Is this real silk or silk-feel?

Real silk. 100% Vietnamese mulberry silk, crepe satin weave, 19 momme. The fabric content is on the garment label. To verify at home: pull a single thread from an inside seam and hold it to a flame. Silk burns slowly, smells like singed hair, and leaves crushable ash. Polyester melts and leaves a hard plastic bead.

What does 19 momme mean?

Momme is the density measure for silk — how much silk is woven into a square metre. 19 momme is ideal for sleepwear: heavy enough to drape beautifully and last, light enough to sleep comfortably in. Under 12 momme is delicate and prone to snagging. Over 25 starts to feel formal rather than wearable.

How do I care for it?

Hand wash in cold water with a gentle detergent, or machine wash on delicate in a mesh bag. Lay flat to dry — never wring, never tumble dry. Iron on the lowest silk setting with a cloth between the iron and the fabric if needed.

What size should I order?

Our silk slips run true to size. The straps are adjustable. If you're between sizes, size up — silk drapes better with a little ease.

Does silk really make a difference for sleep?

Yes. Silk doesn't strip moisture from your skin overnight the way cotton does. It creates almost no friction against your hair, which reduces breakage and frizz. And unlike polyester, it breathes — regulating your temperature instead of trapping heat against your skin.

Crepe satin combines the drape and sheen of satin with a slightly more textured surface than standard charmeuse. The result looks refined rather than shiny — more wearable, less costume-y. It's the weave used across all & moon silk slips.

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Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

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The simplest upgrade to your sleep routine.

A silk pillowcase works because of what it doesn't do. Unlike cotton, it doesn't absorb moisture from your skin and hair while you sleep. Unlike polyester, it doesn't create friction that roughens hair cuticles and contributes to frizz and breakage. The surface is smooth enough that your skin and hair glide across it rather than dragging.

The result over time: less frizz in the morning, less crease marks on your face, less moisture stripped from skin that you're trying to keep hydrated with expensive serums.

& moon's pillowcase is 100% mulberry silk with a zipper closure to keep your pillow in place through the night. Available in black and beige.

Product details:

Fabric: 100% mulberry silk
Size: 51 x 66cm (standard)
Closure: Zipper
Colours: Black, beige (champagne)
Care: Hand wash cold, air dry away from direct sunlight

Want the full set? The Silk Haircare Set includes this pillowcase plus a silk hair bonnet and scrunchie — $74.99 AUD.

FAQ — Silk Pillowcase Australia

Is a silk pillowcase worth it for hair? Yes — measurably. A 100% mulberry silk pillowcase reduces friction on hair overnight, which means less frizz, fewer split ends, and less moisture loss from hair and skin. Most people notice the difference within the first few nights.

What's the difference between a silk pillowcase and a satin pillowcase? Satin is a weave, not a fabric — it can be made from polyester or silk. A polyester satin pillowcase looks similar but doesn't have the genuine low-friction and moisture-retaining properties of real silk. The & moon pillowcase is 100% mulberry silk, not polyester satin.

Should I use a silk pillowcase or a silk hair bonnet? Both work, but differently. A silk pillowcase protects your hair when you sleep on your back or side. A silk hair bonnet protects hair regardless of sleep position — better for people who move a lot, or have longer hair, braids, or protective styles. The Silk Haircare Set includes both for $74.99.

Does a silk pillowcase help with acne or skin? Yes. Silk doesn't harbour bacteria the way cotton does and doesn't strip moisture from your face overnight. It also won't absorb your skincare products as you sleep. Recommended by dermatologists for sensitive and acne-prone skin.

How often should I wash a silk pillowcase? Every 1–2 weeks. Hand wash in cool water with a pH-neutral detergent. Air dry away from direct sunlight.

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