MYRN Silk is made from luxurious mulberry silk, which is beautifully soft and durable, but also very delicate. Caring for pure mulberry silk products doesn’t need to be complicated - you just need to know the basics.
Below you’ll find everything you need to know about how to wash and care for MYRN Silk pillowcases, scrunchies and eye masks, plus stain removal tips, drying advice, ironing and storage suggestions.
Before you start: Everyday habits for silk care
A few small habits make a huge difference in keeping your silk in perfect condition:
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Avoid using MYRN silk if you have heavy hair products in, as oils may transfer and stain.
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Always remove your makeup before bed to avoid transfer.
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Remove any jewellery including rings as they can scratch delicate fabric.
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Don’t sleep with wet hair — water marks can permanently damage silk.
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Handwash silk pillowcases, scrunchies and eye masks regularly to avoid build up.
How to wash a silk pillowcase
Recommended: Hand washing silk pillowcases
Hand washing silk is the gentlest and safest method for maintaining shine and softness.
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Fill a clean bowl or sink with cool water.
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Add a small amount of specialist silk detergent (following their instructions)
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Submerge your pillowcase and gently swirl it, rubbing gently on any marks — no harsh scrubbing, twisting or wringing.
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Rinse in clean cool water until all detergent is removed.
Expert tip: Hand washing silk pillowcases may feel like it takes a little more effort, but it saves time by reducing the need for ironing versus a machine wash. Make sure you lay your items flat on a towel and smooth out any wrinkles before they dry.
How to wash a silk pillowcase in the washing machine
You can wash MYRN Silk in the machine, as long as you follow these steps:
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Place your pillowcase in a protective laundry bag (any zips carefully covered to prevent snagging).
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Use a silk-friendly detergent.
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Select a delicate spin cycle at 30°C or lower.
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Wash silk garments together to reduce friction.
Machine washing is convenient — just make sure the setting is gentle enough for silk. You will likely need to iron when it's dry to regain a super smooth finish.
Expert tip: You don’t need a fancy laundry bag, place your silk items in an old cotton pillowcase, tie the end with an elastic hair band and add to your delicate wash cycle. Wash with any delicate wool or cashmere items at the same time (if your detergent allows).
How to wash a silk scrunchie
Silk scrunchies absorb oils and products from your hair, so regular washing keeps them soft and shiny.
Hand washing silk scrunchies
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Fill a small bowl with cool water and silk detergent.
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Soak your scrunchie briefly.
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Gently massage the fabric to lift oils.
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Rinse and lay flat to dry.
Machine washing is not recommended as you will struggle to iron out the wrinkles.
How to wash a silk eye mask
Your eye mask sits directly on your skin, so regular gentle washing is key to keeping it fresh and clean.
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Hand wash in cool water with silk detergent.
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Avoid soaking for too long — a few gentle swishes are enough.
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Rinse carefully in cold water until all detergent is removed.
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Press (don’t wring) between a clean towel to remove excess water.
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Lay flat on a towel to dry and reshape if needed.
This helps your eye mask keep its cushioned, cloud-soft feel.
How to remove stains from silk
Stains happen — the most important thing is to treat them as soon as possible.
General silk stain removal:
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Treat stains as soon as you notice them - ideally before anything dries.
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Mix a tiny amount of silk detergent with cool or tepid water.
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Dip a cotton bud or clean white cloth into the mixture.
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Gently dab or gentle stroke both sides of the stain.
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Avoid scrubbing — silk doesn’t like friction.
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Wash and dry the item as usual.
The second best thing about a printed pillowcase (after how fabulous it looks of course) - it's perfect for hiding any stains or imperfections created with use.
How to remove oil stains from silk
If oily hair products or face cream transfers onto your silk follow these simple tips:
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Lay the silk flat on a clean towel.
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Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda or cornflour generously over the stain and gently press, ensuring you cover the full stain.
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Leave it for several hours to absorb the oil.
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Brush excess away gently.
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Wash as normal.
This process often lifts oil without damaging the fibres from using harsh chemicals or scrubbing.
How to dry silk
Drying silk correctly is essential for keeping it smooth and preventing the fibres from stretching.
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Never dry silk outside or in direct sunlight — it can fade and weaken the fabric.
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Lay your silk flat on a clean, dry towel - never hang silk.
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Fold the towel over the silk and gently press to remove excess water.
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Place on a fresh towel and smooth out wrinkles with your hands.
Expert tip: If you smooth out any wrinkles whilst wet you might avoid the need to iron altogether.
How to iron silk
Light creases smooth out naturally as silk dries, but if you prefer a perfectly crisp finish:
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Turn your silk pillowcase inside out
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Lay it flat with one side hanging over the end of the ironing board
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Use the lowest heat setting on your iron.
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Make sure the iron is totally clean and dry.
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Avoid steam — water droplets may create marks on the fabric.
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Use gentle, continuous strokes to remove creases gently.
Expert tip: If you can’t turn your item inside out (such as your face mask) place a thin clean cloth or use the acid free paper from your MYRN Silk presentation box between the silk and the iron to prevent heat damage.
How to store silk
To keep your MYRN Silk products in perfect condition:
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Store in a cool, dry, dark space.
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Avoid overpacking — silk likes room to breathe.
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Fold or loosely roll to prevent creasing.
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Place in a clean laundry bag or inside an old silk or cotton pillowcase to protect it.
Expert tip: Gently fold your silk pillowcase and place the acid-free paper from your MYRN Silk presentation box between the folds. Store it in the box for safekeeping, or to take it with you when you travel.