“Funny,” you might say to yourself. “They taught me numbers in preschool and I could swear I’ve had a decent enough grasp of them since then. Cheaper than I think?” And ok. It’s true that silk material tends to have a more considerable price tag than comparable products in the same category. 

Silk is harder to produce than cotton, or poly blends. For that reason, yes. It costs more. However, there is more to an item’s cost than what is written on the sticker. In this article, we make the case that silk products aren’t quite as cost-prohibitive as you might assume. 

Consider the Noble Silk Pillowcase

On Amazon, pillowcases start at around $10. This admittedly might not tempt the majority of buyers who know what pocket change can get you in the world of comfort items but regardless, it's a starting point. A silk pillowcase can easily cost ten times that price. Why spend so dramatically more? Well, there are a few factors to keep in mind.

Yes, up front the silk pillowcase costs more. Over time, however, it could save you money. For one thing, silk is more durable than cotton. It consists of longer, stronger fibers that can last for many years when properly taken care of. It's also less likely to absorb contaminants that can compromise the quality of the material.

This is also why silk pillowcases are hypoallergenic. They don't acquire a bunch of dust that can trigger an allergic fit. So, if your high-quality pillowcase is 2-3X more durable than the cheapest one you can find, that already cuts pretty considerably into the price difference.

There's more. Silk pillowcases are also better for your skin. If you can cut some of your acne prevention products out thanks to a better pillowcase the savings will be ENORMOUS. It's easy to spend $20-30 per month on face creams when your skin condition is aggravated. At that price point, you can recoup the cost of a better pillowcase in a matter of months.

Many dermatologists now recommend silk pillowcases for patients with sensitive skin or those prone to breakouts, as the smooth surface creates less friction against facial skin during sleep.

Other Cases

Of course, the value of a silk product can depend on the individual. Maybe you don't have skin problems. Maybe you aren't cutting cash from your skin care budget by switching to a better product. You don't need to look at silk as an investment to recognize that it is a good purchase. Silk products are just better for you all around—even when you can't readily assign the benefits a monetary value.

For example, silk products that come into contact with your hair are less likely to produce split ends. Silk that contacts your face can slow the onset of wrinkles. It can even improve your skin's ability to heal itself. The smooth texture of silk reduces friction against the skin, allowing better moisture retention and creating an environment where skin cells can regenerate more efficiently during sleep.

To that end, it could be said that you're simply getting more mileage out of the money that you put into a silk product than you would the alternative.

Making Silk Work For Your Budget

Regardless of silk's value, it is ultimately a luxury purchase. What else could be said of a product that is noticeably more expensive than alternative options? The benefits are great but they won't keep you from overdrafting at checkout. Naturally, if buying a silk pillowcase or hair product would put you in financial distress the solution is very simple: Don't do it. Revisit the opportunity later when cash flow isn't as much of a problem.

For those with a little bit of discretionary spending built into your budget, consider replacing an occasional luxury with a silk investment. The cost of dining out at a restaurant once or twice could easily cover a high-quality silk pillowcase that will last for years. You're essentially trading a temporary pleasure for a long-term benefit to your skin and hair health.

You don't need to replace everything in a day. Build your collection slowly. 

Peruse Our Collection

Interested in making the most pleasant investment in your health imaginable? Take a look at our collection of silk items. You’ll find a wide range of options at a variety of price points. With some products starting at under $30, it has never been easier to start adding silk into your life.