If your hair leans toward natural curled or coiled textures, then you're probably familiar with using a hair bonnet. But for those of you who don't know, hair bonnets are an essential hair care product for extending the life of hairstyles, preventing frizz, and retaining moisture while you sleep.
According to celebrity hairstylist Cheryl Bergamy, bonnets serve as silk hair protectors that "help reduce friction caused by laying on a cotton pillow which causes split ends, knotting, frizz, tangles and hair damage." Similar to increasingly popular silk pillowcases, Bergamy says silk bonnets also "help keep moisture in the hair while cotton pillows or scarves absorb natural oils, leaving hair dry and brittle.”
Bonnets are great for "free-flowing styles," like ringlets, curls, beach waves, twist out, soft curls, and more. Another perk? They prevent your curls from getting flat since they give your hair the freedom to move while you sleep.
The Best Hair Bonnets
What to Consider
Just about every hair type can benefit from using a bonnet overnight (think: less breakage, no hair oil all over your sheets, curls defined and volumized, etc.), but not all bonnets are created equal. Finding an option made out of silk or satin is key to protecting your precious strands.
“The biggest difference between the two is that silk is a natural flat fiber and satin is a weave,” says Bergamy. “Satin can be created by a mix of silk and/or other materials. Silk has a more shimmery look, and satin has a glossy surface with a dull back.”
Another thing to keep in mind: comfort. From drawstrings to elastic bands and adjustable ribbons, how a bonnet secures to your head will make or break your experience using one. Some issues you can run into include tension headaches, your bonnet slipping off while your asleep, unruly baby hairs and edges from not being laid properly, and overall discomfort. Well, those used to be issues, because each and every pick on this list is ultra-comfy and hit that sweet spot between too tight and too loose, plus many of them have ultra-wide bands so you can lay your edges with ease.
And of course, we also kept style in mind — because we know that even when you're sleeping, style matters. Each of these bonnets comes in a bunch of fun patterns, playful colors, and there are a few minimalist options for those of you who like to keep things simple. Check out our favorite silk and satin hair bonnets below.
1
Best Overall
Grace Eleyae All Silk Turban
Made out of 100% washable-silk, this bonnet gets the top spot on our list for its luxury look and feel. It's a bit pricier, but it's worth every penny for its silky-smooth feel and hidden adjustable drawstrings that make wearing this bonnet a total breeze.
It's so chic that you could even wear it with your daywear without anyone ever knowing it's a bonnet!
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2
Best Budget
Evolve Satin Wide Edge Bonnet
Better hair for less than $5? Yes, please! This satin hair bonnet is large enough to hold all of your hair in place, and it has an ultra-wide headband so you won't have to deal with readjusting tension headaches or unruly edges.
3
Best Satin
Kitsch Satin Hair Bonnet
Sure, silk is nice, but it's also pretty expensive. So if you'd rather stay on budget, a satin bonnet — or rather, this satin bonnet — should be your best choice. We love this satin bonnet for its high-quality feel, breathable fabric, and stretchy headband that gives you the perfect fit.
4
Adjustable Fit
Glow By Daye Extra Large Satin Sleep Bonnet
This extra-large bonnet is great if you need a little more room for your hair to breathe. But what we really love about this bonnet is its adjustable fit, which allows you to customize the fit of the headband that keeps it in place, so you don't have to deal with constant readjusting.
5
Best Silk
SILKE London Hair Wrap The Mila
This bonnet from SILKE London is perfect for those of you who would rather indulge in smooth silk. This bonnet is made out of 100% pure silk and has an elastic headband that fits on just about any head size.
One thing to take note of: These bonnets are a bit smaller than most, so shorter hair types may benefit from this one the most.
6
Jumbo-Sized
Red By Kiss Premium Quality Glitter Bonnet
Got a lot of hair? Enter: this jumbo-sized bonnet. Not only does it come in a fabulous pink hue, but it's large, and in charge, so you can slip all of your strands into it with ease. Plus, the wide satin-lined headband will sit snugly on your crown to hold your bonnet and your edges in place.
7
Best Luxury
Slip Pure Silk Turban
We all love luxury, so why not treat yourself to a luxe silk bonnet? It's double-lined with the finest mulberry silk to protect your hair from friction overnight, and its elastic band keeps your hair perfectly in place. We also love its adorable twisted front detail!
8
Stylish Reversible Print
Felicia Hair Bonnets Women's Double Sided African Print Bonnet
Feeling like switching things up with the style of your bonnets? Then slip one of these reversible styles on your head. Each of these bonnets from Felicia Hair Bonnets are double-lined with satin, and they're reversible to show off two different Ankara prints. It's basically like getting two bonnets for the price of one, and who doesn't love a bargain?
9
Best for Long Hair
Awefeel Double-Layer Satin Sleep Cap
If you have long hair or are trying out a longer protective hairstyle, then you're going to need a larger bonnet. For these special cases, we recommend grabbing this bonnet. It's a whopping 27 inches long to keep your hair in place without having to fold your hair or throw it in a bun.
10
Best Size Range
Royal Sensation Professional Hair Bonnet
This option is also reversible, but what we truly love about these bonnets is their amazing size range. Each bonnet comes in five different sizes to choose from, ranging from newborn to an adult 5X, so you can find your perfect fit with ease. You can also choose between a classic elastic headband, adjustable elastic cords, or adjustable ribbon ties for a truly customized experience.
Jennifer Hussein
Beauty Editor
Jennifer is the Beauty Editor for BestProducts.com, where she’s testing out everything from the latest lip gloss to the craziest skincare trend sweeping the online beauty-verse.
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