SILK STORIES

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Is Silk Cruelty-Free, Vegan and Sustainable? An...

Honestly: conventional silk is not vegan, and not strictly cruelty-free — but it is natural, renewable and fully biodegradable.

Is Silk Cruelty-Free, Vegan and Sustainable? An...

Honestly: conventional silk is not vegan, and not strictly cruelty-free — but it is natural, renewable and fully biodegradable.

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Silk vs Bamboo and Eucalyptus 'Silk': What's th...

They aren't silk at all — "bamboo silk" and "eucalyptus silk" are marketing names for lyocell and viscose, plant-derived fabrics spun from wood pulp.

Silk vs Bamboo and Eucalyptus 'Silk': What's th...

They aren't silk at all — "bamboo silk" and "eucalyptus silk" are marketing names for lyocell and viscose, plant-derived fabrics spun from wood pulp.

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How Long Does a Silk Pillowcase Last?

Roughly two to five years with everyday use — longer if you buy real mulberry silk, wash it gently, and rotate two cases.

How Long Does a Silk Pillowcase Last?

Roughly two to five years with everyday use — longer if you buy real mulberry silk, wash it gently, and rotate two cases.

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How to Whiten Yellowed Silk and Restore Its Shine

Yellowing is almost always build-up and heat. The gentle fix is a cool wash and a white-vinegar rinse — never bleach.

How to Whiten Yellowed Silk and Restore Its Shine

Yellowing is almost always build-up and heat. The gentle fix is a cool wash and a white-vinegar rinse — never bleach.

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How to Remove Sweat, Deodorant or Makeup Stains...

Move quickly and treat it gently: dab the mark with cool water and a touch of pH-neutral detergent. Never bleach, hot water or hard scrubbing.

How to Remove Sweat, Deodorant or Makeup Stains...

Move quickly and treat it gently: dab the mark with cool water and a touch of pH-neutral detergent. Never bleach, hot water or hard scrubbing.

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Do You Need to Dry-Clean Silk?

Usually, no. Most silk — including pillowcases, scarves and camisoles — is perfectly safe to hand-wash or machine-wash gently at home.

Do You Need to Dry-Clean Silk?

Usually, no. Most silk — including pillowcases, scarves and camisoles — is perfectly safe to hand-wash or machine-wash gently at home.