Clinicians' Choice
The clinicians who recommend DESPI silk for acne-prone skin
Dermatologists, nurse practitioners and skin specialists increasingly recommend DESPI's mulberry silk as a simple, non-medicated way to give breakout-prone skin a cleaner, lower-friction place to rest each night.
Dr. Hannah Mercer
MD · Dermatology
Austin, TX
"Silk is one of the simplest changes I suggest for acne-prone patients."
Dr. Daniel Okonkwo
MD · Dermatology
Chicago, IL
"A smoother surface means less friction on already-irritated skin."
Sophie Lane, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Denver, CO
"Perfect for teens who won't stick to a full routine."
Dr. Priya Nair
MD · Pediatric Derm
Seattle, WA
"A gentle, non-medicated option for adolescent skin."
Marcus Bell, PA-C
Physician Associate
Atlanta, GA
"It helps preserve the actives my patients apply at night."
Dr. Elena Rossi
MD · Cosmetic Derm
Miami, FL
"Low-risk and easy to recommend alongside any routine."
Why clinicians recommend DESPI silk
DESPI's mulberry silk offers a smoother, less absorbent and more hygienic surface than cotton — reducing the nightly friction, trapped oil and bacteria associated with breakout-prone skin. Because it works passively while the patient sleeps, adherence is effectively complete.
See the friction, absorption and microbial-load testing, plus the published research, in our silk study & certifications.
DESPI is a textile, not a medical device or medication; it does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns.