Doesn't this tip just make you want to say "Duh! Why didn't I think of that already?"
A clean bed helps you wake up with a clean face.
If you get as much sleep as you need, which was Healthy Skin Tip #2, then you're spending at least seven hours each night with your face on that pillow. And even if you wash your face before going to bed (and you should – gently, always gently!) your pillowcase will slowly pick up oil, sweat, bacteria and dead cells from your skin, as well as dirt and dust and maybe allergens from the air.
Sleep clean! Change your pillowcase for a clean one every two to three days.
Silk vs. cotton: Which is better for your skin?
There's plenty of debate about whether a silk pillowcase is better for your complexion, versus sleeping on cotton. Is there a definitive, scientifically proven answer? Maybe not so much, says this article from the New York Times.
- Silk absorbs less moisture than cotton, so it's easier for your facial skin to stay a bit more hydrated on silk.
- While silk also has some anti-microbial properties, the article notes, there's no reliable research showing that silk-sleepers wind up with less bacteria on their face.
The Times ends up concluding with the same point of this healthy skin tip: Cleanliness is better than silkiness. Keeping your pillowcase and sheets washed matters more than the material itself.
At any rate, you can get a silk pillowcase on sale on Amazon for about $10. If you owe yourself a present, splurge and buy one (or a few). Silk and satin require more delicate care than cotton, but they are gentle fabrics that are comfy to sleep on.
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