HEST Standard Pillow - Temperature Resilient, Memory Foam, Packable Travel Pillow, 20" L x 26" W

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Finding the best pillows for a good night’s sleep should be a pretty easy task. After all, there’s not that much science to finding a good pillow, right? However by thinking about the factors that make up the best pillows, such as materials, responsiveness, firmness and loft, and considering how you actually sleep, you're much better placed to choose a pillow that'll work well for you and deliver a much more comfortable night. Microfibre– the 'luxury' version of hollowfibre, a microfibre fill is made of much finer strands of polyester resulting in a very lightweight pillow with a, yes, more luxurious feel. Some compare microfibre to the feel of down, but it has the upside of not running the risk of animal cruelty. However, again, being made of synthetics, the environmental impact of production and disposal is a concern. Like hollowfibre, microfibre can also cause overheating. Cons: Although The Fine Bedding Co have a wide range of pillows, these specific Breathe pillows only come in soft/medium support level. Well, as you may have come to realise if you’re tossing and turning at night squishing your current pillow into all kinds of shapes to try and get comfy, when it comes to pillows, one size does not fit all.

While you’ll still need to wash your sleep pillow regularly and replace it every two years, a protector will do the majority of the heavy lifting for you when keeping your pillow clean. You should wash the protector monthly, or more often if you experience night sweats, dandruff or skin irritations. Pros: Technogel® is the only polyurethane gel made without plasticiser oils that’s currently on the market — so it’s virtually odourless, and completely non-toxic. To help you get to grips with the basics, we've broken down the pros and cons of most common pillow fillings below. A pillow protector keeps your pillow clean for longer, safeguarding it from dust mites, spills, stains and germs in the same way a good mattress protector looks after your mattress. While spills and stains are unsightly and a breeding ground for bacteria, dust mites are the other big problem with unprotected pillows - especially those that aren’t cleaned regularly. Pillows aren’t usually accepted in curbside recycling bins, so you’ll need to visit a textile recycling center. When recycled, pillows are broken down into their separate components, with the material shredded or ground up for reuse in another item.

Then there are the more traditional, natural fillings to consider. These range from all types of feathers and down to wool filling. With regular nightly use, your dead skin cells, hair, sweat and more build up on your pillow. This moist environment provides plenty of food and nourishment for dust mites, and these microscopic bugs and their droppings can trigger allergies and make asthma worse.

Cons: If you’re a side sleeper who still likes quite a bit of softness, this pillow might feel a little too firm. And let’s face it — it’s also crazy expensive! If you've been sleeping on your current pillow for more than a couple of years it's probably time for a new one, and our section on how to choose the best pillow can help you work out what you should be looking for. Beyond thinking about your sleeping style you should also take the firmness of your mattress into consideration; you'll want to balance out a firmer bed with a softer pillow, and vice versa.Support level: Adjustable support and shape pillow - taller for side sleepers, shorter for stomach sleepers etc. Pros: It’s got a breathable cotton case, and is also machine washable and suitable for the tumble dryer.

Although there are affordable pillows to be found, investing in the best pillows on the market doesn't usually come cheap. But, if you're after a better night's sleep, then we think it really is one area of your sleep set-up where it pays to spend a little more. After the best budget pillows? You can't go wrong with these Dorma full-forever pillows that don't go flat thanks to their luxurious spiral fibre polyester filling. For added luxury, the cover is made from 100% cotton with a 223 thread count — so it’s super soft to the touch — and the piped edges have been double stitched to ensure maximum durability. Basically, they’re so plump and bouncy that if they brought out a collagen skincare range, we’d be the first in line to shop. Seriously! Although it’s undeniably expensive, it’s worth noting that the unique gel formula has been designed to withstand years of daily use. But perhaps its biggest selling point is the patent-pending air-tunnel design that makes this pillow rival even the very best breathable ones on the market. It comes with a soft and snuggly cover that’s perfect for the winter months, but when the temperature amps up, it’s well worth taking it off so you can reap maximum benefit from the innovative gel cubes. Cons: They're not quilted, so the filling won’t necessarily always be evenly distributed. Basically, be prepared to do some pillow punching and plumping! Spend some time looking for a new pillow and you'll soon realise there are a whole host of pillow fillings available. From hollowfibre to goose down, synthetic to natural, the array of terms and materials can fast become a little overwhelming.Overheating is one of the most common reasons for disrupted sleep or night-time waking. If you regularly flip your pillow over at night looking for the cooler side, it’s likely you need a ‘cooler’ more breathable option.

First up, it's synthetic fillings. These pillows are filled with manmade fibres, like polyester and polymide that are made from petroleum-based plastics. Wool pillows are resistant to dust mites and bacteria, and naturally hypoallergenic. They’re temperature-regulating — so will keep you cool in the summer months — and are also completely biodegradable. The position you sleep in will largely determine the type of pillow you need to keep your spine aligned nicely straight. With down lauded as the ultimate luxury, many top rated hotels will use down, or a feather-filled blend in their pillows. Down pillows are often also the best all-rounders when it comes to catering to a wide array of sleep positions. So while memory foam options are really good for the individual buyer, they aren't quite as versatile for multiple users.Confusingly many manufacturers 'invent' their own terminology to dress things up to sound a bit more fancy, but the basic synthetic options are hollowfibre, microfibre, and memory foam. Depending on the recycling center you visit, the fibers inside pillows can be recycled into clothing, rugs and carpets, cleaning cloths, and other household items. You can take your pillows to a textile recycling facility as long as they aren’t stained with sweat, oil, blood or grease.