SILK STORIES

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What Color Silk Pillowcase Should I Choose?

Choose by what suits your bedroom, whether you want to hide marks between washes, and your taste — the color doesn't change the benefit.

What Color Silk Pillowcase Should I Choose?

Choose by what suits your bedroom, whether you want to hide marks between washes, and your taste — the color doesn't change the benefit.

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Which Side of a Silk Pillowcase Do You Sleep On?

Either side — with genuine silk, both faces are the same smooth fabric, so there's no special right side for your skin or hair.

Which Side of a Silk Pillowcase Do You Sleep On?

Either side — with genuine silk, both faces are the same smooth fabric, so there's no special right side for your skin or hair.

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Is Silk Hot to Wear? (And Is It Good for Summer?)

No — silk isn't hot to wear; it's one of the better fabrics for summer, naturally lightweight, breathable and thermoregulating.

Is Silk Hot to Wear? (And Is It Good for Summer?)

No — silk isn't hot to wear; it's one of the better fabrics for summer, naturally lightweight, breathable and thermoregulating.

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Will a Silk Pillowcase Keep My Blow-Dry or Curl...

Largely yes — a silk pillowcase is one of the simplest ways to make a blow-dry, curls or any style last an extra day or two.

Will a Silk Pillowcase Keep My Blow-Dry or Curl...

Largely yes — a silk pillowcase is one of the simplest ways to make a blow-dry, curls or any style last an extra day or two.

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How to Store Silk and Prevent Moths

Store silk clean, dry, cool and dark, in a breathable bag rather than airtight plastic — and keep moths off with cedar or lavender.

How to Store Silk and Prevent Moths

Store silk clean, dry, cool and dark, in a breathable bag rather than airtight plastic — and keep moths off with cedar or lavender.

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Can You Tumble Dry Silk? (And How to Dry a Silk...

No — heat and tumbling are exactly what silk can't take. The good news: silk barely needs a dryer, and air-dries in a few hours.

Can You Tumble Dry Silk? (And How to Dry a Silk...

No — heat and tumbling are exactly what silk can't take. The good news: silk barely needs a dryer, and air-dries in a few hours.