Best Pillowcases for Acne

Silk bedding is notoriously fussy when it comes to ease of care. Many sheets and pillowcases made from silk require dry cleaning, which can be inconvenient and pricey in the long run, but the Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Pillowcase can be washed in any household machine. You may need to invest in some pH-neutral detergent and the case should be laid dry to flat as opposed to machine dried, but overall this a low-maintenance alternative to many competing silk pillowcases on the market today.

An envelope closure slips over the edge of your pillow, securing it to prevent shifting and clumping. This helps ensure a full shape and optimal loft throughout the night. The silk is smooth and gentle, which can be especially soothing if you have acne, eczema, or other conditions that cause sensitive skin. Silk can also help prevent lines and wrinkles.

Several solid colors and patterns are available for the Mulberry Silk Pillowcase. You can also choose from a standard or king size. One pillowcase is included with each purchase. Brooklinen’s generous sleep trial allows you to test out the pillowcase for up to 365 nights before deciding whether to return or keep it.

The Sijo AiryWeight Eucalyptus Pillowcase Set has an exceptionally smooth texture that feels soft and cool to the touch. It’s gentle on your skin as you move about during the night, so we recommend this pillowcase for sleepers whose skin is easily irritated.

The pillowcase is composed of 100% Tencel lyocell, which is sustainably sourced from eucalyptus trees. Tencel is known for its silky feel and strong temperature neutrality, making this pillowcase well-suited to hot sleepers or those living in warmer climates. Tencel also excels at wicking moisture, so your pillowcase is less likely to harbor skin irritants like bacteria. Sijo adds a silver ion antimicrobial treatment to its fabric designed to help it stay clean for longer.

You can choose between a standard/queen or king size, as well as six color options—snow, fog, dove, blush, sky, and forest. Each set includes two pillowcases and the price-point is competitive compared to other Tencel pillowcases we’ve tested. The AiryWeight pillowcase is machine-washable in cold water on a gentle cycle. You can also machine dry on a low heat setting.

Sijo offers free shipping on orders over $65. You may return the pillowcase within seven days for a full refund.

The Bamboo Pillowcase exemplifies the luxurious materials and long-lasting construction that have come to define Cozy Earth’s product line — but the sticker price is fairly affordable given the high-quality craftsmanship. Viscose derived from bamboo gives the pillowcase a soft, smooth hand-feel that won’t feel abrasive or harsh. This means even people with sensitive skin should be able to sleep soundly without irritation.

This fabric is also quite breathable, and its moisture-wicking properties should keep you comfy if you tend to sweat in your sleep or your local climate is prone to high humidity levels. Cozy Earth includes pilling as a manufacturing defect in its product warranty for the pillowcase, so you should get years of use before a replacement is needed. You may wash and dry the pillowcase in any household machine.

Two closure styles are available. In addition to a traditional design, you can opt for a concealed closure that prevents the pillow from spilling out of the sides — this is ideal if you want your pillow to maintain a full shape. Cozy Earth also offers 13 different colors ranging from classic neutrals to more offbeat options such as olive green, navy blue, and clay.

Two standard or king size pillowcases are included with each order. Ground shipping is free of charge for all U.S. orders. Returns are permitted within 100 nights of the order date. If you decide to keep the Bamboo Pillowcase after the trial ends, your purchase is further backed by a generous 10-year warranty.

If you’re prone to overheating at night, pillowcases can play a big role in keeping you cool while you sleep. The Luxome Luxury Pillowcase Set has a soft, silky feel that helps minimize heat retention around your head and neck during sleep.

The pillowcase set is composed of 100% bamboo-derived viscose, a fabric known for its strong thermoregulation. The material also excels at wicking moisture, which can help keep you dry if you tend to sweat a lot at night. A sateen weave gives the pillowcase a luxuriously smooth texture, so you won’t experience much friction against the skin. This is ideal for people with acne and sensitive skin.

The set comes in a full/queen or king size with almost a dozen color options to choose from. Each set includes two pillowcases designed with discreet envelope closures. You may wash the pillowcases in cold water in a household machine, then tumble dry on a low heat setting.

Luxome offers free shipping in the contiguous U.S., and the pillowcase set comes with a 30-day return policy.

The Eucalypso Pillowcase Set is designed to help keep you cool and comfortable through the night. Tencel fabric is known for its excellent temperature regulation, so we recommend this pillowcase for hot sleepers or those living in warmer climates.

The pillowcase is composed of 100% Tencel lyocell, which is derived from sustainably grown eucalyptus trees. Eucalypso’s fabric undergoes a proprietary treatment called DreamWeave that’s aimed at making it smoother, allowing the pillowcase to glide over the skin without harsh rubbing. The pillowcase is also engineered to feel extra cool to the touch, which enhances the natural cooling properties of Tencel. The fabric has a soft feel and elegant drape.

The pillowcase has a discreet envelope enclosure, and you can choose from seven color options. Each set includes two pillowcases, available in standard or king size. The pillowcase can be machine washed in cold water on a gentle cycle. Eucalypso recommends air drying, but you may also tumble dry on a low heat setting.

Eucalypso offers free shipping in the contiguous U.S. You may return the sheets for a full refund within 30 days.

The Miracle Made Pillowcase caters to sleepers who prioritize bedding that promotes healthy skin. The pillowcases are made with a breathable cotton and lyocell blend that helps reduce skin irritation during sleep. This blend provides the best of both worlds for many sleepers, combining the softness of cotton with the silky feel of lyocell. Both materials are quite durable.

The fabric has a sateen weave that gives the pillowcase a smooth feel and lustrous appearance. The smoothness of the fabric allows it to glide over your skin, producing less friction and irritation than fabrics with a rougher texture such as microfiber or linen. The fabric is also infused with silver, which is meant to reduce bacterial growth. Hot sleepers will benefit from the cotton’s breathability and cool-to-the-touch feel.

The pillowcase is available in standard or king size, and you can choose from eight colors. Each set comes with two pillowcases.

Miracle offers a 30-night sleep trial with your pillowcase. It is also backed by a 5-year warranty. Shipping is free in the U.S.