Silk pillowcases aren't a cure-all
Yes, silk pillowcases can help your skin. However, Dr. Shainhouse says it's important to remember that they can only do so much: "Silk pillowcases are definitely not a cure for acne, particularly hormonal cystic flares and acne rosacea, to which many adult women are prone," she explains.
Additionally, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, MD, says that there are currently no studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of silk pillowcases. "Silk pillows are certainly luxurious, but unfortunately, there's really no proven benefit and no signs that using a silk pillow helps prevent wrinkles or acne," he explains. That said, he agrees that silk's lower absorbance level can help keep sensitive skin calm.
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A budget-friendly option
Thankfully, silk pillowcases don't have to cost an arm or a leg — the Alaska Bear Natural Mulberry Silk Pillowcase, $23.99, is both budget-friendly and dermatologist approved.
"The Mulberry silk in the Alaska Bear is all-natural and will aid in absorbing oil from your skin while retaining natural moisture to not dry out the skin," says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Marie Hayag, MD. "Not only is this pillowcase ideal for acne, but is great for wrinkles and preserving the natural beauty of your skin in turn."
