They give the neck and head an even amount of support. The foam recovers less where it isn't needed and more where it is. This alleviates pressure points by providing uniform pressure across the entire head and neck. Memory foam was created in for NASA to improve sleeping conditions aboard space shuttles. Memory foam is non-toxic and safe to use. Memory foam pillows are naturally hypoallergenic, preventing germs, mould, fungus, and dust mites from growing. For people who are allergic to dust mites, feathers, or other natural pillow materials, this is a benefit.
Memory Foam Pillows keep their shape and do not flatten out. Memory foam moulds to the shape of the neck and head, but then returns to its original shape as it cools. Over time, feather and fibre filled or batted pillows develop lumps, flatten, or simply wear out. Memory foam consistently returns to its original shape. By design, they outlive other high-quality pillows. Memory foam is noted for its ability to conform to and support the contour of your head. A good memory foam pillow will have a higher density than a regular pillow — making it a more durable one.
Pillows made of cheap materials can possibly only last for a minimum of six months, while you can have a memory foam pillow for up to three years. One last thing: consider a plush memory foam pillow.
Not as firm as a rock, yet still supportive. For example, an ergonomic memory foam pillow will have a shoulder rest cut out for you. This gives space for the pillow to support your head and neck without putting pressure on the shoulders. All factors in, make sure you maintain a healthy sleeping position as much as possible.
Sleep on your back or side to avoid any strains on your neck. Bed Base. Bedside Table. Cot Mattress. Key specifications Support: Adjustable Height: 22cm thick Filling: Memory foam nanocubes and a microfibre layer Weight: 0. Front or back sleepers looking for both firmness and slimness should try this medium thickness pillow. Its Tencel cover kept all our testers cool at night, despite memory foam's famously dodgy breathability.
It didn't smell chemically and there was no dip left in the foam by the end of the trial. It felt comfortable and supportive to sleep on but its slender shape made our pillowcase look baggy. It's pricey, too, but it comes with a two-year guarantee. Side sleepers who tend to stay put at night and not move onto their fronts or backs will like this thick pillow.
It offered us excellent support, moulding quickly and effectively to our heads and necks, and it felt cosy and luxurious to drift off on. It didn't smell and there was no dipping in the foam after use, but the cover noticeably shrank in the washing machine. It lost marks for a lack of breathability but is otherwise hard to fault if you're its target audience. The cover is formed from organic bamboo, which is taken from non-fertilised forests and is biodegradable. Bamboo is also naturally hypoallergenic and breathable, which makes this pillow a good choice for those with allergies.
We found it cosy and supportive to sleep on but opinions differed on its comfort. Its year guarantee is unbeatable, too. Memory foam and temperature regulation don't go together as a rule, but this hypoallergenic pillow is a refreshing exception, literally. It makes use of bamboo's breathable, moisture-wicking properties to keep you cool in summer and comfortably cosy in winter. It's infused with naturally antibacterial charcoal too. It felt comfortable to sink into and we enjoyed a restorative night's sleep, but it was too thin to give adequate support to side sleepers.
The angled corners irritated us at times and some testers found it too firm. It's easy to adjust this memory foam pillow to your desired height, meaning front sleepers can get in on the act too. The Malouf Z Zoned ActiveDough Pillow is thinner than the other solid-foam pillows we tried, but one of our smaller-framed testers a side- and back-sleeper who prefers memory foam to other fills gave it the highest ratings. If you like foam pillows but prefer something with less height, the Leesa Pillow is another option to consider.
If you like the squishy feel of down alternative but need firmer, loftier support, you might like the shredded-latex and down-alternative Saatva Pillow. As a side-sleeper who likes a tall, firm pillow, I chose the Saatva as my overall favorite in testing, as it was softly supportive and cloudlike. It has an organic-cotton cover and is made with shredded latex foam instead of memory foam. It smelled a bit when it arrived, but that odor faded after a few days.
The classic Pillow Cube and the Pillow Cube Pro are advertised for side-sleepers only due to their height and shape. The classic version comes in two thicknesses, 5 inches and 6 inches, whereas the Pro version is also available in a 4-inch height.
The company explains in a video how to pick the right pillow height; both of our testers fell between sizes and ordered down. We think the addition of half-sizes in the future would help buyers get a more accurate fit and prevent pain. One of the experts we interviewed for our upcoming standalone Pillow Cube review, Dr. Akhil Chhatre , director of spine rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins , thought adding a 3-inch size and a 7-inch size would allow this line to fit a wider range of people.
The pillow is very flat and very heavy. The Live and Sleep Resort Classic Memory Foam Pillow costs about the same as the Weekender pillow, but our testers gave it lower marks because it was notably stiff.
One tester got a headache with it during the night, and another woke up with a crick in her neck. The materials also felt much lower quality. Rebecca Robbins, sleep consultant at The Benjamin , phone interview, May 7, Sean Bergman, chief marketing officer at PureCare , phone interview, October 27, Terry Cralle, RN, sleep industry consultant , phone interview, October 27, Shannon Maher, assistant professor of home products development at the Fashion Institute of Technology, phone interview, October 26, Jackie Reeve is a senior staff writer covering bedding, organization, and home goods at Wirecutter since Her quilt patterns and her other written work have appeared in various publications.
Our pick. Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow Best memory-foam pillow Our testers love shredded foam more than any other type, and this pillow is a longtime favorite. Budget pick. Weekender Gel Memory Foam Pillow An inexpensive, supportive foam rectangle The most affordable memory-foam pillow we tried is also our favorite one-piece foam pillow.
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