Bleaching my hair four years ago made me struggle in the curly and dry locks. I tried everything from moisturizing shampoos to those expensive repair treatments, but nothing could give me a lasting effect. While researching what else I can do to solve the problem, many people recommend sleeping on silk pillowcases. Before that, I was sleeping on a cotton pillowcase, which left me nervous headboard with intense brushing, which meant cracking and more frizz. Since I have 2a/2b waves and curls, it makes almost pointless under my wavy hairstyle routine.
Despite my skepticism, I decided to try a silk pillowcase. Send me a comfortable earth 100% Mulberry Silk Pillow Cover (No stock at the moment) This is what happened – with photo evidence.
Before silk pillowcase
I've been using 100% cotton pillowcases for the past few years. While I won't say they offer the most luxurious experience, they get the job done. But, every day I wake up with tangled, curly hair and fabric lines on my face. I'm a popular sleeper, which adds to the confusion, especially since my cotton pillowcase doesn't cool down.
Following the wavy hair routine, after the open air, I will use the exempted conditioner or wave spray to scratch my hair, emphasizing curls. I try not to use too many products as my hair is thin and looks greasy. After that, it drys and looks to behave. But then, I went to bed…
This hair is tangled to the point where you need to brush your teeth (combing it with your fingers doesn't work). What I left was a small bunch of frizz and no curls or waves to see. This happens so often that I have stopped executing the wavy hairstyle routine toward the dance because my head of the bed is strong enough to make the whole effort pointless.
Silk pillowcases reduce friction and do not absorb too much moisture, which helps preserve the hairstyle, keep the hair hydrated and prevents tangles and cracks. Thanks to its soft fabric, it is said to be perfect for sensitive, acne-prone skin – although it is not a one-stop miracle therapy. With this information in mind, I switched the cotton pillowcase for silk.
After the silk pillowcase
I immediately felt a difference after I put my head on the pillowcase. The lack of friction makes it easier for me to slide my skin and hair on the shell, while the fabric cools more than cotton (perfect for popular sleepers like me). Now, go for a real test: sleep with a silk pillowcase.
I like to sleep with this fabric. It's cooler and more luxurious than my cotton pillow. Plus, there is no residual fabric thread on my skin. As for my hair, I performed my summer wavy habit and went to bed…
While my hair still gets more messy overnight, it's not as tangled and curly as it is usually. I can still tell the more noticeable waves and slight curls. Usually, when I wake up, my hair looks like it’s angry at me, but this time, it looks distracting. It's easier to comb with your fingers, which means the hair is only slightly necessary, so my frizz pos are reduced. My hair also feels softer and more hydrated.
The comfortable earth pillowcase is made of 100% mulberry sil silk and treated with aloe vera.
Since silk pillowcases are more expensive than cotton pillowcases, I secretly hope the experiment won't work. But based on these results, I think the silk pillowcases are worth it – especially if you are ready to take care of them for longer life.
These are the care instructions for comfortable earth silk pillowcases: “Machine washable, cool iron, don’t dry, mild detergent or hand washing.” I’ve seen other brands recommend easily handling your silk products by using the soft cycle of your phone in a separate mesh laundry bag to enjoy a soft cycle in a separate mesh laundry bag.
Again, my maintenance volume is low: I used a washing machine with a mild detergent. The model of my apartment building does not have a soft cycle, so I put the pillowcase in a protective mesh bag before washing. Then, I let it air dry, no problem.
Do I recommend silk pillowcases?
If you're tired of waking up with bed, sleeping or hate fabric threads on your skin – and you have spare cash or birthday wishlists – I think the silk pillowcase is worth it. Usually, I believe that any product that improves sleep is worth it if you are willing to take care of it correctly.
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Before cleaning the silk pillowcase for the first time, check the brand for specific washing and drying instructions. Usually, you can clean it with cold water in a gentle cycle (no rotation) or the machine performs silk pillowcases with cold water. It is best to avoid irritating fabric softeners and bleaches and then use a mild detergent. You can use a pillow case in a low setting or use a clothes dryer.
Putting the pillowcase from the inside out and putting it in a mesh laundry bag can help protect it during the washing and drying process.
Silk pillowcases have the potential to help with acne skin. Thanks to its smooth, tightly woven materials, they reduce friction and irritation and prevent bacteria and excessive oil production from building up. Silk does not absorb as much moisture from the skin as materials like cotton, which helps keep the skin hydrated. Silk is also naturally hypoallergenic and temperature-regulated.
Just like the rest of your bedding, washing silk pillowcases regularly is essential to remove the buildup of oil and dirt. However, it also depends on your skin. Usually, once a week is enough, but twice a week may be better if your skin is too oily. To extend the life of silk pillowcases, choose to wash your hands or spots with a gentle detergent and then hang to dry.
Silk pillowcases have some potential drawbacks. The main cost is the higher cost, as silk is considered a luxury material. Another is the special care requirement. Because silk is exquisite, it may be more vulnerable to damage than other materials like cotton, and not everyone likes the cool, slippery feeling of silk. Finally, moral issues may arise because the production of real silk involves silkworms.
