How to choose pillowcases

Short answer: The pillowcase is in contact with your face all night. That makes the material and the frequency of changing more important here than anywhere else in the bed.

Your face lies on it

Skin oils and hair products collect in the pillowcase faster than in the rest of the bedding. See bamboo bedding.

Change more often than the rest

Many people change the pillowcase every week and the rest every two. That is a reasonable rhythm. See washing and care.

A smooth surface

A smooth case gives less friction against skin and hair than a rough one. That is why many prefer smooth weaves here.

The same material as the rest

If the whole set is in the same material, it behaves the same in the wash and feels the same. See home and homewear in bamboo.

An extra case

Two extra pillowcases take up nothing and mean you can change without changing the whole set. See bamboo nightwear for women.

Frequently asked questions

How often should pillowcases be changed?

Ideally every week. They are in contact with your face and get dirty faster than the rest.

Why do many people prefer smooth cases?

Because they give less friction against skin and hair.

Does the whole set have to be the same material?

Not necessarily, but then it behaves the same in the wash and feels the same.