SILK...SATIN...POLYESTER...

Hello fellow fabulous naturals!


For those of you who may be a bit confused on this subject.  Satin, silk, polyester pillow cases and or scarfs for our hair at night.  I personally have been using satin since my BC and it works great for me.  I came across a great article that helps in clearing up the difference between the different materials.  I hope this helps someone, if you are a seasoned natural, a newly natural,  or even a transitioner.

1. Satin is a weave, not a fabric. A satin weave has no visible interlacing pattern. That is what makes satin smooth and shiny.
2. Silk is the natural and most expensive fabric used in a satin weave. Silk thread is very smooth and produced by the silk worm.
3. Polyester is a synthetic fabric that is used in a satin weave that is more affordable. This fabric does not breathe as well as silk.
4. Acetate is another synthetic fabric that is used, but the quality might be compromised.
   The next issue is a charmeuse satin weave. This type of satin weave is softer and lighter in weight
The front side of the fabric has a satin finish whereas the back has a dull finish. It can be made of silk or a synthetic polyester.
Silk charmeuse is more expensive. It is softer and more delicate.
.Polyester charmeuse is cheaper and can often withstand machine washing, but it doesn’t breathe as well as silk.
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