How to choose a pillow for sleeping?

Sleep is a gift to man, because during sleep we calm down, relax, forget all our problems and hardships, and in the morning we wake up with a fresh look at the situation. There were even cases when in a dream a person found a way out of a difficult situation or an answer to a question that tormented him. One of the components of good sleep is the right pillow. And the natural question arises: which pillow is better for sleeping? The modern market is full of all kinds of options that differ in shape, size, filler. To understand all this diversity and understand how to choose the right pillow for sleep, our tips from this article will help you.

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What should be the perfect pillow?

Before weaving around in a heap of various products that should help us and give a comfortable sleep, let's decide what qualities a lucky person who can be called ideal should have:

• First of all, it should be comfortable, then the dream will be comfortable.
• She must keep her shape for a long time, because we do not plan to buy a pillow twice a month.
• It should not smell unpleasant, as well as absorb various odors too much.
• A good pillow is hypoallergenic.
• It should be easy to care so that you can not strain every time you need to wash it. And of course, after washing, it should retain all of its original qualities.
• The essential qualities of an ideal pillow are breathability, the ability to retain heat and absorb moisture.
• It would also be good if all microorganisms, fungi, ticks and other evil spirits would not start there.

In many ways, all these qualities depend on the filler. Since we figured out what constitutes an ideal, then let's turn to the options that the modern market offers us.

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Choose a pillow

How to choose a pillow for sleeping, what should I look for when buying?

Dimensions

In size, they are all more or less standard:

• The square pillow has a size of 70 by 70 cm.
• The size of the rectangular is usually 50 to 70.
• There are also 50 to 50 cm baby pillows.

Rigidity

It all depends on your preferences and on the advice of a doctor:

• If you have problems with the spine, then you should buy a product with maximum rigidity.
• If you prefer to sleep on your stomach and soft, then you better choose a pillow with the least rigidity.

Height

If you wake up in the morning with your hands under your head, then your pillow is not high enough for you. Everything is individual here.

The average height is 10-14 cm, all other variations are a matter of your taste.

Important! There are adjustable models on sale, they can be adjusted in height by removing the filler layer. This is especially true for intensively growing children.

The form

The standard product is usually square or rectangular. But recently, it has become fashionable to produce orthopedic products that provide support for the head and neck. They have various forms, the most popular of them are as follows:

• Crescent pillow, the ends of which fix the neck on the sides.
• A rectangular pillow with a recess in the center.

Important! Before you finally make your choice, make a fitting in the store - lie down on the selected product and lie down for a few minutes.

Cushion Covers

Of great importance is the case of the product.It should be made of high-quality natural fabric so that the head does not sweat. To choose the right cover, follow these guidelines:

• Pay attention to the seams at the cover - they must be durable, made of the same small stitches.
• It is better to choose a cover with a zipper - this will allow you to adjust the height of the product. In addition, the filler can be easily reached if it is necessary to wash or dry it.

Important! The most popular cover material is cotton, terry cloth and microfiber. Combined covers can also be found, which consist of two types of fabrics.

Filler

Many qualities of the pillow itself depend on the choice of its filler. It is synthetic and natural. Natural materials include animal and vegetable origin. How to choose a pillow for sleep, based on its filler? To make the right choice, let's look at the main types of filler.

Feather and feather pillows

The classic version, regularly serving us for more than one generation. Goose, duck and swan down items are especially popular. They are good absorbers of moisture, such products perfectly pass air and retain heat.

But:

• For allergy sufferers, this is not the most suitable option, since often such a filler causes allergic reactions.
• They need to be constantly dried and disinfected, since dust mites and other unpleasant neighbors like to settle in them.
• Over time, such a pillow loses its shape and elasticity, as the feather is destroyed.

Sheep or camel wool pillows

Like all natural fillers, they absorb moisture well, conduct heat and allow air to pass through. But again, they often cause allergies.

Important! Wool of not very high quality quickly rolls into lumps.

Horsehair

Such a pillow will keep its shape well and let air through. But for lovers of soft sleep, this is not the best choice, since such a product will be quite tough, in addition, it can cause you allergies.

Silk

These products do not have extraneous odors, do not fall off and do not cause allergies, unlike their “brothers” with fillers of animal origin. But they have a fairly high cost.

Buckwheat or rice husk, herbs

Such pillows are very popular, especially products with buckwheat filling. They pass air well, have a massage effect, but at the same time they are too harsh, they produce rustling, which not everyone likes. Their service life is short, unlike their price. In addition, they are difficult to care for.

Bamboo

If you want your pillow to be natural, let in air, absorb moisture well, serve for a long time and not cause allergies, then choose products with bamboo filler.

Important! Such pillows are not suitable for wet climates, as they quickly absorb moisture and dry out poorly.

Latex

This is a natural soft and springy material that has established itself well, as it has orthopedic properties. In addition, it has a very impressive service life - if you properly care for such a pillow, it will last you more than 20 years.

Linen

These products are suitable for people prone to sweating, as they absorb moisture very well, do not cause irritation and absorb radiation.

This is probably why it has a high price and a short service life of about 5 years. But they positively affect the health of its owner and strengthen its immunity.

Eucalyptus

This is an environmentally friendly material that positively affects a person’s sleep, is not capricious in leaving, passes air well and absorbs moisture. To the touch, such a pillow will be very pleasant, and to sleep on it is just a pleasure.

Synthetic fillers

Synthetic fillers are notable for their low price, ease of care, durability, and hypoallergenicity. In addition, they do not start any ticks, microorganisms, fungi and other troubles.

The most popular of them are as follows:

• The synthetic winterizer - does not smell, does not absorb smells, easily transfers washing in the washing machine. But at the same time it quickly rolls down and loses its shape, volume.
• Komfortel - is a very small balls coated with silicone. It retains its shape for a long time, it is warm and passes air.
• Hollofiber - is considered the best substitute for fluff and feather, safe, well breathable and absorbs moisture. It is easy to maintain and has a long service life - with proper care, it serves more than 10 years without loss of quality.
• Silicone - gives the product super softness, volume and splendor. It is a breathable, hypoallergenic filler that is easy to clean. But at the same time it is electrified, which, you see, is not very pleasant.

Which pillow is best to sleep on is for you to decide. Someone likes inexpensive synthetic materials, and someone is an ardent supporter of all natural.

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What else to look for?

In addition to all these characteristics, a major role is played by visual inspection. The product must be felt, crushed, it must lie on it. Pay attention to the following points:

• The filler should be distributed evenly, there should be no dents, lumps or bumps.
• Pat the product - there should not be the slightest dust. There should also be no odors at the pillow.
• Before you buy a product, read its certificate confirming the quality of the product.
• Choose your pillow according to the size of your bed and bedroom.
• If you prefer a soft mattress, it is better to choose a pillow harder.

Important! If you have spinal injuries, it is best to consult your doctor first.

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In this article, we examined all the nuances, focusing on which you can choose the best pillow for sleeping and not feel discomfort while relaxing. We hope that this is the result of the purchase you received!