satin bonnet
Silky hair protector
A satin bonnet is a head covering made of smooth satin fabric, worn primarily by Black women to protect hair—especially natural, braided, or styled hair—while sleeping.
The slippery material reduces friction that causes breakage and helps retain moisture.
Satin bonnets have become symbols of Black hair care culture: She never travels without her satin bonnet.
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- silk scarfSmooth woven neck accessory
- sleepRecurring unconscious repose
- beauty sleepSlumber for appearance
- hairFibrous scalp covering
natural hair · cap · nightcap · smooth · shiny · protective · protective style · headwrap · curls · pillowcase · bedtime · frizz · moisture · hair care · wash day · elastic · durag · braids
- Hair Carehair dryer, hair brush, hairbrush, shampoo, hair clips
- bonnetssunbonnet, calash
- head wrapsheadscarf, headwrap, head scarf, turban, hijab
- natural hairafro, locs, twists, braids, coils