming useless & annoying to try to fix or ridiculously expensive.
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GGG15b4d t1_ir1p27r wrote
Mine have adjustable elastic straps. When they stretch, takes 5 seconds to make them tighter. Don't know brands off of the top my head, but the design is definitely present in many models online. They get so little wear, not sure I'd ever need to replace. Stitching has remained 100% for about a year and a half.
marbarella t1_ir1po15 wrote
Switch to a nitehood. I have the adjustable one and have been using it for years. It blocks out everything, and doesn't pop off your head. It's amazing.
sjimenez_c t1_ir2cfax wrote
Look into a merino wool buff. It can be used in different ways, eye mask included. That’s on my list next time I need to replace my eye mask.
scrollgirl24 t1_ir2os5x wrote
Seconded. I have a cheap multipack from Amazon and if they stretch a little I just tighten them. It will take a long time before they're completely stretched.
sweetassassin t1_ir3hh4i wrote
No elastic. Super soft. The best way to describe how it feels is like having a light weight down comforter on my face. Of course, no down, but you know what I mean.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TXF81Z7?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
jester628 t1_ir46t0g wrote
Haven’t seen any support for Manta yet. I really like their style with the cups that don’t press on your eyes. The strap is velcro, so should solve the problem you’re looking to solve. I haven’t tried the newest version, but they older ones are excellent. Definitely would recommend them.
TheComebackKid69 t1_ir51hbs wrote
Seconded. As a shift worker I haven’t found anything better.
habrasangre t1_ir5f8iv wrote
Manta sleep mask
emmybearess t1_irdvijn wrote
Also great if you have lash extensions!
BlNG0 t1_irh1t33 wrote
have you used one for that?....you dont think light would show through it?
sjimenez_c t1_irhcwfg wrote
As I stated on my comment, I plan on replacing my eye mask with a buff. I have used a shirt or towel when I travel and forget my eye mask, and it works fine. For me personally, I just need something/anything over my eyes.
BlNG0 t1_irhiogj wrote
Alright. I take that as a “no/i dont know.” Ha.
Hemayat t1_iruxf3s wrote
I love my Manta!
nunyabidnez76 t1_ishw8on wrote
I have a set of these. Super comfortable and has a fully adjustable Velcro strip.
Trinity-nottiffany t1_ir1oxkh wrote
Something like that would be easy to convert to a Velcro strap even if you don’t have a sewing machine. You can get something in a fabric store called “double fold bias tape” or “double fold bias binding” (they also make fleece binding if you prefer). It’s no more than 1/2” wide and can easily be stitched on with 4-5 stitches each side in place of elastic. If you have some of those Velcro cord wraps, they would be a better choice than the regular Velcro for this purpose. It’s lower profile and about as wide as the bias binding. Cut and sew a little square or rectangle on each end of your binding to hold your mask around your head.