I’m 44 and have no wrinkles – a ‘coarse & scratchy’ travel problem inspired a great skincare habit, I couldn’t go back
AN age-defying woman in her forties has revealed the item she swears by for keeping her free from wrinkles.
She said habitually using it for over 15 years has worked wonders for her skin and hair.
She spoke about slowing the signs of aging on Reddit’s 45 Plus Skincare forum, which has over 33,000 members.
BEAUTY SLEEP
The 44-year-old woman revealed she hasn’t relied on topical beauty products to maintain her ageless appearance.
“I’m 44F [44-year-old female], been sleeping on 100% silk pillowcase for the last 15 years + silk sleep mask, and couldn’t imagine going back to cotton,” she said, writing under the handle Kunoichi1907.
“Started carrying my silk pillowcase when I travel because hotel cotton felt coarse and scratchy.
“I only started regular retinoid and sunscreen use this year (before that it was only moisturizer and rosehip oil) and I have no wrinkles yet.”
The Redditor originally tried silk bedding because she heard it was “very hypoallergenic.”
She gushed that it’s been beneficial for her skin, hair, and overall comfort.
“I have wavy/curly hair and the silk pillowcase is amazing for my curls,” she said.
“And it’s just so comfortable to sleep on.
“I was lucky to have visited a silk factory in Beijing 15 years ago and I bought a 100% silk pillow, filled with silk, and a pillowcase – that’s how I got hooked.”
She warned anyone who wants to try sleeping on silk to be careful not to be tricked by brands selling polyester.
SILKY SOLUTIONS
Many people upvoted the post and shared suggestions about the best brands to buy from.
Among them was Alaska Bear for $29.99 and Fishers Finery for $32.99, both sold on Amazon.
“I’ve used several from Amazon but they don’t last well after being washed (hand-washed), and I would wake up with messy hair,” one person said.
“I bit the bullet and ordered a set from Fisher’s Finery and they are absolutely amazing.
“I wake up with hair that you can’t even tell I laid down. They’re machine washable too!”
“Yes, same for bringing one with me whenever I travel, and for the Alaska Bear: not too expensive and it’s Oeko-Tek certified, which is a bonus!” another said.
“The other great thing about silk, aside from less hair breakage/damage and not exacerbating any lines/wrinkles is that it’s way cooler for my menopausal self to deal with.”
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ALASKA BEAR Silk Pillowcase for Hair and Skin, $29.99, Amazon
Fishers Finery 19mm 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase, $32.99, Amazon
“They are not cheap, but I’ve been impressed by the Lilysilk brand,” a third said.
“It was a present to myself about 5 years ago. I have some cheaper ones but this one is my softest and it washes well.”
According to Healthline, silk pillowcases are gentle on the skin and absorb less moisture, making them beneficial for people with acne.
However, copper pillowcases may be more effective for preventing wrinkles and healing the skin.
Participants in a 2021 study saw a reduction in their crow’s feet after eight weeks of sleeping on a copper pillow.