A Slight Smell When Unboxing the Silk Pillowcase: Normal or Not?
Shop the Silk Pillowcase →Where This Characteristic New Smell Comes From
A slight smell, often described as close to that of new fabric or slightly animal-like, naturally comes from the degumming process of raw silk and its passage through the factory, with no link to any harmful chemical treatment.
How It Naturally Disappears Within a Few Days
Leaving the pillowcase out in the open air for a few hours before first use, or doing a first gentle cold-water wash, is enough in the vast majority of cases to completely eliminate this residual smell.
"This passing smell is actually a good sign — it confirms the absence of artificial fragrance added to mask the raw material, unlike some textiles heavily perfumed at the factory.
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| Solution | Effectiveness | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Airing outdoors | Good | A few hours |
| First gentle wash | Excellent | Immediate after drying |
| Direct use with no treatment | Smell may linger 1-2 nights | Variable |
A Passing Detail With No Impact on Quality
This discreet, temporary smell says nothing about the product's final quality — it disappears completely after a first wash or a simple airing, giving way to the feel and sheen characteristic of real silk.
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