The Definitive Guide to Latex Pillow
December 10,2021
Latex pillow is made of pure natural latex,which has no harm and side effects on the human body. The latex has the functions of antibacterial and mite removal to provide a healthy and clean sleep environment. Moreover, the shape is designed according to ergonomics, which can effectively improve the sleep quality and effect. With such excellent nature, many people want a latex pillow.
How to distinguish latex pillows?
Although latex pillows has many benefits. However, there are some fake latex pillows on the market today. Here are some methods to tell the difference between genuine and fake ones.
Look the appearance
Latex is the tears flowing from rubber trees. Latex tears record the growth rings of rubber. The latex pillow made of rubber tears after folded at both ends and held in a circle, you will clearly see (the purer the latex is, the clearer) the tree rings. The more obvious the rings, the purer the latex. This is also the unique identification method of natural latex pillow. The another way is to look at the smoothness of the surface of the latex pillow. The more artificial plastic glue is added, the smoother the pillow is. The surface of products made of pure latex will not be too smooth, and the surface will be like wrinkles. It feels comfortable to touch with your hand, like skin. The production process of pure latex pillow is to pour the latex into the latex mold and bake the latex pillow after high-temperature foaming.
Smell
The real latex has a natural light milk flavor. It is not strong. It is a little like soybean milk. It won't feel uncomfortable after smelling for a long time. It's non-toxic and harmless. If the smell is strong, pungent or if you have dizzy feeling after smell a long time, the pillow is added with flavor and chemical substances. After a long-term sleep with this kind of pillows, you will have health problem.
Tearing effect
Pure natural latex is made into pillows with a certain viscosity, which is not as easy to tear as sponge or foam. Through this method, it is also very good to distinguish whether it is a pure natural latex pillow.
Press
The real latex bounces quickly when pressed down, and the memory pillow bounces slowly.
Certification
Authoritative international certification is the most intuitive solution to check whether the latex pillow is real or not.
Benefits of latex pillows
Comfort
Latex pillows can reduce the static electricity generated between the human body and fibers, and the honeycomb structure can quickly emit the heat generated by the human body, so that the human body can sleep more comfortably and improve the sleep quality, which is deeply loved by everyone.
Breathable
Latex pillow has good hygroscopicity and air permeability. It is suitable for snorers. At the same time, it has strong elasticity. It can well buffer the pressure of human body when sleeping and has strong affinity. Latex pillow is made of high technology. It is formed at one time, and it is not easy to deform when used for a long time.
Durability
Although cotton pillows and mattresses are usually slightly cheaper than latex sleep products, latex is more durable and lasting than cotton. All types of latex are very durable and can provide years of easy sleep. Latex sleep products usually have higher user satisfaction due to their amazing durability. Unlike most bedding materials, latex pillows and mattresses can last ten years or more.
Easy maintenance
Since latex is already a sterile material, it is very easy to maintain. Latex products do not need to be cleaned frequently, but when they need to be cleaned, they should not be soaked in water. Latex pillows should be partially cleaned with soap and water before they are completely dry. Do not replace the pillowcase until the pillow is completely dry.
People who don’t suit for latex pillows
Despite latex pillow has a lot of advantages, it is not suitable for everyone. So don’t buy them blindly.
People allergic to latex
Latex pillow is made of natural latex juice, which contains latex protein. This substance is one of the allergens, so some people will be allergic to latex pillow, such as skin itching, vomiting and so on.
People who don't like the smell of latex
Latex pillow itself will have a faint smell of latex. Although this smell is non-toxic, harmless and non irritating, some people just can't smell it, let alone sleep on this pillow.
People who sweat a lot
Although the latex pillow has very good air permeability and moisture absorption, if you sweat too much, the latex pillow will absorb too much moisture, which may make the moisture in your body heavier, especially pillows made by traley technology.
People who are used to sleeping on low pillows
The classic latex pillow is the high and low pillow (wave type), and this pillow has two heights, one high and the other low. Some people are used to sleeping on low pillows, so they can't sleep on this kind of pillow.
People who want to treat cervical spondylosis
Although latex pillow can alleviate cervical pain, it can only alleviate! The treatment of cervical spondylosis is not so exaggerated. If you want to treat cervical spondylosis, you should go to the hospital for medical treatment under the guidance of professional doctors.