Washed Silk Charmeuse
100% Silk
Our Washed Silk Charmeuse Satin is Grade A Mulberry Silk. The hand is sumptuously smooth with a soft, fluid drape and a subtle sheen. The surface is lightly sanded and then washed with a natural non-toxic protein based enzyme to further soften the fabric for a relaxed feel.
Why We Love It:
- The epitome of everyday luxury: machine wash and dry on delicate cycle at home.
- Great for sensitive skin for its soft, breathable, hypoallergenic and temperature regulating qualities.
- Helps skin and hair retain moisture with it's molecular sericin and fibroin content.
- The fabric has two different sides: one shiny like satin and one matte.
FAQs About Washed Silk
Does washed silk contain toxic chemicals?
No. Our washed silk undergoes a non-toxic, low environmental impact treatment process. It involves a dry brushing step and then undergoes a protein-based enzyme water wash. This protein-based enzyme or protease enzyme is specially formulated to only react with the sericin protein in silk filaments, softening the coating but leaving the fibroin protein behind as to not damage the structural integrity of the silk. No residue is left behind after the treatment is finished and it never comes into contact with your skin.
Does washing the silk weaken it?
No. There are two proteins present in silk that give it molecular strength: sericin and fibroin. Sericin is an outer gummy coating that often leaves the silk stiff, however, it has many health benefits (we use raw silk with high sericin content for our beauty accessories). Fibroin is the core protein that makes up the structural integrity of the silk. Even after the initial washing treatment the fibroin is un-weakened. With repeated washing at home the silk will retain it's durable structure and last for years to come.
Is washed silk eco-friendly?
Yes! Silk naturally involves much less water to produce compared to other natural fibers such as linen or cotton. It also does not need any harsh neuro-toxic chemicals to produce like Tencel, Modal, Rayon, or bamboo silk alternatives. For washed silk, the washing process done at the factory is non-toxic and protein-based, which has a low environmental impact and never comes into contact with your skin.
