You spend ten hours a day on your pillow, which is why it is so important that you make sure you are sleeping on non-toxic pillows. Many pillows are made from synthetic ingredients that release harmful chemicals into the air. Memory foam pillows are especially problematic. Have you ever opened the package of a memory foam pillow and been taken aback by the noxious smell? That smell is due to off gassing of toxic chemicals, which occurs even after the smell goes away. To avoid being exposed to harmful chemicals from synthetic pillows, you can replace your pillow with one of the following non-toxic pillows.
Assuming you are not allergic to latex, latex pillows are great non-toxic pillows to sleep on. They are very similar to memory foam, which makes them perfect for those of you who like to sleep on memory foam pillows. If you do decide to purchase a latex pillow, be sure it is 100 percent latex. Some companies mix latex with synthetic foam, which isn’t what you want when you are trying to avoid toxins.
Buckwheat pillows have been around for many years. In fact, I can remember seeing an infomercial for buckwheat pillows when I was very young. As the name suggests, buckwheat pillows are filled with buckwheat. They provide firm support and are great at controlling temperature. Buckwheat pillows can be hard to get used to because there is a slight rustling sound when you move, but if you are a heavy sleeper, that shouldn't bother you.
Kapok pillows are made from kapok, which is a natural fiber derived from the Ceiba Pentandra tree that grows in the rainforest. It is silk-like, and provides soft and fluffy support. These pillows are very durable, so they are perfect if you are looking for a pillow that is going to last you for a while.
Cotton filled pillows are great, but to make sure your cotton pillow is non-toxic, you will want to buy an organic cotton pillow. Organic cotton pillows are free of perfume, dyes, pesticides, and formaldehyde. If you like soft pillows, cotton pillows are just what you need because you can squish them however you want.
Because some people are allergic to wool, wool pillows are not for everyone. However, for those who are not allergic to wool, wool pillows are a wonderful non-toxic option. They regulate the temperature very well, and you can get them in varying degrees of firmness.
The idea of shredded rubber pillows may sound weird, but they are actually a great alternative to down pillows. They are very comfortable and have the loft of a down pillow. However, unlike down, you don’t have to worry about them getting dust mites.
Millet pillows are like buckwheat pillows, except they are filled with millet. They are not as firm as buckwheat pillows and they are fluffier. They provide wonderful support and they are considered hypoallergenic, which makes them great for people with allergies.
There are so many different pillows you can choose from on the market. If you are shopping for a new pillow, consider getting one of these non-toxic pillows. They are all comfortable and you don’t have to worry about harmful chemical off-gassing. What kind of pillow do you sleep on?
Sources: pillowcompany.com, purerest.com