Characteristics and features of silk pillowcases

Silk bed linen not only looks luxurious and elegant, but also gives amazing comfort, which is very important for a good rest. In addition, silk products are characterized by a lot of useful qualities. Therefore, we can say that when choosing silk pillowcases, buyers take care of their health.

Speaking about the features of silk pillowcases, it follows consider separately the useful qualities of this material.

1. The material is natural and environmentally friendly, as it is extracted from the silkworm cocoon. The composition of the fabric includes 18 amino acids and natural protein, which has a beneficial effect on the skin of the face. Touching it while resting, silk prevents the development of early wrinkles, prevents dryness, maintains elasticity and healthy skin tone.
2. Applying a night face cream before going to bed, a woman need not worry that all the beneficial composition will be absorbed into the pillow. Silk smooth fabric will not allow this, but, on the contrary, will contribute to moisturizing and high-quality penetration of the product into the pores. Even some dermatologists recommend that patients with skin problems sleep on silk pillowcases.
3. Dust mites do not live in this matter, mold does not start, and therefore the fabric belongs to hypoallergenic materials. Silk pillowcases are suitable for asthma patients.
4. Experts note the beneficial effect of silk on hair. Being on the slippery surface of the pillow, the strands do not cling to anything or get confused, and do not form lumps in the morning.
5. Silk bedding is smooth and very pleasant to the touch. Sleeping on it is comfortable and cozy, and a sound sleep is the key to health and success in all endeavors.

It should be noted that this material also has a number of disadvantages.

• The fabric does not absorb moisture, so ugly marks may remain on the surface of the pillowcase. These typos are less noticeable on dark-colored products.
• 100% material wrinkles a lot, which affects its appearance. At the same time, such fabric cannot be ironed.
• The disadvantage of the product is its price. Real natural matter is not available to everyone.

To make a silk pillowcase really useful, follow some guidelines for choosing bedding.

• Make sure it is 100% natural silk, not synthetic. If you have a cheap product in front of you, then it is unlikely that it will really benefit. Real natural material cannot cost little.
• The most preferred option is charmeuse. This material is very light and delicate, it looks elegant, differs in airiness, strength, durability.
• Most often, natural silk bedding has no design. The material itself is shiny, so it looks very sophisticated even without patterns. The stores also offer sets with abstract patterns on silk fabric. Such options also look very sophisticated. Silk is beautiful both in pastel colors and in rich shades (in burgundy, red, brown).
• Don't forget about dimensions. If your pillow has dimensions of 50x70, then, accordingly, the pillowcase should have the same dimensions. The same rule applies to comforters and duvet covers.

So, silk pillowcases are bought and tested by households. Now we have to learn about the rules of caring for these delicate products. In general, care does not require compliance with any important conditions, since the material is strong, reliable and durable.

• It is better to wash pillowcases in a gentle mode without the use of chemical stain removers and bleach.
• It is best to hand wash the garments using a mild powder specially formulated for silk care.
• If you do wash your laundry in a typewriter, you should abandon the automatic spin cycle. It is better to squeeze the canvas yourself, carefully, without twisting it. Hang the pillowcases in a room at room temperature to dry them after washing.
• Under no circumstances should such fabric be ironed.
• Before making your bed in the morning, ventilate the room. This will keep the pillowcases fresh and pleasant for a long time.

Most of the reviews for silk pillowcases are positive. Consumers note the chic appearance of the products. Among the buyers there are even those who preserve silk bedding for "special occasions" or for guests (to show off). Silk bed becomes a great excuse for young couples to take a break from everyday problems and experience romantic feelings again.

Of the shortcomings of the material, consumers note the inability of the fabric to retain heat.so silk sets are mostly used in summer. Also, not everyone likes the smoothness of matter. According to some buyers, sleeping on a silk pillowcase is uncomfortable because the pillow constantly slips. If a vacationer sweats at night, then ugly yellow spots remain on the pillowcase of light shades. Not all consumers are satisfied with the price of the products.

Only in this case, pillowcases made of natural material will provide you with a healthy and comfortable sleep, which, in turn, will affect your performance, physical activity and psycho-emotional state.

For an overview of a silk pillowcase, see the next video.