My mother used to sleep with a silk pillowcase to keep her bouffant hairstyle looking fresh between hairdresser appointments. It was one of the few beauty secrets that I remember her telling me about. She’s been gone for a long time now. So I was especially happy to have an opportunity to remember her by trying out something that she had loved.
I was sent a Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase to try. In addition to being my mom’s favorite, I was surprised to find out that sleeping on silk is recommended by dermatologists, plastic surgeons and hairdressers. Silk prevents friction so hair doesn’t tangle and pull, and the fabric doesn’t crease under your skin.
Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase says their product is “anti aging, anti sleep crease, anti bed head”. I sleep on my side or on my stomach, so in the past I would sometimes wake up with a crease on my face. Often, I’d wake up with my hair going every which way. Now my hair feels as smooth as silk, and my skin has no extra lines or wrinkles that I certainly don’t need. Unlike cotton, pure silk doesn’t absorb water. Did you ever think that your cotton pillowcase actually draws water out of your skin? I sure didn’t. Silk actually helps your face stay hydrated!
But in addition to those important benefits, I discovered another plus that I didn’t expect. I have night sweats, and I often wake up in the middle of the night sweating and have to kick off the covers and move to another spot on my pillow. I was surprised to find out that natural silk stays much cooler throughout the night, so I don’t wake up as often. And when I do feel the need to move to a cooler spot on the pillow, silk feels downright like a refrigerator – it stays much cooler, actually colder, than cotton ever did! I recommend the Slip pillowcase for that alone, lol.
Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase let me choose among their luxe pure silk pillowcase options. They have several pretty colors: white, blush pink, champagne, charcoal, navy, peach, gold, red, and black. Although I would have loved the blush shade (one of my favorite colors and very on trend this year), I chose black so that my red hair color wouldn’t ruin the gorgeous silk. The queen size fits my regular sized pillow with room to spare. It also is available in king size.
The silk is so soft and so luxurious. It’s embroidered with the Slip logo. Slip says that they use “the highest grade (6A) long fiber mulberry silk”. It is substantial, not thin. Importantly, they use non-toxic dyes which is good since it’s on my skin for about 8 hours a night and I’m breathing it! In order to help your Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase last a long, long time, they recommend washing it with a pH neutral detergent (pH=7) with delicates on a gentle cycle or washing it by hand. I’ve been trying to figure out the pH level of detergents (most range between 7-10), but I can’t find a list. Because my washing machine is old, I wash my Slip pillowcase by hand with baby shampoo, dish liquid or fine fabric wash. It could use a touchup with the iron, but I don’t usually do it lol.
Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase is an investment: queen size is priced at about $79, king size at $99. You can find it at Sephora, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Dillard’s among other fine retailers as well as on the Slip website where you can find their luxe eye mask! and more information about the product. We often don’t hesitate to spend a lot of money on skincare and haircare products that get used up in a few months, but a Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase that’ll last for years is actually a better value!
Have you tried sleeping on a silk pillowcase?
No, I have not tried silk pillowcase but I know it’s supposed to be really good for hair but I had no idea that it’s good for skin too. I might look into investing one for the new home, it sounds like it’s worth the money in the long run.
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I expect mine to last for a long, long time. If you have a new washing machine, it’s easy to take care of it. Are you moving soon, or have your moved already, Shireen?
The house will be completed in end of June and we had months of delay due to heavy snow. I’m trying my best not to buy anything these days because I know packing will be a pain in the arse. LOL!
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That’s so exciting, Shireen! I’m sorry the snow delayed the construction, but June will be here before you know it. I can’t believe my “new” house is almost 16 years old now. Time does fly.
I’ve heard SO many wonderful benefits from sleeping on a silk pillowcase. I really want to get one, and also pick one up for my mom…perhaps I can gift it to her for Mother’s Day!
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This is such a brilliant, and yet simple, solution to avoid bed-head! I definitely need to try this– because naturally curly hair can be especially unruly, and I need all the help that I can get!
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I think a silk pillowcase would be just your thing, Helen 😉
I’ve heard how beneficial this can be, and I’ve often wanted to switch to see how it helps with my hair. I have trouble managing a second-day hair do without a wash because my hair is CRAZY, lol. I wonder if this would help!
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It definitely helped my hair!
These pillowcases are amazing! Pricey, but totally worth the investment in my opinion!
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I’m planning to get a second one. So handy!
I’ve heard so much about the benefits of a silk pillowcase, but given my acne pattern, I would probably need a few dozen, since I change my pillowcase several times a week.
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You’re probably right, Renu, that you would need a variety of pillowcases so you could change them. Gets a little pricey. Some day!
I have a silk pillowcase and I love it!
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I’m a convert now!
I used to have one but it was for a regular pillow and I have larger pillows. I was sad when it ripped. My hair could use the extra help for second day hair or on the days I go get color and want my ‘do’ to last longer.
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As a former owner, you do indeed know the benefits of a silk pillowcase. Hope some new ones come your way again!
I need a silk pillowcase and I love that blush colour.
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I hope you get it. The blush shade is definitely my fave too. Wish my hair color didn’t come off on everything!
I need one of those pillowcases! In black or dark purple though!
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I knew I wanted one of these, b8ut now I really want one! An investment for sure, but a worth while one it sounds like.
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I really think it is a great investment, Bailey! I loooooove mine!
I need to get myself one, for the sake of my hair!
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Your hair will love you for it 😉
I have been using hybrid silk pillow and satin cap for my hair and face for years! 🙂
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It works, doesn’t it?!
I have one and love it!
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Oh, the bedhead I wake up with! This would really solve all problems. Sounds great! <3
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It’s a worthwhile investment for sure!
I keep wanting to try one for my hair!
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I know you’d love a silk pillowcase! So many benefits!
I had no idea this was good for hair and skin! I need to try one!
It truly is, Lisa. I was skeptical but I love it!