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Why choose silk bedding?
We all know that silk is a beautiful, natural and luxurious fabric - but there is a downside. The cost. A pure mulberry silk pillowcase, for example, is several times the price of the average cotton one. So why choose silk bedding, when it will cost you so much more to buy? Or to put it another way - why is silk worth the investment?
What is the history behind silk?
Whether you already own a silk pillowcase or are thinking about investing in a silk scarf or set of silk scrunchies, have you ever wondered what is the history behind silk? This post will tell you all you need to know - without sifting through pages and pages of information!
Are silk pillowcases good for cancer patients?
Here at Calidad Home, we’ve noticed that our pure mulberry silk pillowcases are often ordered as gifts for cancer patients. In fact it’s for this very reason that we’ve launched our Cancer Care range of products.
What animals can produce silk?
You might know that silk is produced by silkworms, and might even be familiar with the fact that the species involved loves to eat mulberry leaves - hence the term mulberry silk. But do you really know what silkworms are? Are they a type of caterpillar or a kind of worm? Also, can any other creatures make silk?
What is so special about a mulberry tree?
The mulberry is a small to medium tree that is also known by its scientific name Morus alba. It may also be referred to as the white, common or silkworm...
100% Mulberry Silk Eye Masks
Calidad Home’s range of 100% mulberry silk eye masks are made using only the world’s finest silk. Using an eye mask can help to protect the delicate skin around the eye area as you sleep, helping to guard against wrinkles and other signs of ageing.
What anniversary year is silk?
While buying a gift for the happy couple is seen as a must when a family member or close friend gets married, or when you’re invited to a wedding, what happens afterwards?
What pillowcase is best for hair?
Having recently addressed the issue of how silk can help care for your skin, we now turn to your crowning glory. If you’re wondering what pillowcase is best for hair - and why - then this post is for you.
Which is better - cotton or silk pillowcase?
Let’s get straight to the point here. The majority of people sleep on a cotton pillowcase, and they’re content to do so. A cotton pillowcase is affordable and made from a natural, breathable fabric. So why would you need to switch to silk?
Which pillowcase is best for acne?
If you suffer from the irritating skin condition of acne, then it’s likely you’re willing to try anything to stop those annoying breakouts of bumpy spots and redness. While some acne treatments require a prescription, there are other things you can do without consulting a doctor. One of the factors to consider is which pillowcase is best for acne?
What pillow is best for eczema?
Eczema is a term used to refer to various skin conditions causing skin irritation and dryness. There are a number of types, including atopic, seborrhoeic and discoid eczema, and contact dermatitis.
Are silk eye masks good for you?
Whether you’ve shopped with Calidad Home before or have simply browsed the website, you may have noticed that we stock pure silk eye masks as part of our mulberry silk range. So you may well be wondering, why would you buy one of these from our online store? Are silk eye masks good for you?