Here's a quick breakdown on the benefits of sleeping with pillows:
1. Dulls back, neck and shoulder pain and improves alignment of your spine.
2. Encourages better posture
3. Improves health and tackles issues like migraines, snoring and improves blood circulation
On the flip side, here’s why you shouldn’t skip out on pillows
1. Increased neck and back pains
2. Increases likelihood of poor posture
3. Obstructed breathing due to lack of support and increases snoring
Pillow considerations
The most significant aspects you should be considering when picking a pillow for yourself includes the material and filling as your base consideration followed by other aspects such as pillow loft, pillow density and pillow support.
Pillow Loft refers to the pillow’s height
Pillow Density determines the firmness of a pillow and how much your head will sink into it while resting. This should be considered alongside the pillow loft.
Pillow support refers to the ability of the pillow to aid you with keeping your spine aligned and preventing aches, pains and pressure.
Popular types of pillows
Feather Pillow
Down or feather pillows are primarily made with duck or goose feathers. They are more so used for decorative purposes as they are not as soft and there is the chance of the feather quills being a source of discomfort if they break the surface of the pillow shell. This also means that their density, loft and support provided are low which may not make for the most ideal pillow for sleep.
Latex Pillow
Latex pillows are often compared with memory foam pillows, despite this they have significant differences in their manufacturing and comfort experience. More specifically, the material of natural latex derives from rubber trees and it provides latex pillows with the ‘bounce-back’ feel on pillows which translates into relatively good support qualities.
Other qualities of latex pillows include their antifungal and hypoallergenic properties which makes them suitable for those who have sensitive skin. Moreover, you need not worry about feeling too stuffy on hot nights while using a latex pillow as they are naturally temperature regulating thus allowing you to keep cool in warm temperatures. In summary, latex pillows rank medium to high in the aspects of pillow loft, density and support.
Silk Pillow
Alongside silk bed linen, silk pillows have been immensely popular as luxury beddings in the minds of consumers. Needless to say, silk pillows offer some specific benefits that make them stand out from the rest such as the ability to be gentle enough on your skin and hair to preserve its health and condition. Silk pillows have also become increasingly popular and not just seen as beddings but a beauty tool as well to maintain the health of skin and hair. Despite its benefits in these aspects, they have medium to low rankings on the pillow loft, density and support scale which depending on what you need, may or may not be a good thing. Thus is it crucial to understand your sleep style and needs before deciding to purchase a pricier pillow such as a silk pillow in Singapore.
Microfiber Pillow
Microfiber pillows are usually compared to Polyester pillows as similar. This is a common misconception as microfiber pillows are thinner, more breathable, and lightweight than polyester pillows. Furthermore they are easier to maintain in terms of ease of cleaning but are unfortunately less durable due to their finer fibers. This should not be a big cause of concern as microfiber pillows are typically not costly. In summary, microfiber pillows rank medium on the aspects of pillow loft, density, and support.
Weavve’s Pillows
Silk Pillow
Our silk pillows are unbelievably soft and naturally hypoallergenic. Made with long stranded silk floss that gives you the feeling of resting your head on a cloud, you’ll be falling asleep with ease in no time. Moreover, our silk pillows are suitable for all weather conditions including Singapore’s warm climate so you need not worry about having to find that cool side of your pillow every time.
Even Loft Pillow
Weavve’s Even Loft pillows are ideal for providing you with the right amount of support when you sleep. Made with a 100% cotton outer shell and filled with 100% Microfiber, our Even Loft pillows are hypoallergenic, dust mite resistant and easy to care for. It also features unique quilted pockets which tailors to your comfort needs in any sleep position.
Sofzsleep Latex Pillow Range
Our Sofzsleep pillows are all Oeko-Tex certified which ensures that they are free of harmful chemicals and toxin free, making it safe for babies and great for sensitive skin. They are also great at keeping its shape through the years of use so that you do not end up with frumpy pillows that need to be replaced often. Moreover, Weavve’s Sofzsleep Latex pillows are breathable with excellent ventilation properties to keep you sleeping comfy through the night.
Sofzsleep Design Latex Pillow
Our Sofzsleep Design Latex Pillow can be an ergonomic pillow to provide support for relieving neck pain. It manages to do so by featuring multiple upstanding knobs that help to relax tense neck and shoulder muscles. Furthermore, it is also a versatile pillow as it is dual-sided designed where one side is firmer and the other is softer. This can cater to your preference for either a softer or firmer pillow depending on which side of the pillow you sleep on.
Sofzsleep Arc Pillow
Our Sofzsleep Arc pillow is the ultimate choice if orthopedic support is what you’re looking for. It is ideal for side sleepers where it’s unique N-shape arc caters to relatively high levels of movement during your sleep, thus also having the benefit of improving your blood circulation. Specifically, it can prevent shoulder aches and boost head and neck injury recovery.
Sofzsleep Classic Latex Pillow
Our Sofzsleep Classic Latex Pillow is best suited for those who are stomach and or back sleepers and do not have a heavy preference on their pillows leaning towards a primary firmer or softer side.
Sofzsleep Contour Latex Pillow
Our Sofzsleep Contour Latex pillow features dual lobes that provide ergonomic support for the head and neck and will aid in improving your overall posture. Additionally, it’s wave design structure will allow you to adjust your sleep position freely and reduce the pressure on your neck, shoulders and spine.
Weavve’s Pillowcases
For a more specific and in depth guide for when you buy pillows online, check out our Ultimate pillow guide blog for more information.
Bolsters
Although sometimes skipped out on in beddings, sleeping with bolsters can elevate your comfort levels significantly and should be paired along with your essential pillows. Some benefits of sleeping with a bolster pillow includes; relieving discomfort from stomach pains, encouraging better posture and relieving pressure in areas you choose to support with it.
Sofzlseep Latex Bolster
Ultra soft with just the right amount of rigidity to provide support, our Sofzsleep Latex bolster has a naturally antibacterial and antifungal bamboo cover to ensure the utmost comfort and safety especially for those who have sensitive skin. Our bolster pillows are designed to stay durable and maintain their shape and are also Oeko-Tex certified, making them free of toxins and harmful chemicals.
