Best silk pillowcase 2021: Pure mulberry silk and satin bedding to shop in the UK

Best: Overall

Rating: 9/10

We’ve been using this pillowcase for six months, and in that time we have noticed our often-dry hair feels less prone to breakage. It has also been gently soothing for our face and brought extra moisture to skin, which has shown up regularly in the form of reduced creases the next morning. Cooling on warm nights and equally snug on chillier ones, we can feel the comforting surface of this pillowcase when turning in bed and have experienced better quality of sleep as a result.

It’s an undyed 22 momme silk pillowcase, so the creamy white colour is from natural shading – you can also purchase it in half silk pillowcase tie form (£25.99, Thisissilk.com) and in an array of colours and patterns including blue, grey, pink, stripe, and marble. This particular 50cm x 75cm version has an envelope finish, but you can buy zipper-edged cases too. We also rate its robust packaging box for travel reuse, with handy washing instructions inside.

Read the full This Is Silk natural white silk pillowcase review

Best: Affordable silk pillowcase

Rating: 9/10

For under £30, this 22 momme, 100 per cent silk, light metallic grey pillowcase is a steal. It arrived in a reusable magnetic closing box, and the 51cm x 66 cm envelope style fitted our standard pillow snugly. Extremely soft on both our skin and hair, we could feel hydrating face nourishment when coming into contact with the tactile case, and we also saw significantly reduced flyaway frizz after waking up. If the grey doesn’t work with your bedding, it’s also available in white (£29, Boucleme.co.uk). Its only detail is an embroidered “b” on an otherwise minimal design.

Read the full Bouclème silk pillowcase review

Best: Luxury silk pillowcase

Rating: 9/10

Available in a wide pattern and shade selection across pillowcase types, picks include zippered, caramel, gold, navy, white, charcoal and marble, as well as the pink envelope case we sampled. The queen size at 51cm x 75cm fitted our standard pillow well, but you can also shop king, euro, and other shapes too.

The sumptuously shiny case is a thickness of 22 momme mulberry silk and is presented in a sturdy presentation box. Although it is a serious investment, its delicate fabric does feel particularly durable, even after regular washing over a few months, and we felt really relaxed laying our head on the breathable fabric before falling asleep. We woke up the next morning without a fluffy bedhead, and our skin looked softer too.

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Best: Matching pair

Rating: 8/10

We appreciated being able to have a matching set of silk pillowcases at such a reasonable price point. Both cases are finished with a zip closure, ensuring a secure fit on the slippery silk; as they’re made from 19 momme mulberry pure silk thread, the composition is lightweight and almost sheer, so we were careful to avoid catching it. It also features a delicate piped edge finish. Overall, the sleek texture enabled a calming wind down before bed, and our skin felt refreshed the next day.

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Best: Cooling silk pillowcase

Rating: 8/10

This white 19 momme silk pillowcase has an envelope end and simple edging. We tried the 50cm x 75cm size, which slipped onto our standard pillow easily, with the silk lying flat without any stretch. You can buy the 50cm x 90cm version for bigger pillows too (£80, Thewhitecompany.com).

We found the super soft composition to be comfortable and lightweight – after waking in the night, its cooling fabric helped us get back to sleep in no time. And it also appeared to hydrate our skin, as we saw a welcome smoothness and pillow crease-free face in the morning, in addition to hair that wasn’t sticking out everywhere.

Read the full The White Company pure silk pillowcase review

Best: Range of patterns and colours

Rating: 8/10

Available in three sizes and several shades including tie dye, marble, lavender, red, blue, pink, and gold, we tested the white 20in x 30in queen version. Complete with presentation box packaging and useful care instructions, this pillowcase zips shut to ensure clean coverage of your pillow. The glossy white 22 momme silk has a slightly creamy warm tone, and enough thickness to feel high quality.

While lying in bed we enjoyed its cooling smooth material, and on a warm night, slept better for that welcome temperature control. Plus, we noted fresher looking and feeling skin in the morning after regular daily use.

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Best: Dark coloured silk pillowcase

Rating: 8/10

This black silk pillowcase is a great option if you’re worried about lighter colours showing marks. Made from pure silk in 19 momme, the case doesn’t feel at all flimsy – we also noted the 50cm x 75cm size fits a standard pillowcase without pulling the material too tight, thanks to an envelope closing edge.

Soft without being slippery, Only Curls’ pillowcase has a lightweight, sleek composition, rather than looking overly glossy, and features embroidered branding on one corner. When using this pillow our hair resisted fluffiness overnight, with skin feeling smoothed by morning too. If black isn’t your colour then it is also available in pink, grey and white.

Read the full Only Curls silk pillowcase review

Best: For skincare absorption

Rating: 8/10

Another pillow that comes in a multitude of shades – seven to be precise, including saffron, silver, white and navy – you can also buy these in a pair. We sampled the jewel-toned jade option with champagne-coloured piping running around its sides. The 22 momme pillowcase is packaged in a presentation pouch with two lavender sachets (almost like scented tea bags), and we found them handy both while in use and during storage.

Its 50cm x 75cm size generously fits a standard size pillow, with the corners slightly rounded. Although at this price it is an investment, the luxury silk here is very thick, so we think it’s just about justifiable. And as a result, it really did ensure our tester’s skin soaked up our usual night serum – we saw an extra glow the next morning.

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Best: Hair smoothing silk pillowcase

Rating: 8/10

This 22 momme thread pillowcase has a light finish that is almost transparent. It is only available in two sizes and four shades, so not as extensive a range as the others we tested. That said, the product that is available was particularly gentle on our skin – we noticed our hair didn’t feel pulled when turning over, making it much smoother on awakening. Plus, with a zipper closing, we found it fits a standard pillow securely, with enough give for the material to lie smoothly.

Read the full Silk Works London mulberry silk pillowcase review

Best: Personalised silk pillowcase

Rating: 8/10

This would be the ultimate pamper gift for someone. This pillowcase arrives in both a stylish presentation box and has a resealable storage pouch. But what we loved most, was that there’s an option to personalise your pillowcase with embroidery. Made of a whopping 25 momme mulberry silk, this pillowcase and packaging has an extra luxurious feel, and the 50cm x 75cm queen size comfortably coated our tester’s standard pillow without any tightness. We sampled the pillowcase in white, and you can also snap up other shades including charcoal, rose gold and pearl – every shade just oozes luxury.

Being an independent small business, however, does mean that products sometimes sell out. Though the brand does regularly restock, it’s worth noting you may have to have a bit of patience – good things come to those who wait, after all. The sleek pillowcase feels delicate to touch, and our hair and face looked fresher for sleeping on it.