Having a good night’s sleep is one of our main goals when we hit the sack. Sleepwear is something that we either take into consideration or not at all. Some people sleep wearing the clothes on their back the whole day, some wear their most comfortable oversized shirts, some sleep in the buff, and there are those who sleep in silk pyjama sets. Other silk items for sleeping include blankets, sheets, and pillowcases. If you are someone who must have silk in bed, you must know of the benefits that it can give you, to entice you to never go to sleep without wearing or using silk.
Delays the onset of signs of ageing
It is inevitable that signs of ageing will start appearing on our skin, but if we can do some things to prevent them, then why not? The soft and tight weave of silk keeps moisture on your skin. You will feel like your face is more hydrated when you wake up in the morning. Hydrated skin does not show wrinkles and fine lines compared to when you use cotton sleepwear or sheets. And because silk does not absorb moisture, it will not wipe off your nightly facial creams.
Soothes the skin
If you are suffering from skin disorders such as allergies and eczema, you already know how uncomfortable it is to sleep with rough fabric rubbing against your skin. You need something soft that will not aggravate your condition, and silk is it. There are particular proteins and amino acids present in the fabric that makes it great for sensitive skin. With cotton and polyester, they can make your skin conditions worse.
Gives you a great hair day
Cotton can make your hair dry and frizzy, so don't be shocked when you wake up and see that your hair is all over the place. If you have a big presentation in the office the following day and you will have no more time to shower in the morning, sleeping in silk sheets will help keep your hair manageable. Silk keeps hair naturally soft, tangle-free, and moisturised. The smoothness of the fabric can also prevent thinning hair and split ends.
Lets you sleep and keeps allergies at bay
Allergy sufferers find it difficult to get a good night's sleep when their allergies are in full force. Some people need a trigger for their allergies to start attacking, while some just get the allergies no matter what they are doing. Wearing silk has its health benefits. It reduces the symptoms of respiratory illnesses such as asthma because of silk's hypoallergenic properties. Silk can repel allergens such as dust, bed mites, pollen, and other possible allergens. Regularly cleaning your bedroom will also get rid of allergens that can trigger sufferers.
Although silk is an expensive fabric because of the way that worms and caterpillars produce it, it is a very sound investment. You can use it for years, and with proper care, you can even pass it on to the next generation.
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