Beauty & Grooming
The Best Silk Pillowcases: 4 Compared (and One to Skip)
We compared four pillowcases on fiber, momme weight, silk grade, closure, care and what each brand actually claims.
The short version
The Fishers Finery 25 Momme Silk Pillowcase is the pick: 100% Grade 6A long-strand mulberry silk in a charmeuse weave on both sides, heavier than most at 25 momme, with an envelope closure, a mesh wash bag and a mid-range price. The Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase is the premium buy, 22 momme Grade 6A mulberry silk with an invisible zipper and machine washable care, from the brand that popularized the category. The Blissy Silk Pillowcase suits buyers who want a trial period, with 22 momme 6A mulberry silk, OEKO-TEX certification, a hidden zipper and a 60-night guarantee, but it costs more than the heavier Fishers Finery. Skip the Kitsch Satin Pillowcase if you want silk: satin is a weave, and Kitsch doesn't state the fiber. Best for: anyone switching from cotton to silk for hair and skin comfort.
Our picks at a glance
- Fishers Finery 25 Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase - Buy. A heavy 25 momme mulberry silk pillowcase with silk on both sides, for a mid-range price.
- Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase, Queen Zippered - Buy. The brand that popularized silk pillowcases, with 22 momme 6A silk and an invisible zipper.
- Blissy Silk Pillowcase, Queen - It depends. A heavily marketed 22 momme silk case with a hidden zipper and a trial period.
- Kitsch Satin Pillowcase - Skip. A cheap, smooth satin case that is often bought as a silk substitute but doesn't state its fiber.
The verdict in 30 seconds
What mattered most
- Fiber
- Momme
- Grade
- Weave
- Closure
- Certification
Silk pillowcases are sold as beauty tools for smoother hair and fewer sleep creases, and the category is full of big claims and small print. What you can actually compare is the fiber, the momme weight, the silk grade, the weave and the closure. We compared a heavy 25 momme silk case, two popular 22 momme brands and a best-selling satin case that isn't silk at all.
A heavy 25 momme mulberry silk pillowcase with silk on both sides, for a mid-range price.
Best for: Most buyers who want real, substantial silk without paying premium prices.
- 100% Grade 6A long-strand mulberry silk in a charmeuse weave, silk on both sides.
- 25 momme, which Fishers Finery says is 32% more silk than a 19 momme case.
- Envelope closure, a mesh wash bag included and OEKO-TEX Made in Green certification.
- Envelope closure rather than a zipper, which some sleepers find slips.
- Hand wash or delicate machine cycle in lukewarm water only.
- Heavier silk costs more than 19 momme options.
The brand that popularized silk pillowcases, with 22 momme 6A silk and an invisible zipper.
Best for: Buyers who want a well-known premium silk case with a zipper.
- Slipsilk, 100% Grade 6A long-fiber mulberry silk at 22 momme.
- Invisible zipper closure keeps the pillow in place; queen size is 20 x 30 in.
- Machine washable, with envelope and king versions also sold.
- The most expensive case here.
- Lighter at 22 momme than the Fishers Finery's 25.
- Slip's benefit figures come from its own consumer perception studies.
A heavily marketed 22 momme silk case with a hidden zipper and a trial period.
Best for: First-time silk buyers who want a long trial before committing.
- 100% mulberry silk, 22 momme, Grade 6A.
- OEKO-TEX certified and a hidden zipper closure.
- A 60-night guarantee.
- Costs more than the Fishers Finery for lighter silk.
- Blissy's clinical claims about acne and wrinkles come from the brand's own studies.
- Blissy recommends washing in a mesh bag with its own wash product.
A cheap, smooth satin case that is often bought as a silk substitute but doesn't state its fiber.
Best for: Buyers who want a smooth, cheap pillowcase and don't need real silk.
- Smooth satin weave that is cool to the touch.
- OEKO-TEX certified, with a zipper closure.
- Much cheaper than silk, with many prints and colors.
- Satin is a weave, not a fiber; Kitsch doesn't state what the satin is made of.
- Advertises a 600 thread count, a cotton metric that says little about satin.
- Standard/queen size is listed at 26 x 19 in., smaller than Slip's 20 x 30 in. queen.
- If you want silk, the Fishers Finery costs more but is 100% mulberry silk.
| Criteria | 25 Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase Top pick | Pure Silk Pillowcase, Queen Zippered | Silk Pillowcase, Queen | Satin Pillowcase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy it | Buy it | It depends | Skip it |
| Best for | Most buyers who want real, substantial silk without paying premium prices. | Buyers who want a well-known premium silk case with a zipper. | First-time silk buyers who want a long trial before committing. | Buyers who want a smooth, cheap pillowcase and don't need real silk. |
| Price tier | $$ · mid-range | $$$ · premium | $$$ · premium | $ · budget |
| Fiber | 100% mulberry silk | 100% mulberry silk | 100% mulberry silk | Satin, fiber not stated |
| Momme | 25 | 22 | 22 | Not applicable |
| Grade | 6A long-strand | 6A long-fiber | 6A | Not applicable |
| Weave | Charmeuse, both sides | Not stated | Not stated | Satin |
| Closure | Envelope | Invisible zipper | Hidden zipper | Zipper |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Made in Green | Not stated on page | OEKO-TEX | OEKO-TEX |
| Care | Hand or delicate, lukewarm; wash bag included | Machine washable | Gentle cycle, mesh bag | Not stated on page |
| Trial or returns | Free returns | Returns policy | 60-night guarantee | Not stated on page |
Which one is right for you?
- Most buyers who want real, substantial silk without paying premium prices. Buy it Fishers Finery 25 Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
- Buyers who want a well-known premium silk case with a zipper. Buy it Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase, Queen Zippered
- First-time silk buyers who want a long trial before committing. It depends Blissy Silk Pillowcase, Queen
- Buyers who want a smooth, cheap pillowcase and don't need real silk. Skip it Kitsch Satin Pillowcase
How we judged the field
Five things decide whether a silk pillowcase is worth the money. The fiber comes first, since satin cases are often sold alongside silk. Momme weight tells you how much silk is in the fabric, which affects feel and durability. The silk grade and weave describe fiber quality and whether both sides are silk. The closure decides whether the pillow stays in. And care instructions decide how much work it is to keep.
The field splits into value silk cases, premium brand-name silk, heavily marketed direct-to-consumer silk, and cheap satin cases. We picked the Fishers Finery 25 Momme, the Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase, the Blissy Silk Pillowcase and the Kitsch Satin Pillowcase. Every spec below comes from the brand’s own product page. Where brands cite studies about skin or hair, we note that the studies are their own. This review pairs with our sleep bonnets review, another way to protect hair overnight.
The Fishers Finery 25 Momme Silk Pillowcase is the pick because it gives the most silk for the money. Fishers Finery makes it from 100% Grade 6A long-strand mulberry silk in a charmeuse weave with silk on both sides, and at 25 momme it says it carries 32% more silk than a 19 momme case. It closes with an envelope flap, comes with a mesh wash bag, and is certified to OEKO-TEX Made in Green. Care is gentle: hand wash, or a delicate cycle in lukewarm water. The trade-offs are small. Some sleepers prefer a zipper to an envelope, and heavier silk costs more than lighter 19 momme cases. For most people switching to silk, it is the one to buy.
The Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase is the premium pick from the brand that made silk pillowcases a beauty staple. Slip uses its Slipsilk, 100% Grade 6A long-fiber mulberry silk at 22 momme, and the queen zippered version measures 20 x 30 in. with an invisible zipper that keeps the pillow in place. It is machine washable, and envelope and king versions are also sold. It is the most expensive case here and slightly lighter than the Fishers Finery at 22 momme. Slip’s figures on sleep creases and bed head come from its own consumer perception studies, so treat them as the brand’s claims. For buyers who want the established name and a zipper, it is a strong choice.
The Blissy Silk Pillowcase is one of the most heavily advertised silk cases. The specs are solid: 100% mulberry silk at 22 momme, Grade 6A, OEKO-TEX certified, with a hidden zipper, and Blissy offers a 60-night guarantee. The catch is value and marketing. It costs more than the Fishers Finery, which uses heavier 25 momme silk, and Blissy’s claims about acne, wrinkles and hair growth come from its own studies. Blissy also recommends washing it in a mesh bag with its own wash product. If a long trial period matters most to you, it is a reasonable buy; otherwise, the Fishers Finery gives more silk for less.
The Kitsch Satin Pillowcase is a popular cheap alternative to silk. It is smooth and cool to the touch, OEKO-TEX certified, closes with a zipper, and comes in many prints and colors for far less than silk. The issue is what it is. Satin is a weave, not a fiber, and Kitsch doesn’t state what its satin is made of. It advertises a 600 thread count, a cotton metric that doesn’t tell you much about satin, and its standard/queen size is listed at 26 x 19 in., smaller than Slip’s 20 x 30 in. queen. If you want a smooth, inexpensive case, it may be fine. If you are buying for the benefits of silk, it isn’t silk, so skip it and buy the Fishers Finery.
Fishers Finery 25 Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase vs Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase, Queen Zippered: which should you buy?
The Fishers Finery and the Slip are both 100% Grade 6A mulberry silk, so the differences are weight, closure and price. The Fishers Finery is 25 momme charmeuse with silk on both sides and an envelope closure, at a mid-range price. The Slip is 22 momme with an invisible zipper and machine washable care, at a premium price.
Choose the Fishers Finery if you want the most silk for the money and don’t mind an envelope closure or gentle washing. Choose the Slip if you want a zipper, the easiest care, and the most established name in the category. Both are real silk, which is the main thing to get right.
What to look for
- 100% silk on the label: “satin” describes a weave and is usually not silk.
- Momme weight: 19 to 25 is typical; higher means more silk and usually better durability.
- Grade 6A mulberry silk: the top commonly used grade, with long, even fibers.
- Silk on both sides: some cases use cotton on the back to save money.
- A closure you like: zippers keep the pillow in; envelopes avoid hardware.
- Claims versus specs: trust fiber, momme and grade over brand-funded benefit studies.
Our final take
For most buyers, the Fishers Finery 25 Momme is the silk pillowcase to buy: heavy 25 momme Grade 6A mulberry silk on both sides at a mid-range price. If you want a zipper and the best-known name, the Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase is an excellent premium choice. The Blissy is solid silk with a long trial, but it costs more for less silk. The Kitsch satin case is smooth and cheap, but it isn’t silk, so it doesn’t belong on a silk shopping list.
Questions, answered
What is momme?
Momme (mm) is a measure of silk weight, like thread count for cotton. Higher momme means more silk in the fabric, which usually feels thicker and lasts longer. Most silk pillowcases are 19 to 25 momme; the Fishers Finery is 25 and Slip and Blissy are 22. Satin cases don't use momme at all.
Is satin the same as silk?
No. Satin is a weave that can be made from many fibers, commonly polyester, while silk is a natural fiber. A satin pillowcase can feel smooth, but it is not silk unless the label says it's made of silk. Slip's own benefit claims compare its silk against polyester satin.
Do silk pillowcases really help hair and skin?
Silk's smooth surface creates less friction than cotton, which many people find reduces frizz and bed head. Most specific claims about wrinkles, acne or hair growth come from brands' own studies, like those Slip and Blissy cite, rather than independent research. Treat them as possible benefits, not guarantees.
What does Grade 6A mean?
It is the top grade commonly used for mulberry silk, indicating long, even fibers. Longer fibers make a smoother, stronger fabric. All three silk cases here list Grade 6A.
How do I wash a silk pillowcase?
Follow the label, but most silk wants cool or lukewarm water, a gentle cycle or hand washing, and a mild detergent. Fishers Finery includes a mesh wash bag, and Blissy recommends one. Air dry away from direct sun and avoid bleach and fabric softener.
Deciding between the top two? See our head-to-head: Fishers Finery 25 Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase vs Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase, Queen Zippered.
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