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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lucy Smith

10 best silk pillowcases for smooth skin and glossy hair

Silk can reduce frizz and breakage while helping your skincare soak in more effectively overnight - (iStock/The Independent)

A silk pillowcase sounds comically opulent, but these pillowcases are more than just a luxury homeware upgrade, perfect for the best pillows you have. They can offer a whole host of beauty benefits, too.

Skin expert Dr Ahmed El Muntasar explains that silk pillowcases can “help retain moisture in the skin, preventing it from drying out overnight. They also reduce friction, which can minimise skin irritation and help prevent the formation of fine lines and wrinkles”.

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