Remember when you were a kid, and your only goal when you went to bed was to fall asleep? Now you’re adulting, and the concept of “beauty sleep” has never been more important to you. We’ve all been there (much too often, if you ask me): You wake up and your smooth, silky hair from the night before is disheveled and frizzy. And let’s not even mention the dull complexion that gets imprinted with those super-annoying face creases you get from lying on textured fabric. Thankfully, I discovered Blissy, a luxury lifestyle brand dedicated to helping you protect your hair and skin.
Their secret? Move over, cotton: The proprietary 100% Pure Mulberry Silk used in all of the company’s products is high quality, and you can feel and see a difference after just one night. According to dermatologist Hadley King, sleeping on silk can be helpful for sensitive skin because it’s lightweight, breathable, and non-irritating, and for hair because it causes less friction, which may mean less frizz. As someone with a head full of curly hair, I’m all too familiar with frizz, so I was excited to try out Blissy’s collection. Here’s how it went:
Blissy 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcases
I started using silk pillowcases a while ago, and boy, does it make a difference. Like King said, the magic happens when you minimize friction. As you move in your sleep, you want your skin and hair to glide over the fabric, rather than encountering resistance. Blissy’s pillowcases also have the added benefit of being hypoallergenic, which means they’re perfect for people with sensitive skin, who are prone to irritation. While these pillowcases may represent something of an investment up front, the benefits for your skin and hair (bye-bye, creases and frizz) are totally worth it.
Blissy Silk Sleep Masks
There’s something about sleep masks that just makes you feel like an A-lister, so adding silk to the equation only ups the luxe factor. “Since silk is a breathable fabric, there’s less heat and moisture buildup,” explains King, which means Blissy’s sleep masks are perfect for getting a little shut-eye while protecting your skin as you snooze.
Blissy Silk Hair Scrunchies
If you manage to get sleep while wearing your hair down, kudos to you. But for those of us who prefer our hair up and off our face, neck, and back, I tell you: No lie, these silk scrunchies will change your life. There are two sizes: throwback ’90s chunky style and super-skinny. For me, the bigger, the better because I have a lot of hair, and dents can literally put a kink in my style. While sliding on a silk scrunchie doesn’t mean your hair will magically stay frizz-free, pair it with the Blissy pillowcase and you’ll have the ultimate protection no matter how much you roll around in your sleep — no unwanted imprints and less breakage. Plus, they’re so chic, I’ve been sporting them day and night for even more protection.
Blissy Sleep & Pillow Mist
You know those days when you want nothing more than to plop down in bed, but the atmosphere needs a little zhuzhing or you can’t seem to relax your mind enough to rest? That’s where this mist comes in. It’s a blend of lavender and eucalyptus essential oils that are known to help relax and soothe your senses so you can get more restful sleep. I like to spritz it high in the air and take a good, deep breath before I lie down.
Blissy Face Mask
Along with sleep-care products, Blissy also produces silk face masks, which have been essential in helping prevent the dreaded “maskne.” According to King, protective masks tend to create warm, humid environments, which can lead to increased sebum and sweat. Even if you’re properly cleansing your face after every use or consistently washing your fabric face masks, you can get inflammation and breakouts. Opting for the silk kind can help reduce irritation. Blissy’s comes in four color options: black, silver, pink, and—the Internet’s quarantine obsession—tie-dye.
Blissy Pink Dream Set
So if you don’t want all the hard work you put into your hair- and skin-care regimen to go to waste, try Blissy’s signature Mulberry Silk collection. This set contains everything you need for the ultimate beauty sleep, including a sleep mask, two scrunchies, and a pillowcase. It’s my go-to for traveling so I can keep my hair and skin in tip-top shape no matter where life takes me, and it makes for a swoon-worthy gift set for a loved one who’s just as obsessed with beauty as you are.
