Silk is the epitome of luxury – the smooth, lush fabric means you can experience the most sumptuous slumber. Whether silk bedding, silk pillowcases, or silk pyjamas, they can be an integral part of your beauty routine on a nightly basis.
Want to know more about how a pure silk pillowcase could end your bedhead and add a host of benefits to your skin and hair? This article will cover how silk pillowcases compare to others and how to care for them.
Silk is one of the softest materials thanks to its long, natural fibres that produce a lightweight fabric that is then used to create luxury silk pillowcases. Silk is breathable, and can help regulate body temperature. This makes it an ideal year-round material, keeping you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
The History Of Silk
Silk has been around for a long time and the oldest known silk is thought to be about 5,000 years old! According to the legends of China, the fabric was originally discovered by accident when Empress Si Ling-Chi was drinking tea under a mulberry tree and a cocoon dropped from the tree into her cup. The hot water from the tea unravelled the shimmering threads and lead to the empress being inspired to have them weaved into a luxurious gown. This then lead to her people learning to cultivate silkworms, extract the fibres and weave them into a fabric.
Although silk around China became popular very quickly, it was very much kept a secret by the Chinese for nearly 3000 years and is still to this day the dominant source of silk. However, once the silk trend took hold, Japan and India are now among the top silk producers in the world.
Why Choose Mulberry Silk?
Although silk can come from other sources, fibres are less uniform in colour and texture in comparison to mulberry silk. This is thanks to the Bombyx mori. This type of silkworm has an exclusive diet of mulberry leaves which means it can produce fibre that is more refined, durable and uniform. Mulberry silk is the highest quality silk you can purchase and that is why it is the most luxurious and sought-after for luxury bedding and clothing.
Benefits Of A Silk Pillowcase
The benefits of sleeping with a silk pillowcase start with a comfortable and peaceful slumber. The silk’s soft sumptuous material provides the perfect environment for a restful sleep. Because the fabric naturally regulates your temperature, you will spend less time flipping your pillow for the “cool side”. With silk, the whole pillow remains cool all night long.
When you sleep well, your health is immensely improved. More restful sleep is a key ingredient for healthier-looking skin. The beauty benefits of a silk pillowcase even go further than just getting rid of those tired dark circles.
Silk follows, thanks to its gentle, ultra-smooth fabric means your skin is much less likely to develop wrinkles and creases. Sleeping on mulberry silk pillowcases can also help save on the many beauty products you may be investing in. That protein fibre gives silk a lower absorption rate than linen or cotton, so mulberry silk pillowcases will naturally absorb less of your beauty products while you sleep. You’ll be able to use fewer products and enjoy the same benefits. Silk pillowcases are particularly kind to acne-prone skin. This is because the breakouts can be exacerbated by the friction from your skin coming into contact with coarse-textured fabrics.
Silk pillowcase filaments are strong and create a surface that is also less likely to damage your hair and keep it looking soft and healthy. Also, standard cotton or polyester pillowcases can dry out your hair and cause frizziness, but silk is kind to the filaments of your hair and can reduce the risk of hair loss. If you are looking for the perfect silk pillowcase, or even bedding or nightwear, head over to our shop to check out our available products.
