What is the best silk for a pillowcase?

The best silk for pillowcases is 100% mulberry silk, ideally 22 momme or higher. Mulberry silk is smoother and stronger than other types, helping your skin and hair glide across the surface without friction.

Do silk pillowcases help if I sleep hot?

Yes. Silk is naturally breathable and temperature-regulating. Unlike cotton, which absorbs and holds heat, silk helps wick away moisture and feels cool against your skin. This makes it ideal if you “sleep hot” or have night sweats.

Are silk pillowcases good for skin?

Silk reduces creases and friction on the skin. It also absorbs less moisture than cotton, helping your skin stay hydrated overnight and allowing your skincare products to work better.

Do silk pillowcases help with hair?

Yes. A silk pillowcase helps prevent bedhead, frizz, and split ends by reducing tugging and breakage. Many people notice smoother, shinier hair after switching from cotton to silk.

What is momme weight and why does it matter?

Momme (mm) measures silk weight and density, similar to thread count in cotton.

  • 19 momme – entry level, softer but thinner

  • 22 momme – luxury balance of softness, strength, and durability

  • 25 momme – ultra-luxury, thicker and longer-lasting

Our pillowcases are 22 momme mulberry silk, the perfect sweet spot for everyday luxury.

How do I wash a silk pillowcase?

  • Use a gentle silk-safe detergent

  • Wash at 30°C on a delicate cycle or by hand

  • Air dry flat or hang out of direct sunlight

  • Avoid fabric softener and tumble drying

With proper care, silk pillowcases last for years without losing their smoothness.

Why are silk pillowcases more expensive than satin?

Many cheap “silk” pillowcases online are actually satin polyester. Satin may look shiny, but it doesn’t have the cooling, skin, or hair benefits of real silk. Genuine silk is a natural fibre, harder to produce, and far more durable — making it a better long-term investment.

Do your pillowcases have a guarantee?

Yes. At SilkPillowcase.co.uk we’ve been trusted for over 7 years, with 1,400+ five-star reviews. Every pillowcase is backed by a 90-night money-back guarantee for your peace of mind.

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Beautifully soft material - really lovely to lie on

LOVELY QUALITY MULBERRY SILK 100% Grade 6A

Fresh and cooling pillowcase for a good night's sleep. Certainly gives smooth shining hair on waking up. Soft and comforting on the skin too. Something I'd recommend for everyone to give a try. I now have two.

Pillowcase

Lovely quality...so soft. A perfect present

Beware of this company

I bought a purple pillowcase, ordered another and the colours were completely different. I blue purple, 1 red purple. Emailed, told to send back. Cost £2.95. After 4 weeks and many emails from me and Paypal eventually refunded cost of pillowcases but not postage. Definitely won't be buying from this company again.

The luxury of silk pillowcases

Since buying my first ivory coloured pillowcase, I’ve become a bit of an addict. Adverts say that sleeping on silk is good for one’s face and hair. I can’t comment on that as I’ve used nothing else for years now, so have no point of reference for comparison. Irrespective of that, I enjoy the indulgence of these silk pillowcases and the colours offered. Each time an email arrives with an offer, I have to resist buying another one. As the photo will attest, I’m not very strong in my self restraint!

Better then expected. I see the differences on my hair. Less frizzy hair. My skin looks great.
I will buy again. Thank you!

Great product. Great customer service.

I’m delighted with my Silk Pillowcase. I love the feel of it especially when I turn over in the night and I can feel its coolness against my skin.
I’d also like to thank Michelle in customer service for her great support when I found I’d ordered the wrong colour of pillowcase (Ivory was a bit too yellow for what I wanted). She replied promptly to my message and quickly agreed to swap it for the champagne one which is perfect.
Love the product and love the service ! Thank you.

Ps I tried to upload a video but it was too large, so have sent some pics instead.

Such quality Mulberry silk pillow case

I was so impressed with my pillow case, I ordered another two.
I have bought many silk pillow cases from other companies, but none of them are of the quality of Silk Pillow case.co.com.
Very happy with my Mulberry silk pillow cases.
Lady Jeanns

Best silk pillowcases ever!

I have been using these for several years now & wouldn’t buy any other. The quality is superb as is the customer service. I am currently undergoing chemo & firmly believe that these amazing cases have really helped my skin & hair.

Super Soft

This pillowcase is exactly as described. It’s so lovely and soft to sleep on and it keeps you cool. The colour is perfect - bright white!

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Dominika
Fantastic product

I have it for 3 years now and I use it nearly every night. It's still in great condition. I love it

Fabulous!

I have it for 3 years now and it's still in excellent condition even though I always wash it in the washing machine. I love it

Lovely feel and quality

Pillowcase arrived as expected, well packaged and delivered on time. Ordered white which is a slightly creamy white. Well made with a discreet zip to enclose the pillow. Weight of fabric is good; pillowcase feels luxurious and soft and I am very happy with it. Now need to order a second one for when this is in the wash...

Beautiful silk pillow case.

This is the 1st time that I have bought a real silk pillow case, and it is the best thing that I have ever done for my hair, so I ordered another one, my hair use to look like a birds nest every morning, but not any more with the silk pillow cases. thank you Michelle.

Best silk from this company

I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. My hair is in better condition, my wrinkles have faded, I’m cooler at night and will never go back to cotton. Please follow Michelle’s washing tips to get the best out of your silk!

I love my new silk pillow case!

I was persuaded by a curly haired friend that silk was best so I tried it. My friend is right, my curls stay in better, the frizz has decreased.

Beneficial

Quality product, cool and beneficial for hair

An affordable luxury…

Of the four silk pillowcases, two were for my daughter and two for myself. We are both delighted with them, the fabric is so smooth to one’s face, and the it doesn’t crease even after sleeping on it.
I don’t wish to go back to cotton, so will order more in the future.

My hair has never looked better in the morning

I am thrilled with this silk bonnet. It keeps my hair, which is very curly, with its curl for days and no frizz. I highly recommend this company. Worth the money.

Perfect for protecting my wavy hair!

As well as feeling totally luxurious, this pillow is perfect for protecting my wavy hair at night without waking up to a mountain of frizz!

Our new best friend!

My daughter and I are both delighted with our silk pillowcases. They are so smooth and don’t crease at all, hence no marks on one’s face in the morning. I particularly like the zipper closure as that keeps the pillowcase well stretched out.

Lovely silk pillowcase

Ordered for my daughter’s birthday. Took a little time to come, but well worth the wait as terrific quality pillowcase. My daughter so pleased with the results of just one night sleep. I will be getting one for myself now!

Great product and quality, took a while to arrive but product and packaging arrived great. Perfect for a gift

Pink Silk Pillowcase

I have bought Momme Light Pink Silk Pillowcase 100% Mulberry Silk. The quality and
colour are amazing. I cannot imagine how I slept without it. Also, the pillowcase is easy to look after: wash/iron. Will be definitely buying more colours.

Great pillowcase

I just love these I now own six.
Kind to both my skin and hair no more frizz .