My verdict
I slept on the Ultimate Minky pillowcase for a few nights and loved how soft and cozy it felt. It slept less warmly than I expected, although some of my other pillowcases felt cooler. The comfort was the standout: I preferred its coziness even to my flannel pillowcase.
My original firsthand review
My original observations and opinions are preserved below. Prices, ordering terms, availability and quoted manufacturer specifications describe the product at the time of the original review.
If you find cotton, linen, tencel or even microfiber pillowcases too rough, you may want to check out the Ultimate Minky.
What is Minky Fabric? Minky Fabric is a soft and silky fabric that feels like real mink. It has a short pile and is as soft as cashmere. Minky fabric is often used in baby blankets, bath robes and baby toys.
Ordering the Ultimate Minky
Recently I was given the Ultimate Minky pillowcase to review which is a pillowcase made of minky fabric. You can order these pillowcases direct from their website here.
Below is a video overview of the Ultimate Minky pillowcase:
Here are the washing instructions according to the website
LAUNDRY INSTRUCTIONS: For maximum softness, turn pillowcase inside out or put in a laundry bag. Wash with your sheets (never with a fabric that has a nap). Do not use liquid fabric softener as it reduces absorbancy. Dry on medium heat. If needed, occasionally add 1/4 C. white vinegar to the rinse cycle to remove soap residue and renew freshness to Minky fibers. Minimized care instructions are also on the reverse side of the designer label.
NOTE:
- We sell to Bed & Breakfasts and they have reported that even the heaviest makeup stains come out in the laundry without prewash applications.
- Customers have reported that harsh acne creams have not affected Minky fabric's color.
- The original manufacturer claimed its colors were safe to wash with whites; check your product's care label and test colorfastness first.
My Ultimate Minky Findings
I was only able to sleep on my Ultimate Minky Pillowcase a few nights before my daughter took it for her bed. It is super soft and feels great. I would have expected it to sleep warmer than it did. Instead it felt cozy and cuddly without feeling too warm to me. That means you can use this pillowcase year round. Of course some of my other pillowcases will sleep a little cooler but none are cozier than this one, it even beats my flannel pillowcase.
The original manufacturer’s medical-benefit list is omitted here. My firsthand comfort findings above are preserved.
As of this writing, a standard/queen size Ultimate Minky pillowcase sold for $27.95 at the time of the original review. I received a gray color minky but there are many other colors and patterns to choose from.
Here's a picture of the travel size version:
I would highly recommend the minky pillow to anyone looking to soften up the feel of their pillow and make life a little cozier. My daughter enjoyed the pillowcase. For infants, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends keeping pillows and other soft objects out of the sleep space: see its safe sleep guidance.
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My original review video
Questions about this review
How long did I use it?
A few nights before it was claimed for another bed in the family. That is the testing period recorded in my original review.
Did it feel hot?
It felt less warm than I expected and very cozy. I also noted that some other pillowcases felt cooler, so my experience should not be read as a promise that it will feel cool to everyone.
Was it a free sample?
Yes. The original review states that the Ultimate Minky pillowcase was given to me to review.
Does the review demonstrate medical benefits?
My firsthand findings describe softness and comfort. The manufacturer’s older medical marketing claims are not results of my pillowcase test.
Review by Ben Trapskin. Yawnder may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.