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Why choose a silk pillowcase for curly hair?

LaetitiaMay 01, 2025
Laetitia
Pourquoi choisir une taie d’oreiller en soie quand on a les cheveux bouclés ?

Did you know that sleeping on a silk pillowcase is much more than just an aesthetic choice? This noble material is acclaimed for its many benefits, including curly hair and the curlies!

So for healthy hair, find out how to keep it healthy. silk pillowcase helps you take care of your hair, every night!

The challenge of beautiful curls

To have curly, frizzy or frizzy hairWith our hair, you'll have hair that's full of character every day... but also full of challenges!

Contrary to popular belief, these textures are not simply "voluminous" or "rebellious", they are above all fragile and need to be cared for.

The spiral structure of this type of hair prevents natural sebum from spreading evenly along the entire length, making it drier, more prone to breakage and dehydration.

The night-time detail that changes everything for your curls

When we want to take care of our hair, we think of treatments applied directly to it:

  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Hair mask
  • After-drying care (oil, serum, etc.)

We also think about the accessories we use: brushes, combs, scrunchies and hairbands adapted to our hair.

But despite all these efforts, every morning the whole routine has to be repeated.

What if we told you that changing your pillowcase can change everything ? Let's take a closer look...

Night, the enemy of textured hair

The real battle often begins at nightfall. During sleep, repeated rubbing against the pillowcases cause friction.

These repeated contacts :

  • Dry hair
  • Destructure curls
  • Favors breakage

When you wake up in the morning, the results are clear: tangled hair, crushed curls and uncontrollable frizz - all difficult to repair without a full treatment!

As well as an aesthetic issue, it's also your hair's overall health that's under attack. The previous day's efforts to moisturize, style and define your curls are reduced to nothing after just one night...

A silk pillowcase as part of your beauty routine

Your pillowcase is in direct contact with your hair all night long. And it can be a real ally, when well chosen!

Pillowcases to avoid for curly or frizzy hair

Synthetic pillowcases

All the synthetic pillowcases, such as polyester or microfiber, are very harsh on curly, frizzy or curly hair.

Often marketed as "soft" or "silky to the touch", these man-made fibers promote static electricity, increase friction and offer no humidity control.

The result: hair quickly dries out on contact with these materials, frizz explodes and breakage becomes inevitable.

When you wake up in the morning, your curls are often disorganized, flattened or tangled. You then have to use styling products to get your curls back into shape, or start your hair care routine all over again...

Cotton pillowcases

Although they are natural and gentle, the cotton pillowcases are not ideal for frizzy, curly or frizzy hair.

Cotton, which has the advantage of absorbing humidity, becomes less interesting for this type of hair. By absorbing their natural moisture, cotton pillowcases will create more friction and dry out hair more quickly.

Dryness, breakage and deformation of curls will be visible in the morning.

Silk pillowcase, ideal for curly, frizzy and frizzy hair

Conversely, silk - and more particularly mulberry silk - is a soft, non-absorbent material that respects the hair fiber.

Sleeping on a silk pillowcase reduces friction, retains moisture, preserves curl definition and limits frizz. It's a simple gesture, but extremely beneficial for the health of wavy, curly, frizzy and frizzy hair.

What is a silk pillowcase?

A silk pillowcase is based on natural fibers from the silkworm. Several qualities of silk are available on the market, including silk from mulberry tree.

This high-quality silk is soft and resistant. It is both lightweight and thermoregulating, making it the perfect ally for beautiful curls!

Why is silk good for hair?

1 - It reduces friction

Thanks to its tight weave and its smooth texture, it is the only textile that significantly minimizes rubbing hair during the night.

For curly hair, curly or frizzy which are particularly sensitive to friction, sleeping on a silk pillowcase therefore quickly becomes a essential hair care routine.

By reducing friction, the risk of breakage and frizz is reduced, and your hair stays in place all night long!

2 - Prevents static electricity

Unlike synthetics or even cotton, which can generate electrostatic charges on contact with hair, silk naturally limits static electricity thanks to its smooth, non-conductive surface.

Result: hair doesn't stand up when you wake upThey remain disciplined and easier to style.

This makes silk: a real asset for keeping curls well defined and avoid the "messy hair" effect in the morning.

Shinier, softer, well-moisturized hair

Silk preserves hair's natural moisture content. By avoiding rubbing, but also by avoiding absorbing moisture and care products that may be applied to them.

Hair stays shiny, soft and well-moisturized. Curls are healthy, beautiful and well-defined. Frizz, breakage and tangles are considerably reduced!

Choosing the right silk pillowcase

As you've seen, choosing a mulberry silk pillowcase is the ideal treatment for curly, frizzy and frizzy hair.

Thanks to it, you will :

  • Avoid frizz
  • Improve the health of your scalp
  • Limiting damage
  • Keeping hair healthy and shiny

By choosing a silk pillowcase  At Maison de la Soie, you're sure to get exceptional silk quality.

For 15 years, we've been making our pillowcases from mulberry silk, the highest quality silk available.

Discover the widest range of silk pillowcases and select those that will perfectly match your bed linen.

So when you wake up in the morning, your curls will look better than ever!

Enhance your curls tonight

Opt for the softness of mulberry silk. Keep your curly hair moisturized, reduce frizz and wake up to better-defined curls.

Discover our silk pillowcases

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FAQ

What thickness (momme) should I choose for a silk pillowcase?
For curly, frizzy or frizzy hair, a silk between 19 and 25 mums offers an excellent balance of softness and resistance. Higher weights (30) add density and durability. Choose according to your budget and touch preference.
Silk or satin: what's the difference for my curls?
Silk is a very smooth natural fiber that limits friction and helps retain moisture. Satin" refers to a woven fabric (often polyester): it is slippery but can generate static electricity and does not regulate moisture like silk.
Does silk really help reduce frizz?
Yes. Its smooth surface reduces the friction responsible for frizz and breakage. Curls hold their shape better overnight and hair is easier to style when you wake up.
Is a silk pillowcase enough, or do you also need a nightcap?
A silk pillowcase already offers clear benefits. For highly textured, long or fragile hair, adding a silk cap can offer extra protection by further limiting friction and moisture loss.
Is silk suitable for sensitive or irritated scalps?
Yes. As a natural fiber, silk is soft to the touch and limits friction, which can be more comfortable for sensitive scalps. It doesn't absorb care products as quickly as cotton and helps preserve moisture balance.

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