Iembarked on a 30+ hour journey to the Philippines earlier this year, so I made sure my carry-on was packed wisely to make the most of several flights in economy.

One thing that’s always in my personal item for early morning, overnight, and long-haul flights is my trusty sleep mask . However, after a 14-hour flight from San Francisco to Manila, I mistakenly left my eye mask on the plane, which meant I had to fly without it on my return trip for the first time in years. This made me realize just how crucial the travel accessory is, so I immediately repurchased it when I returned home — and you should snag one, too.

Zggcd Light Blocking Sleep Mask

$14 $9 at Amazon

The mask contours to my face, which allows me to sleep soundly even when the cabin lights are on or sunlight shines t

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