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2021-12-13T18:04:43-08:00

Normally we use Mommes (mm) as a traditional unit to measure the quality of silk fabrics.One momme silk weight = 4.340 grams per square meter

The usual range of momme silk weight for different weaves of silk are as below:

Gauze—3 to 5 mm

Organza—4 to 6 mm

Habotai—12 to 16 mm

Chiffon—6 to 8 mm (can be made in double thickness, i.e. 12 to 16 mm)

Crepe de Chine—12 to 16 mm

Raw silk—35 to 40 mm (heavier silks appear more ‘wooly’)

Charmeuse—12 to 30 mm

What’s more, most people may have such a question: does the higher momme weight mean the better silk?

Normally, the higher the momme weight, the more durable the weave, the more luxurious the fabric is, the more suitable it is for heavy-duty use, and the longer the shelf-life. Generally, all silks can be washed and the heavier ones can be washed repeatedly. The heavier the silk, the more opaque it becomes. This can vary even between the same kind of silk. For example, lightweight Charmeuse is translucent when used in clothing, but 30-momme charmeuse is opaque. Therefore, it does not mean that you must always buy silk products with higher momme weight.For instance, it would be too heavy to put on 25mm silk sleepwear for the night, but 19mm silk sleepwear is not that durable, though. In a word, it is a question of making proper choices according to your own needs.

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2021-01-04T22:49:06-08:00

Silk is a magical fabric which keep you warm when you're cold and cool when you're hot. So silk pajamas are great for temperature control – they'll keep you warm in the winter months and cool when summer finally comes back around.

A research says that the most ideal sleeping environment commands 33±１℃ in temperature and 50±５％（RH）in humidity. So the judgment standard for a good pajamas is to see if it can maintain a very stable temperature and will do a fine job of balancing humidity. Silk pajamas has a good function of absorbing and liberating moisture, so it can make your sleeping stay at a more constant temperature than most pajamas in other fabric.

Advantage Of Silk pajamas

1.Absorb the moisture quickly to adjust the temperature

It is said that we may sweat almost 200cc when sleeping. So, the breathability of a pajamas is very important for a comfortable sleeping environment. Silk fibroin peptide chain consists of lots of hydrophile groups, so the hygroscopicity of silk is 1.5 times better than that of cotton fiber. Silk can absorb and emit human body sweat quickly and liberate the moisture more quickly than other fiber. This explains why silk pajamas help keep human body temperature at a more constant temperature throughout the night.

2.Save the warm air to adjust the temperature

What is more, silk pajamas are designed to allow air to flow more freely and thus regulate your body heat. The result is your body stays cool in summer and warm in winter.

If you struggle to sleep at night, silk pajamas may just be your perfect solution. Silk is extremely comfortable, so being enveloped in luxurious pajamas of the material can feel like a hug from the outside in. So, by investing in silk sleepwear you can allow for extreme comfort and a quality night's sleep.

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2020-11-26T02:49:07-08:00

*Handwashing is always the best and safest method for washing particularly delicate items like silk. (some may prefer DRY CLEAN).

1. Fill a basin with <= lukewarm water 30℃/86°F.
Fill a basin with <= lukewarm water 30°C/86°F is the ideal temperature for silk to be hand-washed.

2. Add a few drops of special detergent for the silk delicates.
We recommend TENESTAR as the brand of specialized silk cleaner agents for our products. Woolite and other mild detergents can also be used.

3. Let the garment soak for three minutes.
Soak the silk item and leave it to soak for three minutes.

4. Agitate the delicates around in the water.
Take the silk item and gently plunge it up and down in the water to move the water through the fabric and wash out any dirt or residue. This motion simulates the motion of a washing machine but is much more gentle.

5. Rinse the silk item <= lukewarm water (30℃/86°F).
Take the silk item out of the water and rinse the silk item under the clean water till it runs clear, and all the detergent soap suds have been washed out.

6. Use a towel to soak up water after the wash.
Use a clean white towel to soak up the moisture from your silk item, but don’t rub or wring the thing.

7. Hang the garment to dry.
Hang dry if possible; however, avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Note: For a knitted item or cashmere item, it should be laid flat to dry. A drying rack basket recommended.

*For those without the time, patience, or just physically unable to hand-wash silk, our products can withstand machine washing as well. Of course, there is more risk involved, and certain precautions must be taken to minimize them.

1. Check the fabric care label.
Before you throw in the wash, check the tag to see if it can be machine washed. Some silk items may lose color or get damaged if you use machine washing.

2.Sort the laundry.
Wash different colors and fabric separately.

3. Use a protective mesh bag.
Turn your silk item inside out and place it in a delicates mesh bag to avoid the shearing and tearing of silk fibers.

4. Add the proper amount of neutral or special detergent for silk to the machine.
TENESTAR recommended as it is detergent specifically designed to care for silk items. Please follow the instruction on the bottle.

5. Start a delicate cycle.
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle. Most washing tools should have a "delicate" setting. Some machines even have a silk setting specifically for cleaning silk.washed out.

6.Minimize spin time.
Spinning can be very dangerous for silk fabric as the forces involved can shear weaker silk fibers.

7. Use a towel to soak up water after the wash.
Take the item out of the machine and use a clean white cloth to soak up excess moisture. Do Not Tumble Dry.

8. Hang item or lay flat to dry.
Hang dry if possible; however, avoid direct sunlight exposure. Note: For a knitted item or cashmere item, it should be laid flat to dry. A drying rack basket recommended.

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2020-11-11T23:54:11-08:00

1.For washable duvets or pillows, we recommend machine washing.

> And you can follow the rules below:
(1). Check the fabric care label.
Before you throw in the wash, check the tag to see if it can be machine washed.Some silk items may lose color or get damaged if you use machine washing.

(2). Sort the laundry.
Wash different colors and fabric separately.

(3). Use a protective mesh bag.
Turn your silk item inside out and place it in a delicates mesh bag to avoid the shearing and tearing of silk fibers.

(4). Add the proper amount of neutral or special detergent for silk to the machine.
TENESTAR recommended as it is detergent specifically designed to care for silk items. Please follow the instruction on the bottle.

(5). Start a delicate cycle.
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle. Most washing tools should have a "delicate" setting. Some machines even have a silk setting specifically for cleaning silk.washed out.

(6). Minimize spin time.
Spinning can bevery dangerous for silk fabric as the forces involved can shear weaker silk fibers.

(7). Use a towel to soak up water after the wash.
Take the item out of the machine and use a clean white cloth to soak up excess moisture.Do Not Tumble Dry.

(8). Hang item or lay flat to dry.
Hang dry if possible; however, avoid direct sunlight exposure. Note: For a knitted item or cashmere item, it should be laid flat to dry. A drying rack basket recommended.

> To keep them warm, please don’t do the laundry too often. Just air in well-circulated areas 2~3 times every month (avoid direct sunlight exposure).

2. For those basics that couldn’t wash, always protect them with a removable and washable cover.

> You can also do spot-clean with <= lukewarm water 30°C/86°F and hang dry after spot-cleaned.
> If in need of thorough cleaning, please use professional dry clean only.

tips: For daily maintenance, you can turn your comforter over towards the end of the bed instead of after you get up and let the fresh air or the sunshine in (if your mattress is near a window) for 10-20 minutes. It helps freshen your comforter considerably.

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2020-07-07T00:32:00-07:00

mcalexandersound silk sleep mask is made from 100% pure and natural mulberry silk. Due to the delicate nature of this handmade product, please handle with love and care for maximum sustainability.

The following steps should be adapted to clean your sleep mask:

Use neutral or special detergent (we recommend machine wash delicate 30°C (86°F)

Hand wash with lukewarm water (30°C/86°F)dry clean

Do not bleach. Use detergent specifically designed to care for silk items. Please follow the instruction on the bottle as well.

Do not tumble dry. Take the item out of the machine and use a clean white cloth to soak up excess moisture.

Use neutral or special detergent (we recommend machine wash delicate 30°C (86°F)

Hang item or lay flat to dry. Hang dry if possible; however, avoid direct sunlight exposure.

Only wash when necessary

Spot clean with lukewarm water. There is no need to wash your sleep mask every time you have used them. We recommend that you wash it only when necessary. You can clean the surface of your eye mask with a damp cloth or machine wash occasionally on a delicate setting at 30 degrees using a mild detergent. Hang dry after spot-cleaned.

Thorough cleaning

We recommend professional dry clean which can prolong the lifespan of silk, but it can also be achieved if you follow the instructions for washing silk. Use detergent which is specifically designed to care for silk items. Please follow the instruction on the bottle as well. There is no need for fabric softener (which is harmful to the environment, anyway).

Iron at low temperature

Dry naturally and iron on a cool setting if needed.

Hang the silk eye mask to dry

Hang item or lay flat to dry. Hang dry if possible; however, avoid direct sunlight exposure.

How do you hand wash a silk mask?

If you’re worried about how to clean your silk sleep mask without damaging the delicate fibers, simply follow our easy three-step hand washing guide. From washing to drying your mask, the entire process is short and simple and will leave your silk eye mask feeling as soft as ever.

Step 1 - Fill a basin with lukewarm water that is around 30 degrees. Never boil your silk eye mask as the high temperature will damage the material. Once you have the correct temperature, add some silk-safe detergent to the basin (follow the instructions on the bottle to determine how much to add).

Step 2 - Submerge your silk eye mask into the water and detergent mix and very gently wash with your hands. Step 3 - Once you’ve hand washed your silk eye mask, remove it from the basin to line dry. Do not tumble dry as this can create wrinkles and creases in your freshly washed silk, instead it is much safer to hang up your silk mask to air dry out of direct sunlight.

What detergent is safe for silk??

As mentioned above, the best method for cleaning your silk eye mask is with a mild detergent that has been specially formulated to protect the natural qualities of silk. Though it may be a tempting way to try and remove stains, you should never use bleach on your silk face mask. This is because bleach can inflict lasting damage on your silk eye mask by disintegrating the delicate fibers and causing the beautiful colour to fade.

When it comes to finding a good silk detergent to use, it’s a simple case of visiting your local supermarket and looking for mild detergents made for silk and other delicate materials. Alternatively, you can purchase mcalexandersound’s own Liquid Silk Wash which has been made for the specific purpose of protecting the colour and softness of your mcalexandersound silk products.

https://www.mcalexandersound.com/collections/silk-care/products/special-silk-washing-detergent-tenestar

Generally speaking, silk will soothe the delicate skin around your eyes and the tightly woven, and very smooth silk fibres will help keep your skin moisturized and make you wake up the next morning with fresh hydrated skin, ready for a new day. We hope that these guidelines will help you keep your silk sleep mask for a long time.

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2020-07-06T23:20:00-07:00

We all need deep, restful sleep to maintain good health and refresh our bodies. One of the best tools for maintaining shiny hair and a healthy complexion after a night's sleep is a silk pillowcase.

Sleeping on a silk pillowcases offers benefits well beyond the sheer glamour of it all. If your hair is prone to frizziness, the silk will help to keep your locks from becoming overly dry. And for those who are prone to acne, dermatologists recommend silk pillowcases as a way to reduce blemishes. Dry clean can prolong the lifespan of silk, but it can also be achieved if you follow the instructions for washing silk.

The following steps should be adapted to clean your silk pillowcases:

Use neutral or special detergent (we recommend machine wash delicate 30°C (86°F)

Hand wash with lukewarm water (30°C/86°F)dry clean

Do not bleach. Use detergent specifically designed to care for silk items.Please follow the instruction on the bottle as well.

Do not tumble dry. Take the silk item out of the water and rinse the silk item under the clean water till it runs clear.

Use a clean white towel to soak up the moisture from your silk item, but don’t rub or wring the thing.

Hang item or lay flat to dry. Hang dry if possible; however, avoid direct sunlight exposure.

Silk is a natural fibre and washing in a solution that’s too acidic or alkaline can cause the silk to harden in a single wash. If you can't find a detergent that specifies ph level then just go for one that specifies silk. Do not use bleach products.

Another important factor is water temperature. Even just slightly above 30 degrees Centigrade or 85 degrees Fahrenheit can change silk dramatically. The safest method if your machine doesn't specify exact heat settings is either cold or just one level above cold.

If you wish to maximize the life of your pillowcase, hand washing is the ultimate method. The gentler you wash your slip pillow case, the longer it will keep its sheen. The shinier it is, the better it will 'slip', which is one of the benefits to its health and beauty qualities. The same goes for drying your pillowcase, do not place in tumble dryer.

Go through the above steps and clean your silk pillowcases with enough care, you’ll find that silk pillowcases can also last for many years.