Your questions, answered
Everything you need to know before you swap cotton for silk: what it does for your skin and hair, how to choose, how to care for it, and how our 60-night trial works.
Silk and your skin
Why should I switch from cotton to silk?
Your face spends around eight hours a night pressed against your pillowcase. Most people sleep on cotton, but did you know that after just 3 days, your cotton pillowcase can harbour as much bacteria as a toilet seat?
Cotton absorbs your overnight skincare, creates friction that creases your skin and roughens your hair, and traps moisture, creating the perfect breeding ground for bacteria.
Skinalova silk does the opposite:
- 3x softer than cotton — No friction, fewer pillow creases when you wake up.
- Enriched with silver ions — Eliminates 99.7% of bacteria responsible for acne and skin irritation.
- Non-absorbent — Your serum and night cream stay on your skin, not in your pillowcase.
- Temperature-regulating — Cool in summer, cosy in winter, for deeper sleep.
You invest in your skincare every day. Your pillowcase should work with it, not against it.
Will it really make a difference to my skin?
Silk won't replace your skincare, and it won't erase lines you already have. What it changes is what happens to your face every single night.
- Less friction — Your skin glides over silk instead of being pulled and folded by cotton.
- Fewer sleep creases — Wake up without those lines on your cheeks that take until lunchtime to fade.
- Better hydration — Silk absorbs far less than cotton, so your skin keeps more of its moisture and your skincare.
The result: a smoother, fresher, more rested-looking face in the morning.
Why does my pillowcase matter more after 40?
With time, skin loses some of its firmness and bounce. The creases left by a night on cotton take longer to fade, and repeated night after night, they become part of how your skin looks.
Silk minimises friction and helps retain moisture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and sleep wrinkles. It's one of the simplest changes you can make to your beauty routine, and it works while you sleep.
Will my skincare stay on my skin?
Cotton is thirsty: it soaks up part of the serums and night creams you apply before bed. That's money on your pillow, not on your face.
Silk is non-absorbent, so more of your skincare stays exactly where you put it, working all night long.
Is silk suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin?
Absolutely! Skinalova Mulberry Silk is suitable for all skin types, including mature and delicate skin.
- Sensitive or reactive skin? Silk is hypoallergenic and helps soothe irritation.
- Acne-prone skin? Its antibacterial properties help reduce the growth of bacteria responsible for blemishes.
- Mature skin? Silk minimises friction and helps retain moisture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and sleep wrinkles.
If you have a skin condition, ask your GP or dermatologist for advice.
Does silk help with my hair?
Yes, and the difference can be noticeable from the very first nights! Silk helps reduce hair breakage by up to 43%, while visibly minimising frizz.
- Cotton catches and pulls on your hair, causing tangles, breakage and frizz.
- Silk lets your hair glide smoothly across the pillowcase all night.
The results: less breakage and shedding, less frizz when you wake up, shinier hair, and a blow-dry that lasts longer, as silk absorbs less natural oil than cotton.
Especially recommended for curly, coloured, dry or fragile hair, and for hair that has become finer with age.
Pillowcases, masks and sets
What makes Skinalova silk different?
Not all silk pillowcases are created equal. If you come across a cheap “satin pillowcase”, it's probably polyester: soft to the touch, but less breathable, and without the natural benefits of real silk.
- 100% mulberry silk — Natural fibres made from genuine silkworm cocoons.
- Premium Momme density — The perfect balance between softness and durability.
- OEKO-TEX® certified — Tested for harmful substances, with delicate skin in mind.
- Beautiful finishing — Reinforced invisible zip and piped seams that keep it perfectly in place.
An investment in your beauty routine, not just another pillowcase.
Which pillowcase size should I choose?
- 50 × 70 cm fits a standard rectangular UK pillow.
- 65 × 65 cm fits a square pillow.
Not sure? Measure your pillow from seam to seam. The invisible zip keeps the pillowcase snug, with no fabric bunching under your cheek.
Why a 3D silk sleep mask?
Traditional sleep masks press against your eyes and let light in around the edges. The Skinalova 3D mask is different:
- Full-coverage design — Blocks out light for deeper, more restful sleep.
- 3D contoured shape — Creates a pressure-free space around your eyes, protecting the delicate skin of your eye area.
- Pure mulberry silk — Exceptionally soft against the thinnest skin on your face, where fine lines show first.
Can I wear the mask with eyelash extensions?
Absolutely! The 3D pressure-free design keeps the fabric away from your lashes, so they are never pressed or crushed while you sleep.
Your natural lashes and extensions stay looking fuller for longer, and your eye cream stays on your skin, not on the mask.
Will the mask stay on all night?
Yes. Whether you sleep on your back, side or front, the full-coverage design and adjustable fastening keep it securely in place, without pressing on your head or pulling at your hair.
No readjusting in the night. Just uninterrupted beauty sleep.
Why choose a Duo Pack?
A Duo Pack brings together one silk pillowcase and one 3D silk sleep mask, in the colours of your choice, for less than buying them separately.
Your pillowcase protects your skin and hair, and your mask protects your eye area and gives you complete darkness. The complete overnight beauty routine, from the first night.
How do I care for my silk?
Contrary to popular belief, Skinalova silk is easy to care for.
Pillowcase: machine wash inside out on a delicate cycle at 30°C, or hand wash in cold water.
Sleep mask: hand wash in cold water, or on a delicate 30°C cycle in a mesh laundry bag if the care label allows it.
Use a gentle detergent, and always air dry. Never tumble dry or use bleach. With a little care, your silk stays beautifully soft for years.
Offers and gifts
How does the 2nd half price offer work?
Add two pillowcases or two sleep masks to your bag and the second one is half price. The discount applies automatically at checkout.
You can mix colours: one for you and one to share, or one on your pillow while the other is in the wash.
How do I get 10% off my first order?
Sign up to our newsletter at the bottom of any page and we'll email you a welcome code for 10% off. It works once, and can't be combined with the 2nd half price offer.
You'll also be the first to hear about new colours and private offers.
Does it make a good gift?
It's one of those little luxuries we rarely buy for ourselves, and use every single night. A thoughtful gift for a mother, sister or friend, and just as lovely to keep for yourself.
Tip: a Duo Pack makes the complete beauty-sleep gift.
Delivery and returns
How much is delivery?
Delivery is free across the UK from £75. Below that, the cost is shown at checkout, before you pay.
How long will my order take?
Estimated delivery times are shown at checkout, before you pay, so you know exactly when to expect your silk.
How can I track my order?
Sign in to your account to follow your orders, or write to us at contact@skinalova.com and we'll help.
What is the 60-night trial?
Sleep on it for 60 nights. If you don't love it, write to us at contact@skinalova.com and we'll explain how to send it back for a refund.
The item must have been used for at least 14 nights, and return postage is at your cost. See the full trial conditions.
Still have a question?
Our team is here to help you choose. Write to us and we'll get back to you.