I rarely have trouble thinking up Christmas gifts for all my family and friends, but this year I was finding it more tricky than ever.
That's when I realised, why not combine the gifting with sleep, the thing I love the most? If you are late for picking up gifts, try the slip Original Pure Silk Pillow Case, which is available at Amazon and available for next-day delivery on Prime, meaning it will arrive just in the nick of time for gifting.
I recently upgraded to one myself, and I've already found I'm sleeping better, my hair looks softer and smoother, and even my skin appears more radiant. You'll need to be quick, though, if you want to snap this up for a special someone (or yourself) – with Christmas less than a week away, time is of the essence.
A Silk Pillowcase Is My Gift of Choice This Year
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
I held off buying a silk pillowcase for years. But, after finally recently upgrading, I'm never going back. This is the one I have, which is made of 100 per cent pure 22 Momme (density) Mulberry Silk for a truly luxurious feel.
Yes, they're expensive even in comparison to the other luxury cases for your best pillow, but if a silk pillowcase is Victoria Beckham's secret for good sleep, then surely it's good enough for me. And, after trying the slip The Original Pure Silk Pillow Case available with super-fast delivery from Amazon, I'm more than convinced that this celebrity-lauded essential is worth the hefty investment.
I've tried cotton, brushed cotton, linen, and fleecy pillowcases, but nothing has ever felt quite so luxurious to rest my head on than silk. This one, in particular, is made from 100 per cent long-fiber mulberry silk, which is the most luxurious natural silk available.
It's also free of any non-toxic dyes and features an invisible zipper closure to keep your pillow from slipping and sliding out of the silky case, without compromising on appearance.
With slip, you also get a whole host of promises – like smoother hair with less tangles, a reduction in the appearance of fine lines, and improved skin hydration in just four nights, which is exactly how long I've been testing mine for so far.
And, while I haven't necessarily noticed any significant changes in the appearance of my skin, it does actually look a little brighter with considerably fewer sleep creases, and my fine hair looks soft and silky when I wake up, rather than my usual bedhead.
Punteha van Terheyden, Head of Solved, has been sleeping on silk pillowcases for years. She says, 'I have topographic skin, which means fabric creases leave visible marks on my face for hours after I wake up. I switched to a silk pillow and bam! I have not had a pillow crease on my face since.
'Plus, I find that my hair gets greasy less quickly as I sweat less on silk than cotton. It feels like magic, to be honest, and I've gifted many loved ones in my life with one and they have all loved the benefits of sleeping on silk.'
She adds that it's not the sort of thing people will shell out and buy for themselves, which only increases the sense of luxurious indulgence such a gift can bring a loved one at Christmas
It's also worth noting that my pillowcase also feels cool to the touch, but not in a way that I've found myself struggling to keep warm while I sleep. Instead, it feels perfectly comfortable, and I haven't felt too cold or overheated once since trying it, so I know it will be a real treat come summer.
You don't need to worry about these pillowcases being tricky to wash, either, as you can wash, dry, and care for this bed linen just like any other. I'd recommend handwashing, but you can also machine wash them on a cold, delicate cycle with a pH-neutral liquid detergent, such as the Heritage Park Silk & Wool Laundry Detergent available at Amazon, and a delicates care bag to stop it from snagging on other items in the load.
For that reason, I deem a silk pillowcase one of the best home gifts for anyone in your life – whether you're Christmas shopping for your sister, father, partner, or friend.
It's not just me who thinks so, either. One reviewer, Jessica, leaving a five-star review of their Slip pillowcase, dubs it 'An absolute treat!'
'I had no idea how much of a difference a pillowcase could make! I have naturally curly hair, so this helps with bed head,' they write.
'My ears normally hurt if I sleep on them too long (like, excruciating pain!)… For some reason, that doesn’t happen with this pillowcase. I’m totally amazed!! I have no clue why or how, but I’ll take it.
'I love how vibrant and fun the color is. I tried a different silk pillowcase from a less expensive, different brand, and it lasted about a year. I’ve been waiting to get another one, but didn’t want to spend the money. When this showed up in my search for new pillowcases, I thought I would try. I’m so glad I took a dive with this one!'
Another, Rachel, adds, 'My face says "thank you!" I've purchased several silk pillow cases in the past, and I was hesitant to get this one based on the price,' they explain. 'This pillowcase is so cool to the touch. It doesn't seem to make me overheated at night (which is great for my crazy hormones), and my skin loves it. I have rosacea and anything and everything seems to bother my skin, but this pillow case does not irritate it at all!
'I also have super fine hair, as I toss and turn at night, and my hair isn't a knotted rat's nest when I wake up! I also love the zipper closure so my pillow doesn't pop out on the other end! Worth the purchase!'
So, for the gift that keeps on giving, the slip Original Pure Silk Pillow Case available at Amazon is my recommendation of choice this year. And, if you've already ticked off all your Christmas shopping, as ever, there's no reason not to treat yourself this gifting season.
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This is the silk pillowcase I recently upgraded to and have been absolutely loving. It arrived neatly folded in a gorgeous little box, so it makes an ideal Christmas gift, and will keep anyone you wrap it up for extremely happy (and well rested!)
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Why not go the whole hog with this silk bedding set for a supremely luxurious feel? These aren't silk, they're satin, but that makes them more affordable, and they're durable, and easy to wash, too.
This silk pillowcase is smooth and shiny for hair and skin protection, and for wicking away moisture as you sleep. If you're on a budget this Christmas, this one is also amazingly affordable.
These silky satin bedsheets are available in Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, and California King sizes, and are constructed with a tight weave for impressive durability and comfort.
Even Kourtney Kardashian sleeps with a silk pillowcase, so it appears I'm in good company.
