11 best silk pillowcases for smooth, frizz-free hair and hydrated skin

We’ve been using this pillowcase for six months, and in that time we have noticed our often-dry hair feels less prone to breakage. It has also been gently soothing for our face and brought extra moisture to skin, which has shown up regularly in the form of reduced creases the next morning. Cooling on warm nights and equally snug on chillier ones, we can feel the comforting surface of this pillowcase when turning in bed and have experienced better quality of sleep as a result.

It’s an undyed 22 momme silk pillowcase, so the creamy white colour is from natural shading – you can also purchase it in half silk pillowcase tie form (£26, Thisissilk.com) and in an array of colours and patterns, including blue, grey, pink, stripe, and marble. This particular 50cm x 75cm version has an envelope finish, but you can buy zipper-edged cases too. We also rate its robust packaging box for travel reuse, with handy washing instructions inside.

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Available in a wide pattern and shade selection across pillowcase types, picks include zippered, caramel, gold, navy, white, charcoal and marble, as well as the pink envelope case we sampled. The queen size (51cm x 75cm) fitted our standard pillow well, but you can also shop king, euro, and other shapes too.

The sumptuously shiny case is a thickness of 22 momme mulberry silk and is presented in a sturdy presentation box. Although it is a serious investment, its delicate fabric does feel particularly durable, even after regular washing over a few months, and we felt really relaxed laying our head on the breathable fabric before falling asleep. We woke up the next morning without a fluffy bedhead, and our skin looked softer too.

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We appreciated being able to have a matching set of silk pillowcases at such a reasonable price point. Both cases are finished with a zip closure, ensuring a secure fit on the slippery silk – as they’re made from 19 momme mulberry pure silk thread, the composition is lightweight and almost sheer, so we were careful to avoid catching it. It also features a delicate piped edge finish. Overall, the sleek texture enabled a calming wind-down before bed, and our skin felt refreshed the next day.

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This white 19 momme silk pillowcase has an envelope end and simple edging. We tried the 50cm x 75cm size, which slipped on to our standard pillow easily, with the silk lying flat without any stretch. You can buy the 50cm x 90cm version for bigger pillows too (£65, Thewhitecompany.com).

We found the super soft composition to be comfortable and lightweight – after waking in the night, its cooling fabric helped us get back to sleep in no time. It also appeared to hydrate our skin, as we saw a welcome smoothness and pillow crease-free face in the morning, in addition to hair that wasn’t sticking out everywhere.

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For less than £40, this 22 momme, 100 per cent silk, light metallic grey pillowcase is a steal. It arrived in a reusable magnetic closing box, and the 51cm x 66cm envelope style fitted our standard pillow snugly. Extremely soft on both our skin and hair, we could feel hydrating face nourishment when coming into contact with the tactile case, and we also saw significantly reduced flyaway frizz after waking up.

The silk envelope is unfortunately out of stock in both grey and white, but the brand assures us it will return in March.

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Available in several colour options, including pale pink, gold and bright white, we tested the ashy latte shade. The 75cm x 50cm size fits our standard pillow without any material pulling. Its envelope style offers a minimalist finish, which looks sleek, and we appreciated the instant comfort from sinking into the flowing material.

The 19 momme silk machine washes well and we were happy to note the case retained its surface shine after regular use. We really enjoyed the breathable, cooling effect on our skin, helping us feel more relaxed, even during restless nights. Meanwhile, our face was softened on awakening, and particularly so after applying extra evening skincare. Finally, our hair looked much less frizzy, thanks to the pillowcase’s smooth finish minimising any strand ruffling.

While the latte shade we tested isn’t currently available, there are several other colours to choose from.

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This queen-sized case is an envelope style and while it’s only available in white, there’s a piped burgundy edge adding an appealing luxe twist. The 51.5cm x 77cm case fitted our standard pillow well, and the material retained fluidity while not slipping off or moving about during use. In terms of results, we noticed an improvement to flyaway frizz, appreciating those smoother-looking strands, which also made mornings easier. Meanwhile, we saw dewy skin after using our evening serums and oils and, because of that, we think the silk pillowcase helped them absorb more effectively. Plus, we felt a soothing freshness, and this comforting cooling effect helped us get to sleep.

We washed the case at 30C, as instructed, before hanging it out to dry. While it can be ironed, we didn’t bother and were happy to note the shiny texture retained its condition after a few washes too. Although it comes with an £80 price tag, if you’re a member this splurge is dramatically reduced to £34, serving up a saving of almost £50. Plus, the pillowcase comes in a pink cardboard box emblazoned with lips, stars and a beauty compact, which we think could easily be repurposed or used for storage.

Available in three sizes and several shades, including tie dye, marble, lavender, red, blue, pink, and gold, we tested the white 20in x 30in queen version. Complete with presentation box packaging and useful care instructions, this pillowcase zips shut to ensure clean coverage of your pillow. The glossy white 22 momme silk has a slightly creamy warm tone, and enough thickness to feel high quality.

While lying in bed, we enjoyed its cooling smooth material, and on a warm night, slept better for that welcome temperature control. Plus, we noted skin looked and felt fresher in the morning after regular daily use.

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Made from pure silk in 19 momme, the case doesn’t feel at all flimsy – we also noted the 50cm x 75cm size fits a standard pillowcase without pulling the material too tight, thanks to an envelope closing edge.

Soft without being slippery, Only Curls’ pillowcase has a lightweight, sleek composition, rather than looking overly glossy, and features embroidered branding on one corner. When using this pillow, our hair resisted fluffiness overnight, with skin feeling smoothed by morning too.

While it’s currently out of stock in black, you can leave your email to be notified when it becomes available. However, the pillowcase is also available in grey (£40, Onlycurls.com).

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Another pillow that comes in a multitude of shades – seven to be precise, including saffron, silver, white and navy – you can also buy these in a pair. We sampled the jewel-toned jade option with champagne-coloured piping running around its sides. The 22 momme pillowcase is packaged in a presentation pouch with two lavender sachets, and we found them handy both while in use and during storage.

Its 50cm x 75cm size generously fits a standard-size pillow, with the corners slightly rounded. Although, at this price, it is an investment, the luxury silk here is very thick, so we think it’s just about justifiable. And it really did ensure our skin soaked up our usual night serum – we saw an extra glow the next morning.

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This 22 momme thread pillowcase has a light finish that is almost transparent. It is only available in two sizes and four shades, so not as extensive a range as the others we tested. That said, the product was particularly gentle on our skin – we noticed our hair didn’t feel pulled when turning over, making it much smoother on awakening. Plus, with a zipper closing, we found it fits a standard pillow securely, with enough give for the material to lie smoothly.

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