Not everyone wants to drop fifteen to twenty euros on a 22-momme silk pillowcase before testing the idea. This twin pack answers that: two washed silk satin pillowcases at a price that lets you experiment. The anti-frizz benefit is already there, at a more accessible level than pure mulberry silk.
One in the machine, one on the pillow. You never sleep on cotton between two washes. Same logic as having two sets of sheets: rotation makes life easier.
Standard for classic European pillows (51x66 cm fits a 50x70 cm pillow). Queen for longer American pillows. King and California king for wider sizes. Body pillow ships as a single, since most beds only have one.
When you want to level up on hydration and durability, switch to 22-momme mulberry silk. That remains the reference investment. This satin pair is a great first step, and a great rotation companion afterwards.
Washed silk satin is more accessible and less dense. It preserves hair through reduced friction, but 22-momme silk goes further on hydration and durability. This twin pack is perfect to start, or to rotate alongside silk.
For rotation while one is in the wash. Silk needs to air-dry, so having a second case at hand keeps you off cotton for the next night.
Check your pillow. Standard fits classic European pillows (50x70 cm slots into 51x66 or 51x76). Queen for longer American pillows, king for wider ones. The body pillow size ships as a single, not a pair.
The fabric is built for the pillowcase, not for day-wear. For daytime, look at the dedicated satin bonnets.
Cotton pillowcases absorb hydration and create friction that breaks the fibre. A satin bonnet or silk pillowcase reduces friction by up to 80%, keeps hydration inside the hair and preserves curl or braid definition overnight.
Miapoda is a worldwide marketplace dedicated to the afro hair ecosystem: a curated shop of products, a directory of pro stylists specialising in kinky, curly and coily hair, and an editorial magazine on natural hair care. Our selection is validated by pro stylists in London, New York, Toronto, Lagos, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Paris, Brussels, Geneva and Dakar. You buy with confidence, with English-speaking customer support and the option to ask a stylist before buying.
Hair accessories are often overlooked, yet they largely determine how long your hairstyles last and the long-term health of your hair. Our selection covers everything a premium afro hair routine needs: lined satin bonnets for night (simple models or turban-style covers for high volume), mulberry silk pillowcases or premium polyester satin pillowcases, authentic 100% cotton wax headwraps from reputable African manufacturers (Vlisco, Uniwax, ATL), silk tube and square scarves, sponge headbands for makeup removal and wash-day, satin elastics with no snag in packs of 20 or 50, spiral elastics that don't mark, non-slip metal sectioning clips, crocodile clips for long hairstyles, edge brushes, continuous water sprayers, electric heat caps for deep oil treatments, oversized shower caps to preserve volume. Whether you wear your hair natural in daily wash-and-go, in protective twists, African braids, locs, cornrows, weaves or wigs, you'll find hair accessories that extend the life of your hairstyle and protect your hair. Miapoda operates as a worldwide marketplace for afro hair styling: our hair accessories ship from our partners in Europe, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia and West Africa, arriving in London, Birmingham, Manchester, New York, Atlanta, Toronto, Sydney and Lagos within 3 to 7 days.
Two pillowcases for the rotation, and no more frizz in the morning.
Hand wash, cold water, Marseille soap or mild detergent. No bleach, no spin dryer. Air-dry in the shade: direct sun turns red and orange. A real wax headwrap gets richer over time, not the other way around.
If the elastic is too tight, yes: it's even a common cause of traction alopecia on the temples. Check that the elastic sits above the ears without digging into the skin. A drawstring satin bonnet or a silk pillowcase is gentler.
Cotton-satin is more breathable and natural, but can absorb a bit of hydration. Polyester-satin glides better and retains hydration, but can feel hot in summer. For warm climates, prefer a silk pillowcase or cotton-satin.
