How to Choose Pillows

Instructions
Things You'll Need
Allergy-free Bedding
Pillow Slips
Pillowcases
Pillows
1
Read labels to determine what a pillow is made of. Pillow fills can be polyester, foam, goose down or a combination of feathers and down. Down is usually more expensive. It's very soft and is easy to shape or mold to your head and body. Polyester, which is less expensive, is comfortable too, depending on the quality, but it won't fluff up the way down does.
2
Check the amount of fill in the pillow (how full it is). The more fill, the firmer the pillow.
3
Select a soft pillow if you sleep on your stomach or frequently move around. This will prevent you from straining your neck.
4
Buy a medium pillow for good support if you sleep on your back.
5
Try a firm pillow for maximum support if you sleep on your side.
6
Choose a cover fabric that's soft and breathable.
7
Make sure the pillow's seams are tightly sewn to prevent fill leakage.
8
Look for labels that say "hypo-allergenic" if you have allergies to certain types of pillow fill. Most manufacturers make "allergy-free" pillows now.
9
Purchase a pillow cover with a zipper if you suffer from allergies. It goes under your pillowcase and helps protect you from dust mites.