Most of us do not pay our pillowcases a whole lot of attention. But treating them as just something we put our heads down on ignores the fact that nothing else in the world spends as much time touching our faces and hair as our pillowcases.
Recently I learned that what I put my head on could be affecting the health of my hair and skin. Aside from sun damage, it is estimated that one of the biggest causes of skin ageing is from sleeping on traditional cotton, linen or polyester pillowcases.
Traditional pillowcases do not slip and over time, this causes damage to delicate facial skin and hair.
Cotton scratches and tugs on skin, resulting in visible premature stretching and sleep creases. Whilst the creases usually go away later the same day, over time they may turn into permanent wrinkles.
Cotton also pulls hair and twists it at the roots throughout the night, which causes bedhead in the short term and can damage hair follicles, leading to thinner, less healthy hair in the long run. Finally, cotton is very absorbent. It can hold up to 27 times its own weight in water, which means it actually draws moisture away from skin and hair.
Silk pillowcases have many benefits for keeping hair and skin in the best shape. Silk is so gentle, it allows skin and hair to glide across the surface, thus protecting and hydrating skin, and reducing hair breakage and split ends. Unlike cotton, which draws moisture from the face, hair and scalp, silk breathes and is a natural temperature regulator, leaving skin more hydrated and hair healthier over time.
The fabulous Rejuvenating Anti-Ageing Silk Pillowcase by Holistic Silk is super-smooth and friction free, deterring facial creasing and damage to skin cells and hair during sleep.
The silk pillowcase will not absorb those valuable night creams or natural moisture, while helping to retain it throughout the night, keeping skin hydrated and nourished. A natural part of silk is the protein sericin, which leaves a protective barrier on skin and prevents further damage.
Beautifully made from 100% luxurious weight satin silk, it is naturally dyed and hypoallergenic. At a generous weight of 19-momme silk, the pillowcase is also finished to the highest standard, with French seams and satin piping throughout. It is machine washable for convenience.
It comes with a beautiful organza storage bag to make sure the pillowcase is clean and safe at home or whilst travelling. As a lovely touch, each pillowcase comes with a lavender sachet to promote good rest.
Here is a silk pillowcase of exquisite purity and quality, providing the ultimate combination of shine, thickness, softness and durability.
Undeniably gorgeous, the lovely Anti-Ageing Silk Pillowcase from Holistic Silk will help skin and hair get the beauty sleep needed to help maintain a youthful and healthy appearance.
