Satin cap is not satin ??

[babybemine]

It's actually 100% polyester! I got one from Rite Aid today and it says 100% polyester on the label.
Is it just me or it this normal ?

Thanks ladies!

ciao

 

[Supergirl]

That's normal. Most of them are really not made of satin, though that's what we call them. I think there's one kind that has a true satin lining.

 

[babybemine]

Thanks for clearing that up Supergirl. I could have saved my $2.59 if I had known earlier.

 

[Dolapo]

I noticed that so i had to get a REAL satin pillowcase

 

[BLESSED1]

Don't let me find out mine's fake Something told me to just go to the fabric store and just purchase a yard of satin and cut it into a couple of headwraps

 

[PhonyBaloney500]

OK I did NOT know that lol. Is the polyester cap bad for your hair?? I would imagine!!

 

[candibaby]

i thought satin was made from polyester??

 

[Peachtree]

Don't let me find out mine's fake Something told me to just go to the fabric store and just purchase a yard of satin and cut it into a couple of headwraps

That's what I do! I also sew some elastic banding around it & create my very own "true" satin cap

...I also have my store bought polyester caps just in case

 

[Isis]

I found this info about different types of satin, focusing on sheets.

All the following materials can be used to make high quality, smooth satin sheets. Different companies make all sorts of claims about which is best. Read the characteristics below to decide for yourself.

Acetate: Made from wood fibers, so those with skin allergies may have less problems. Closest to silk, including silk's weaknesses. Woven acetate should only be dry-cleaned, no matter what the store says. It falls apart after about 10 or 15 washings. Dry cleaning sheets is just too expensive - I can't recommend acetate sheets to anyone. Note: Some knit versions can be machine washed - but you DON'T want knit satin!

Nylon: Petroleum based, but stands up well to vegetable oil. Very strong fabric, machine-washable. Typically thickest of the fabrics. Very susceptible to breakdown in sunlight, can have pilling problems after washing. Be careful, some companies say their sheets are nylon, and they are really acetate.

Polyester: The first fabric really used for satin sheets, and the best in my opinion. Petroleum based, it is strong and machine washable. If you wear a slip under your dress, it is likely made of woven polyester. This is my personal favorite because is so easy to care for (although hand-washing does make it last longer).

Silk: A natural fiber, known for eons for its exceptionally fine thread and ability to be used to create satiny fabrics. It is not as shiny as the man-made materials, so it usually has a duller finish. Silk sheets typically require hand-washing or dry-cleaning and can tear easily. They also cannot stand too much sunlight. Silk is also extremely expensive.

 

[Allandra]

That's normal. Most of them are really not made of satin, though that's what we call them.

Exactly. The only one I have that's actually satin is the one that someone made for me by satin material from a fabric store.

 

[Quinny]

Satin is the how the material and then it can be from acetate, polyester etc. It's very easy to make your own. I make mine double sided and then insert elastic at the end. They come out very nice and sturdy this way. I find the ones in the store to be too small so my hair sticks out.
I also noticed that www.tenderheaded.com had some for sale. I didn't take a close look but she also had some silk ones.

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