How Your Pillow Could Be Ageing Your Skin

Think your skincare routine is enough to keep fine lines away? You might be surprised to learn that your pillow could be undoing all your efforts. Here’s how the wrong pillow can sneakily age your skin overnight.

Let’s be honest — we all love sinking into our pillows after a long day. But here’s the kicker: your pillow might not be loving you back. Shocking, right? That soft, squishy cushion you cuddle into could actually be ageing your skin faster than you’d like.

Cotton pillowcases, for instance, may feel comfy, but they can tug at your skin while you toss and turn. All that friction doesn’t just leave you with pillow creases in the morning — over time, those creases can evolve into fine lines. Bit of a nightmare, isn’t it?

Not to mention, traditional pillows often trap oils, sweat, and skincare residue. That means your lovely night cream? Half of it ends up feeding the pillow instead of your skin. Worse still, bacteria love a cosy pillow — which can lead to breakouts.

This is where choosing the right pillow and pillow cover becomes crucial. Memory foam, for example, doesn’t just mould to your shape; it actually supports your head and neck so you’re not squishing your skin against the fabric all night. Pair that with a high-quality cover designed with your skin in mind (yes, the kind Serene SKN Co. creates with thought and detail), and you’re giving your skin the chance to breathe and repair properly.

So, next time you wake up wondering why your serums aren’t quite doing the trick, don’t just blame the products — take a long, hard look at your pillow.