I had the pleasure of chatting with Anya, founder of The Silk Collection about the benefits of using silk in our everyday life, and how the simple swap can make the biggest impact.  

Starting in 2020, Anya decided to step away from the hectic lifestyle of accountancy, to explore Silk and the benefits it brings, especially considering the wellness/sleep aspect. Although Anya had been using silk in her personal life for years, she realised there was no ‘go-to’ silk company. 

Initially the company began in the form of care packages through lockdown and mostly catered for special occasions. Through exploration, the company expanded to selling Indvidual eye masks, pillowcase and hair scrunchies, just to mention a few.  

When it came to TAG Aviation’s annual Christmas gifts, we came across The Silk Collection, silk eye masks and pillowcases which perfectly aligned with the extra touch of luxury we choose to provide in every corner of what we do so to provide the TAG Touch.  

Through the conversation, we understood how the benefits of silk are unknown, and how this slight adaptation can enhance an entire journey on board your desired private jet. 

Historically overlooked, sleep is one of the main components making up our overall well-being.  

Silk eye masks and pillowcases are the perfect companion for everyday life for sleeping, not to mention whilst on board your flight. We all know how tricky it can be to get a good night's sleep undisturbed when travelling to your desired destination or when staying in unfamiliar accommodation. 

Using a silk eye mask or pillowcase can be a game-changer for the quality of your sleep, but why silk?  

Using a luxury eye mask is not only useful for blocking out the light, but it also offers a luxurious touch against your skin, providing a soft and gentle sensation that promotes relaxation. By blocking out unwanted light and creating a soothing environment, our silk eye mask helps you to get a better-quality sleep when you travel so that you can wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, ready to embark on your travel adventures.  

At The Silk Collection, pure silk eye masks are made from the highest grade 100% mulberry silk with a luxury thickness of 22 momme (30% higher than the standard 19 momme silk sold in many retail stores). On top of that, the silk eye masks are lightly padded with a 100% silk filling, which makes it even more comfortable for flying wear.   

Silk fabric is naturally thermo-regulating, which means that it is very effective at regulating body temperature and controlling moisture effectively. T Silk fibres are 100% natural, light and breathable to provide a cool and dry night’s sleep, giving you a better sleep experience, especially when on board an aircraft. The luxurious feeling of silk against your skin and hair is soft and soothing, providing the ultimate luxury sleeping experience as you drift to sleep. 

The silk eye mask offers a luxurious and comfortable option for sleep, and many beauty benefits. 

The beauty benefits begin with skincare. As silk is less absorbent than cotton, it absorbs less moisture from your skin overnight, keeping your skin hydrated while you sleep. This will also help to keep any facial creams you may use staying where they belong - on your face! Not only this, endorsed by dermatologists, mulberry silk is a natural fabric, hypoallergenic and non-abrasive against your skin, making silk products suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.  

The super soft texture of silk prevents creases appearing on your skin in the morning. As silk reduces friction against your skin, a silk pillowcase also prevents tugging on your skin during the night, which can help reduce signs of wrinkles over time. 

Silk pillowcases are easy to pack into your suitcase or hand-luggage as they take up minimal space, however it offers a range of benefits every night as you sleep, making them the perfect travel companion.