9 best silk pillowcases for silky smooth hair and hydrated skin

The best silk pillowcases are billed as helping to improve your skin and hair, while also making for a luxurious addition to your bedding. Silk is less absorbent than cotton – and won’t wick away moisture – so your skin can lap up the ingredients in your skincare during the night (when it’s at its thirstiest).

There’s no static created by silk as you toss and turn overnight either, so these pillowcases should eradicate frizz. Bye, bye flyaway bedhead. Additionally, strands are protected from breakage, as the smooth surface doesn’t pull hair while you move in your sleep. Hence they’re a favourite of hairstylists and dermatologists alike.

Additionally, natural silk is antibacterial and hypoallergenic for those prone to irritation and with sensitive skin. Plus, it’s breathable and temperature-controlling, while some silk pillowcases are particularly cooling and offer relief if you have trouble overheating at night.

All these pillowcase perks are unique to silk, so you won’t reap the same benefits with similar materials such as satin. In fact, it’s important to look for 100 per cent mulberry silk when shopping for your case. Momme level is also crucial, which is the silk thread’s weight. Ideally, you want to go for anything over 19 momme to ensure durability, while