Our Mulberry silk pillowcases are available as either a pair or as a single pillowcase.
They are available in the following shades:
The pillowcases are made in Ireland by Roisin Cross Silks. They are made in the traditional shape and are 75 cm x 50 cm in size. Silk weight is measured in mommies. Industry standards indicate 17 momme are ideal for silk pillowcases. Our silk pillowcases are 19 momme.
They are gift-boxed and securely packaged for posting and delivery. They will be delivered to you by a post courier.
The gift box dimensions are 31 cm x 23 cm x 8 cm
The following postage charges are additional to the price of the pillowcase and is weight dependent.
Ireland and EU : €6 to €12
May 2020, Irish Times featured Roisin Cross Silks ‘…..silk pillowcases that come all boxed up and ready to gift. The boxed pillowcases would make a fine gift for a friend who might be spending a little more time in bed than usual. Silk pillowcases are smooth to the touch, less abrasive than poly/cotton and are said to be kind to hair and skin…’
Mary Cate Smith in The Sunday Business Post Magazine in March 2021, referenced our pairs of silk pillowcases as the hero product du jour for skinfluencers and beauty acolytes alike.
If you recently purchased a silk pillowcase, congratulations! You’ve made a fantastic investment in your beauty sleep, as sleeping on/in silk helps to prevent wrinkles, reduce “bedhead” and tons of other beauty benefits. Few fabrics feel as decadent and luxurious as silk, and you’ll feel like royalty as you drift off to sleep.
But silk is also a bit more high maintenance than cotton and other common types of pillowcases, so it’s important to know how to properly care for this special fabric. Wash your silk pillowcase correctly so they last for years to come.
Check your pillowcase for stains before adding it to the wash; if you notice any stains, follow the steps below to pre-treat the fabric:
Pre-soaking your pillowcase in vinegar can help remove stains and odours. Combine about ¼ cup of white vinegar and 1 gallon of cool water in a large bowl or a clean sink, and let your pillowcase soak in the mixture for about 30 minutes before washing.
We came across this article about the 7 surprising benefits of silk.
Did you know that silk pillowcases and other silk items of clothing may help ease menopausal hot flushes, prevent the effects of ageing, and relieve certain skin conditions?
Sleeping on silk pillowcases may hydrate your face better during the night than sleeping on cotton pillowcases.
Silk pillowcases are a great alternative for those who may have sensitive skin or intolerances to other fabrics.
Silk pillowcases are also less damaging to hair, as the hair slides on the fabric during the night.
Lastly, silk pillowcases are less likely than cotton pillowcases to cause sleep wrinkles on the face.