What are the Advantages of Silk ?
- Silkworm silk is the strongest of natural fibers. It contains natural protein and 18 essential amino acids, known to reduce the signs of aging. It also contains natural cellular albumen which speeds up the metabolism of skin cells, thus delaying the aging process.
- Natural Silk is a breathable fabric. It is a natural temperature regulator, helping the body retain heat in cold weather and excess heat is expelled in warm weather. Therefore your body maintains a natural, comfortable temperature.
- Silk is hypoallergenic; it does not attract dust mites and is a natural fungal repellent. Silk Pillowcases and Silk Baby Cot Sheets can therefore help alleviate asthma and other allergies.
- Silk has an extremely smooth and soft texture which proves to be beneficial for those with sensitive skin conditions (e.g. Eczema).
- Silk from silkworms (Mulberry Silkworms) does not conduct static electricity so the use of silk pillowcases reduces hair breakage and thinning of hair, whilst helping the hair to maintain proper moisture balance.
- Silk is a natural fire retardant material, making silk one of the safest fabrics for bedding or cushions!
- Silk protects your skin from UV ray. SERICIN, a by-product of silk, may now find use in skin care products that protect from ultraviolet (UV) rays. A study revealed the protein protects the outermost layer of skin from UV rays. Sericin halts death of skin cells initiated by UV-B ray. Exposure to UV-B burns the outer layer of skin. It can even cause cancer.
Article from theethicalsilkco.com
