Pro Tip: Upgrade to These Silk Pillowcases for Next-Level Beauty Sleep

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If you're all about taking care of your skin with anti-wrinkle eye creams and lasers or keeping your hair healthy with hair masks and castor oil, then you should absolutely be sleeping on a silk pillowcase as part of your beauty routine, too. Even if you don't have an intense 10-step skincare routine, it's still worth investing in a good silk pillowcase because not only are they good for your skin and hair, they're also an easy way to make any bedroom feel fancy AF.

Ready to make the upgrade? In addition to testing silk pillowcases ourselves, we spoke to celebrity hairstylist and The Ouai founder Jen Atkin, as well as licensed aesthetician Brit Lanier, about the benefits of silk pillowcases for hair and skin—spoiler alert: they're both fans—and found the silk pillowcases with the most glowing customer reviews. TL;DR: we did the work to find you the absolute best silk pillowcases to invest in right now.

Pro tip before we start: When shopping for a silk pillowcase, keep an eye out for the momme (mm). This is a measurement of density used for silk fabrics. The higher the momme, the more expensive the silk. For reference, a pillow cases of 30 momme is generally considered the most luxe, with 15 being the least, so it's good to aim for somewhere between there. But it all depends on your price point and comfort! Whatever you decide, I can promise that once you go silk, you'll never go back.

Organic Silk Pillowcase

If you want to invest in a silk pillowcase that's 100% organic mulberry silk, this is the one. Not only is the silk pillowcase organic and 22 momme, it's also hypoallergenic, colored only with non-toxic dyes, and has no chemical coating, so you get all the silky benefits. You'll wake up with smooth hair and zero face creases, feeling cool and rested.

• Materials: 100% GOTS-certified organic mulberry silk

• Momme: 22

• Size: Queen

• Closure: Envelope

• Colors: Pearl white, pink sherbert, sky blue, champagne gold, dusk

THE REVIEW: "I have 4c hair and I don't always want to sleep with a bonnet on my head," one tester writes. "So I sleep on this whether I have my hair in a bonnet or not and so far my curls have been loving it. I do have a heavier skin care routine at night and I have noticed some blotches on my pillowcase when I wake up from where the silk has absorbed the product, but it washes out easily and doesn't stain."

100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

The Fishers Finery 25 momme silk pillowcase is a Good Housekeeping favorite for its high-quality silk and affordable price point. It's super soft but not thin, so it won't wear after a few washes. Plus, it comes in 14 different colors, so you shouldn't have a problem finding one to match your linens.

• Materials: 100% mulberry silk

• Momme: 25

• Sizes: Standard, Queen, King

• Closure: Envelope

• Colors: 14

THE REVIEW: "This is the best silk pillowcase I've ever used. It really does the job because it's so thick and soft. No more face lines or tangled hair," one tester writes. "It even comes with a net wash bag, an unexpected gift!"

100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

Bedsure is known for having the most affordable satin pillowcase on the market, and the brand's silk pillowcase isn't a bad value either. If you want to try a silk pillowcase but are nervous about making a big investment in your bedding, this mulberry silk pillowcase is the perfect place to start. At 19 momme, it's not as luxurious as the more expensive pillowcases, but it's still more gentle on your hair than a cotton or polyester pillowcase.

• Materials: 100% mulberry silk

• Momme: 19

• Sizes: Standard, Queen, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: 12

THE REVIEW: "The silk material not only feels luxurious against the skin, but also contributes to healthier hair. I've noticed reduced frizz and fewer tangles since making the switch. The zipper closure ensures that the pillow stays securely in place," writes a reviewer. "If you're looking to elevate your sleep experience and pamper your hair, these pillows are a fantastic investment."

100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

Quince is known for selling quality products at a reasonable price, and that includes silk pillowcases. The brand's 100% mulberry silk pillowcase has a small zip closure, so your pillow will never fall out, and comes in a range of neutral colors that'll go with any decor. And if you don't like it, Quince takes free returns up to 365 days after purchase.

• Materials: 100% mulberry silk

• Momme: 22

• Sizes: Standard/Queen, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: 12
  

THE REVIEW: "I was skeptical of silk pillowcases, but I took the chance because of all the raving reviews from friends and I am so glad I did. My skin is clearer, my hair doesn't tangle, my hair is actually silkier and doesn't get greasy nearly as quickly," reads one tester's review. "Not to mention how SOFT and comfortable they are to sleep on."

DualSilk Washable Pillowcase

Silk is usually cool to the touch but if you run hot, the fabric might not always be breathable enough for you. With the Night DualSilk pillowcase, you get the best of both worlds: Mulberry silk on one side, and a breathable eucalyptus weave on the other, so you can stay cool without having to reach for another pillow.

• Materials: Mulberry silk, 100% eucalyptus

• Momme: Not specified

• Sizes: Standard/Queen, King

• Closure: N/A

• Colors: White, champagne, gunmetal

THE REVIEW: "If you're like me, your skin changes with your cycle. I have been an avid silk pillowcase user for years, but when I saw this one had an alternate side for oily days, I had to try it," writes a reviewer. "Wow, I'm hooked, it's so easy to just flip to the side you need without having to change your pillowcase constantly."

Silk Pillowcase

Cozy Earth makes my favorite bedding of all time—you haven't lived until you've tried the brand's bamboo sheets—so it's not a surprise that the 100% mulberry silk pillowcase is just as good. Available in 7 neutral colors, this luxury pillowcase is super soft.

What distinguishes Cozy Earth's silk pillowcases from others is that they are treated with aloe vera, which has anti-bacterial properties. I don't know about you, but I prefer my pillows to be bacteria-free, thank you very much.

• Materials: 100% mulberry silk

• Momme: Not specified

• Sizes: Standard, King

• Closure: Envelope

• Colors: 7

THE REVIEW: "I have curly hair and sleeping with a silk pillowcase is a game changer! I love this Cozy Earth silk pillowcase," one reviewer writes. "Ultra lux and really soft. Highly recommend."

Organic Silver Ion Silk Pillowcase

This Clementine Sleepwear Silver Ion Silk Pillowcase is essentially just like the brand's O.G. organic silk pillowcase, only infused with silver ions. According to the brand, the silver ion infusion is anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal, so it'll help heal breakouts and stop new ones from popping up. Those with sensitive skin will also love the fact that the pearl white colorway is undyed (and the other two are colored using non-toxic dyes).

When I tested this pillowcase, I woke up without any redness or irritation around my current breakouts—a win for a side sleeper like myself—nor did I feel like the pillowcase absorbed half my skincare routine.

• Materials: 100% GOTS certified organic silk

• Momme: 22

• Sizes: Queen, King

• Closure: Envelope

• Colors: Navy blue, rose mist, pearl white

MY REVIEW: This pillowcase is the softest thing my face has ever touched. I love that I can sleep with my hair down and wake up frizz-free, but, as a side sleeper with rosacea, my favorite thing about this pillow is that I wake up with no irritation or redness.

Queen Silk Pillow Case

It's rare to find a good silk pillowcase with a cute pattern. For some reason, they're mostly solid colors, and when they do have patterns, they're not the cutest. But not Slip, which offers this provincial-themed pillowcase that'll breathe new life into your everyday bedding. Plus, getting a patterned pillowcase will help ensure no one steals your preferred pillow. Unless you get two identical ones, then you're on your own.

• Materials: 100% mulberry silk

• Momme: 22

• Sizes: Queen, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: 19

THE REVIEW: "I had a cheap silk pillowcase and couldn't use it because I didn't like the feel and it made me sweat in the night. Took a chance to upgrade to a nicer version and I LOVE this one by Slip," a tester writes. "I love the way it feels, crisp but silky, and it does not make me hot."

Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

There is very little I hate more than getting out of bed and seeing a clump of hair on my pillow. This feeling is rivaled only by the dread of cleaning the shower drain after washing my hair. Brooklinen's mulberry silk pillowcase won't solve this problem entirely, but it sure does help. If dry hair and breakage are your main concerns, the brand's reasonably-priced silk pillowcase is a total no-brainer.

• Materials: 100% pure mulberry silk

• Momme: Not specified

• Sizes: Standard, King

• Closure: Envelope

• Colors: Ivory, carbon, blush, celestial

THE REVIEW: "I was skeptical that a silk pillowcase is needed, but living in a very dry climate was causing my skin to dry out, as well as my hair to lose its curl and be full of static," writes a tester. "After using this pillowcase, I can say it absolutely helps. My hair is maintaining its curl again and my skin is looking healthier."

Silk Pillowcase

If you prefer a thicker feeling pillowcase, then Parachute's silk pillowcase is the one for you. Made with 25 momme silk, it's got a more substantial weight than other pillowcases on this list, and depending on the state of your pillow, you might need that extra cushion!

Pro tip: Multiple reviewers note that this silk pillowcase runs a bit small, which makes it a perfect fit for thinner pillows typically recommended for stomach sleepers.

• Materials: 100% mulberry silk

• Momme: 25

• Sizes: Standard, King

• Closure: Envelope

• Colors: White, light grey

THE REVIEW: "It is so comforting for a good night's rest," writes a tester. "I tend to be a stomach sleeper and with this pillowcase I enjoy waking up, feeling fresh and dewy with no pillow-wrinkles on my face."

Silk Pillowcase

The Blissy pillowcase is another great not-too-expensive option. Made with 22 momme silk, the pillowcase is soft and smooth against the skin so it won't leave crease marks on your face. It's also meant to be temperature regulating, so it if you're a hot sleeper who dreams of waking up with sweat-free hair, this could be your saving grace.

• Materials: 100% Pure mulberry silk

• Momme: 22

• Sizes: Standard, Queen, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: 13

THE REVIEW: "Absolutely love my Blissy pillowcase! Seriously, I will not sleep on another pillowcase again. I take it with me if I'm not sleeping at home," one tester writes. "Love the thick, soft, cool comfort. It also does help with facial wrinkles upon waking."

Silk Pillowcase Set

A lot of brands that make silk pillowcases don't make matching sheets. But even if they did, silk sheets, while fabulous, aren't for everyone. Mismatch solves this problem with its silk pillowcases and matching cotton sheets. So you get the benefits of a silk pillowcase with the breathability and softness of cotton sheets, and your bedding can look uniform and cohesive without sacrificing any comfort.

As an added bonus, this Mismatch design, white with silver embroidery, gives serious hotel vibes, which will make you feel like you're on vacation every night.

• Materials: Mulberry silk

• Sizes: Queen, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: White and gold, white and silver

THE REVIEW: "These are my first silk pillowcases and I love them," writes a reviewer. "I no longer sleep with a bonnet on my hair at night."

The Sisi Silk Pillowcase

Confession: I love pairing white sheets with a good floral pillowcase. There's just something about the look of dainty florals that makes everything brighter. Unfortunately, good floral silk pillowcases are few and far between. Enter: Hill House's Sisi silk pillowcase, which comes in four simple floral designs and a solid white.

The Hill House silk pillowcases have a zipper closure for a nice, clean look (no extra fabric here). It'll be the perfect floral accent to your bedding. Or, if you prefer matching sheets, Hill House's Sheet Sets feature the same patterns in sateen fabric.

• Materials: Mulberry silk

• Momme: 22

• Size: Standard, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: Blue botanical, blue trellis, pink pond floral, pastel trellis, pure white

THE REVIEW: "LOVE my Sisi silk pillowcase. The print is pretty and so chic, but the most important thing about this pillowcase is the difference it has made in my hair care routine," one tester writes. "It helps to extend the life of my blowouts and I've noticed that sleeping on this pillow maintains the silkiness of my hair. No more weird cowlicks in the morning."

Mulberry Silk Pillowcase Body Pillow Case

All pillows deserve silk pillowcases, no matter their size, which is why we love Suatien's mulberry silk pillowcase. It comes in four sizes, including an extra-large body pillow size. This is especially great if you use a body pillow to sleep on, but also if you just use one to help you sit up in bed. Because the bottom line is, if you're resting your head against anything, you want to make it silk.

• Materials: Mulberry silk

• Momme: Not specified

• Size: Standard, Queen, King, Body Pillow (20" x 54")

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: Black, grayish blue, gray, haze blue, sage green (other sizes are available in more colors)

THE REVIEW: "The fabric is great quality, silky and soft, cool to touch... it makes my skin and hair happy," writes a reviewer. "The sizing was perfect for my body pillow and the zipper closure is fabulous to keep everything in place. Definitely recommend and would purchase again."

The Satin Pillowcase

If you're still not sure you want to pull the trigger on a silk pillowcase, but you want to experience the luxe feel of soft fabric against your skin, this Kitsch satin pillowcase is about as close as you can get. Made of polyester, this satin pillowcase is silky to the touch and is delicate enough to keep friction to a minimum and leave your hair looking healthy and mostly frizz-free.

• Materials: Polyester satin

• Size: Standard/Queen, King

• Closure: Zipper

• Colors: 26

THE REVIEW: "Love these pillowcases," one tester writes. "They seem to last forever. I washed my other one 1-2 times a week for over a year and it still looks new. They are silky and cool to the touch."

What momme is best for a silk pillowcase?

As a general rule of thumb, the best momme (mm) for a silk pillowcase is the closest to 30 mm. Allow me to explain: The Japanese unit of weight measurement, momme, is used to measure the density, and in turn, quality of silk fabrics. And if you've been shoppin' for silk pillowcases, you may have noticed that when the momme goes up, so does the $$$. The best way to understand momme is to think of it like thread count in sheets: Typically—though not always when it comes to bed sheets—the higher the thread count, the better the sheet. Well, it works pretty much the same for momme.

Silk pillows typically land somewhere between 15 to 30 momme, the majority landing somewhere around 19. If you're new to the silk pillowcase game and are looking to try one out, go with a pillowcase with 15 to 19 momme count. Wanting to splurge a little? A 22 momme and up is where it's at.

What are the benefits of silk pillowcases?

Silk pillowcases offer a lot of benefits for your skin and hair, as well as your aesthetic. Yes, they'll glam up any room, but they'll also help keep your hair from drying out. "Cotton absorbs moisture, while silk retains it, so when you lie on a silk or satin pillowcase, the oils from your strands are maintained rather than soaked up, leaving your hair nourished rather than dry," Jen Atkin told Cosmo. Licensed aesthetician Brit Lanier added that, compared to other materials, silk is less likely to contribute to the formation of wrinkles or fine lines. "Your skin can't slide against cotton as it can with silk, so cotton pillowcases can actually create fine lines and crepe-ing on your face due to constant traction and friction," she said.

Personally, I've noticed that when I sleep on a silk pillowcase, my hair looks fresher in the morning and feels less coarse. Silk pillowcases also help keep my combo skin balanced and crease-free—a miracle for a side sleeper. Bottom line: I wake up feeling and looking more like myself!

Meet the experts:

• Jen Atkin is a celebrity hairstylist and founder of the haircare brand OUAI. You can read all about her career in her book, Blowing My Way to the Top.

• Brit Lanier is an aesthetician and content creator based in Texas. She frequently posts about her skincare recommendations and her life as a mother of two.

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