The Silk Perspective

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Where Can I Buy a Silk Pillowcase in NZ?

You can buy silk pillowcases in NZ online from silk specialists like LS Silk NZ (free shipping over $100), plus some department stores and marketplaces. The trick is buying real...

Where Can I Buy a Silk Pillowcase in NZ?

You can buy silk pillowcases in NZ online from silk specialists like LS Silk NZ (free shipping over $100), plus some department stores and marketplaces. The trick is buying real...

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Can You Machine Wash Silk?

Yes — carefully. Silk machine-washes fine on a cold, gentle cycle in a mesh bag with a mild pH-neutral detergent; just keep it away from heat, hard spins, bleach and...

Can You Machine Wash Silk?

Yes — carefully. Silk machine-washes fine on a cold, gentle cycle in a mesh bag with a mild pH-neutral detergent; just keep it away from heat, hard spins, bleach and...

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Silk vs Satin Pillowcase: Which Is Better?

Silk is the better pillowcase for hair, skin and a cool night's sleep — but it costs more, and satin is a fair budget second. The key is that silk...

Silk vs Satin Pillowcase: Which Is Better?

Silk is the better pillowcase for hair, skin and a cool night's sleep — but it costs more, and satin is a fair budget second. The key is that silk...

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What Is Silk and Where Does It Come From?

Silk is a natural protein fibre spun by the silkworm Bombyx mori, which eats only mulberry leaves and wraps itself in a cocoon of one continuous thread. Here's what silk...

What Is Silk and Where Does It Come From?

Silk is a natural protein fibre spun by the silkworm Bombyx mori, which eats only mulberry leaves and wraps itself in a cocoon of one continuous thread. Here's what silk...

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How Often Should You Wash a Silk Pillowcase?

About once a week — twice if your skin is acne-prone, you sleep hot, or you use rich night creams or hair oils. Washing too rarely defeats the benefit; washing...

How Often Should You Wash a Silk Pillowcase?

About once a week — twice if your skin is acne-prone, you sleep hot, or you use rich night creams or hair oils. Washing too rarely defeats the benefit; washing...

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Do Silk Pillowcases Reduce Hair Breakage and Fr...

Yes — by cutting the overnight friction that roughens the cuticle, silk reduces both breakage and frizz. It won't repair existing damage or undo heat and chemicals, but it stops...

Do Silk Pillowcases Reduce Hair Breakage and Frizz?

Yes — by cutting the overnight friction that roughens the cuticle, silk reduces both breakage and frizz. It won't repair existing damage or undo heat and chemicals, but it stops...