Silk really is a great fabric. It is a relief for skin irritation. Silk contains antimicrobial properties which helps with eczema and other skin conditions. Antimicrobial helps the skin to stay clear and free of any unwanted irritations. In addition, silk helps to decrease the skins loss of moisture. It is a much better option for those who have sensitive skin. As for hair, silk keeps it silky, smooth and moisturized. If you purchase a hair bonnet or hair scarf to wear at night, be sure that it is 100% silk. A silk scarf will retain the moisture in your hair. Silk is expensive because the benefits are much greater. Remember you get what you pay for!
Unlike the cheap beauty supply store scarfs that are polyester satin, dry your hair out and only gives you the look of real silk. Polyester soaks all of the moisture out of the hair and it will become dry and brittle…whoa! Polyester is designed to soak up moisture (hence the reason workout clothes are made out of polyester). It serves it purpose but no good for natural hair care. This is very important for natural hair as it tends to dry out much quicker than other hair textures. You want to do everything possible to retain as much moisture as you can.