Satin Vs. Silk Pillowcases: How Does It Improve Your Skin And Hair?
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You must have read in numerous places that sleeping on a silk or satin pillowcase is the secret to detangled, silky, and healthy hair. If you have tried it, you know the pain of sliding off your pillow all night and having to hold on tight just to keep your head on it. Well, now to come to the point, it’s worth the struggle only if it actually does what it claims to do. Here we have charted out the benefits and science behind the materials to find why your hair cannot do without it. Read on to know more!
The Use Of Silk Pillow Covers
The silk cover is not just good for your hair; it is also something you should invest in if you have acne-prone skin. More research is needed on the subject to know the benefits, but clinical trials have shown a reduction in acne in people who switched to clean pillowcases.
Benefits Of Sleeping On Silk Pillowcase
It reduces the friction between the skin and hair, preventing damage.
It is easy to wash and maintain.
It does not dry your hair any further.
Absorbs lesser dust and moisture from the air.
Cotton might be good for your skin and is a breathable material; however, it soaks up natural oil from your hair and skin and becomes the breathing ground of bacterial growth. Even if you dust it up, the bacteria stay to irritate your skin and scalp.
Use Of Satin Pillowcases
Now for satin pillowcases. The mind-blowing fact is satin is not a kind of fabric! It is a weave made of different kinds of fibers. So if you have any clothing made of satin, it could be made from rayon, silk, and polyester blends. They are believed to be even better than silk. Let’s go on and read more about it to be sure.
Benefits Of Satin Pillowcase
Satin gives you a slippery feel and does not create static for your hair. Here is why you need to opt for a satin case.
- Frizz Protection
Satin is a smooth fabric, and it doesn’t tug and pull your hair cuticle like cotton cases. The result is frizz-free silky hair.
- Fewer Tangles
Using fabrics like cotton, keep your hair stuck in a place and don’t let them move. This is what creates tangles. If your hair is dry and prone to tangling, using a satin pillowcase will keep your strands in place.
- Prevents Hair Breakage
Hair breakage is a problem we all dread, and most of it happens at night. Even if you brush your hair before going to bed, the friction caused by the pillow cover gets it all together. Using a satin comb will help you keep the breakage to a minimum, and you can even walk out without the need to brush your hair again.
- Fewer Creases
No one wants to wake up with road maps on their face. Though they are temporary, they later pave the ways for wrinkles to appear. Using a satin cover will ensure no crease line on your face.
- Retains Moisture
Cotton and other materials commonly used in pillow covers are drying for the skin. It can soak the natural oils off your skin and hair and make it dry by morning.
- Reduces Skin Problems
Sleeping on a smooth surface like satin will reduce skin rubbing and cause lesser rashes and acne. The lesser the friction, the lesser are the chances of irritation caused by your pillow.
Silk Vs. Satin
Now for the main thing, which one is better? If you are a vegan and don’t use animal products, you should opt for the satin one. For starters, satin pillowcases are affordable, and you won’t have to plunge a hole in your pocket just to get one. Production of silk is a tedious process, and hence the price is always high.
Silk pillow is hypoallergenic and keeps you more relaxed at night. Both feel silky and smooth on your face. So what you choose is totally up to your preference.
Drawbacks
If you want to go for silk or satin cases, make sure your room is air-conditioned and comfortable for you to sleep snug and warm. One of the drawbacks is that satin covers have no cooler side. No matter how many times you flip your pillow to get the cool effect, it will get real hot quick. Also, the sliding effect will annoy you as a first-time user, and you might give up on the idea altogether.
So now that you know why you need to invest in silk and satin pillowcases, you will surely get one right way. You can also try wrapping a silk shirt on your pillow to see if you can pull it off. So, do you have any DIY ideas for making your own pillowcase at home? Let us know in the comments below!
