How to sleep after a hair transplant without ruining your grafts

You've just invested thousands of dollars and endured hours of surgery to restore your hair. The first few weeks are critical: the new grafts (FUE/DHI implants) are not yet anchored in your scalp. The slightest nighttime friction against a standard pillow can literally rip out the bulb and ruin your transplant. How do you survive the night?

The "Velcro" Effect of Cotton on Scabs

After surgery, micro-scabs form around each graft. The cotton fabric of your bedding is made of rough fibers that snag on these scabs. If you move your head while sleeping, the cotton tears off the scab, taking the graft with it. Additionally, cotton absorbs healing fluids, creating a breeding ground for infections.

The Clinical Recommendation: Grade 6A Silk

To ensure the survival of your implants, clinics recommend sleeping on a zero-friction surface. A 22 Momme pure mulberry silk pillowcase allows your head to glide without any resistance. The scabs won't catch. Better yet, silk is naturally antibacterial and won't absorb the healing serums applied to your scalp.

Optimize Your Healing

Sleeping on your back with a U-shaped travel pillow covered by your Silkhouse silk pillowcase is the ultimate safety protocol. You prevent swelling, eliminate friction, and maximize the final density of your hair transplant.