13 Soft Silk Face Masks to Add to Your Collection

Another day, another face covering—but this time make it super-soft silk face masks. At this point, a reliable rotation of face masks has (hopefully) become part of your daily uniform—or at least the finishing touch to every real-world outfit you put on. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend wearing a face covering whenever you’re in public spaces where social distancing measures are difficult to maintain, and studies show they decrease the risk of spreading the coronavirus.

Not all masks are created equal; a study showed that stretchy fleece neck gaiters made of nylon and polyester do next to nothing to prevent spreading particles while out and about, but cotton and silk masks can be much more effective. Research suggests high-thread-count cotton and natural silk or a chiffon weave can effectively filter out particles when worn correctly (read “snug and secure on the face without openings around the nose, chin, or cheeks”). 

Quality protection isn’t the only benefit to silk face masks—if you’re dealing with irritation caused by constantly wearing a cloth mask (looking at you, maskne), consider switching to silk. Of course you’ll still need to ensure your face covering is always clean (and it’s best to double up), but silk or silk-like fabrics may cause less friction and irritation, making them a potential better option for acne-prone skin. Not to mention, they look prettier than your average face mask—just take it from Chrissy Teigen, who’s been known to mask up with Slip’s popular covering a few times. 

So whether you’re looking for a luxurious upgrade to your mask collection or have had it up to here with pesky pimples, shop 13 top-rated soft silk face masks, ahead.