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Cotton pillow Covers a Cause of acne ?

(5 Posts)
David49 Wed 06-Aug-25 12:42:03

Dirty bedding is likely to increase any risk whether cotton or any other.
I thought acne was caused by excessive grease and hormone secretion, my sympathy goes to anyone afflicted.

growstuff Wed 06-Aug-25 12:34:56

No idea, but anecdotally I've always used pure cotton bed linen and haven't had acne since I was a teenager. I would imagine that not washing pillow covers frequently enough might cause a build-up of bacteria, which might cause skin infections.

mum2three Wed 06-Aug-25 12:20:32

Can't say but silk is supposed to prevent wrinkles. I can't vouch for it though, as my face is beyond saving.

dotpocka Wed 06-Aug-25 12:14:50

micro 'fabric' is horrible it is plastics

cotton has never caused a problem/soaps,softers and bleach
can i have to double rinse my laundry

SleekBuild Wed 06-Aug-25 12:05:18

Some people say that Bed sheets or Pillow covers and mostly cotton covers can be cause of acne what do you think ?