A real mulberry silk sleep mask from an established brand costs roughly $50 to $150. The masks I checked on September 29, 2026 were Blissy at $49.95, Slip at $72, Manta SILK at $75 and our own Voile at $148. Polyester satin masks cost far less. Price alone will not tell you which is better, but momme weight, silk grade, a certificate you can check, and the mask's shape will.
I am Erin Wise, founder of Wink Silk, and Voile is the most expensive mask in this piece by a wide margin. I am going to say that plainly, and then show you what you get at each price, including where the cheaper mask is the smarter buy. I have no relationship with Slip, Blissy or Manta and nothing to gain from recommending them.
What silk eye masks actually cost
Here is what each brand states on its own product page, checked on September 29, 2026.
| Blissy | Slip | Manta SILK | Wink Silk Voile™ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $49.95 | $72 | $75 | $148 |
| Momme | 22 | 22 | 30 on the cups, 22 strap | 25 |
| Grade and fiber, as stated | 6A | Mulberry | 6A; strap 90% silk, 10% spandex | 6A mulberry |
| Certification stated | OEKO-TEX | None stated | None stated | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (manufacturer) |
| Shape | Not compared here | Not compared here | Cupped | Contoured, a cup over each eye |
A few honest notes on that table. Blissy gives you a stated OEKO-TEX certification and 22 momme, 6A silk for under $50, which is the best value on paper. Manta puts denser 30 momme silk on its cups than we use, at about half our price. Slip sits in the middle. For a fuller look at the fiber differences between these masks and cheap satin ones, see our silk vs satin eye mask comparison.
What actually drives the cost of a silk mask
Momme weight
Momme is how much the silk weighs per area, which tells you how dense it is. More momme means more raw silk in every mask. Denser silk has more fiber per square meter, so there is more fabric to wear through, and it tends to hold its surface longer through washing. How long any mask lasts still depends on how you care for it. Our guide to 25 momme silk explains the numbers in full.
Silk grade
Grade 6A is the top of the common grading scale for mulberry silk and refers to long, even fibers. Higher grades cost more per meter than lower-grade silk sold under the same word.
Certification
Third-party testing costs money and has to be renewed. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 tests the finished fabric for a long list of harmful substances. It is not the only sign of a good mask, but it is one you can check rather than take on trust. If a brand says "certified," look for a number.
Construction
A flat mask is cut from a couple of simple pattern pieces and sewn around the edge. A contoured mask with cups needs curved pieces cut precisely, curved seams that are harder to finish cleanly, and a fit check a flat panel never needs. That means more fabric lost in cutting and more time at the machine.
What raises the price without changing the mask
Packaging, marketing spend and "limited edition" language can all raise a price without changing what touches your face. None of that is unusual in retail, and none of it is a reason to pay more. When two masks look alike, line up their stated specs before you compare prices. If one states momme, grade and a certificate number and the other states none of them, the price gap tells you very little.
What you get under $20
Under about $20 you are usually buying polyester satin, or a mask labeled "silk" with no momme weight and no fiber percentage. Polyester satin is smooth, cheap and easy to wash, and for a mask you wear twice a year on a plane, it is a perfectly reasonable buy. It does not breathe like silk, and a steep discount on something calling itself pure mulberry silk deserves a second look at the fiber content. Our guide to real vs fake silk shows you how to check.
Why Voile costs $148
Voile™ is a contoured silk eye mask with a cup over each eye, so the silk does not press on your lids. It is made from 25 momme, Grade 6A mulberry silk, the same Performance Luxury Silk™ as our pillowcases. Voile is made from OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified silk: our manufacturer's certificate BJ025 172302 (TESTEX) covers our pillowcases, eye masks and scrunchies. Wink Silk is pursuing its own OEKO-TEX certification. You can look the number up on our certifications page.
Part of the price is the silk and the cupped construction. Part of it is that we are a small, new company making small runs, which costs more per piece than a large brand's volume. I will not pretend every dollar of that price is fabric, because it is not.
Why build it this way at all? I was diagnosed with CLL at 44, and after treatment I developed MCAS, so I need to know exactly what sits against my skin all night. I could not find a mask that combined the cup shape I wanted with 25 momme Grade 6A mulberry silk, so we made one. We all deserve to know exactly what we are resting against for eight hours a night.
Is an expensive silk sleep mask worth it?
Buy the cheaper mask if
- You want real silk with a stated OEKO-TEX certification for the least money. Blissy at $49.95 is the one I would point you to.
- Total darkness from a cupped mask is your priority and you want denser 30 momme silk on the cups. Manta at $75 is a strong choice.
- You travel occasionally and just want the light gone. Polyester satin is fine.
- You are not sure you will wear a mask at all. Try a cheap one first.
Consider Voile if
- You want cups that keep silk off your lids, 25 momme Grade 6A mulberry silk and a manufacturer OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificate number (BJ025 172302) you can check, and you are willing to pay for all three together.
- You wear a mask every night, so cost per wear matters more to you than sticker price.
Pre-sale orders ship January 2027, with free US shipping and 30-day returns. If you are still deciding whether any mask is worth it, start with the real benefits of a silk sleep mask. And whatever you buy, it will last longer if you wash your silk sleep mask the right way.
Check the spec before you check the price, every time, whichever direction the price surprises you.
The most expensive mask on this page, with every spec printed so you can judge it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should a silk eye mask cost?
For real mulberry silk from an established brand, expect roughly $50 to $150. The masks I checked on September 29, 2026 were Blissy at $49.95, Slip at $72, Manta SILK at $75 and Wink Silk's Voile at $148. Polyester satin masks cost much less. Compare momme weight, silk grade, certification and shape rather than price alone.
Why are silk eye masks so expensive?
Mulberry silk costs far more per meter than polyester, and higher momme weights use more of it. Top-grade 6A silk costs more than lower grades, third-party certification has a recurring cost, and a contoured mask with cups takes more fabric and labor than a flat one. Brand, packaging and marketing add to the price too, without changing the mask itself.
Is an expensive silk sleep mask worth it?
It can be if you wear one every night and the extra money buys something you can point to: higher momme, a stated grade, a certificate number or a cupped shape. If the pricier mask has the same specs as a cheaper one, you are paying for the brand. For occasional travel, a cheaper silk or satin mask is usually the smarter buy.
Is a cheap silk eye mask real silk?
Sometimes, but check. A mask priced far below real mulberry silk masks may be polyester satin, a low momme silk, or a mix of fibers sold under the word silk. Look for a fiber percentage, a momme weight and a certificate number. Polyester satin is not a bad product for occasional use, but it should be sold as satin.
What is the best value silk sleep mask?
Of the masks I checked, Blissy at $49.95 offers stated OEKO-TEX certification and 22 momme, 6A silk, which is the best value on paper. Manta at $75 uses 30 momme silk on its cups. Wink Silk's Voile at $148 is the most expensive, and it adds 25 momme Grade 6A mulberry silk, a cup over each eye and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified silk under our manufacturer's certificate BJ025 172302.
