Replacing your pillow is important to enhance your sleep quality, reduce aches and prevent a build-up of allergies. But what are the tell-tale signs you need a new one?
According to The National Sleep Foundation, you should replace your pillow every year or two as they 'absorb body oil, dead skin cells, and hair' which can create the perfect breeding ground for dust mites.
Much like mattresses, pillows don't last forever and will need replacing over time to support your head and neck properly.
'We all know that getting a good night's sleep is important for our wellbeing and so even something as simple as choosing a pillow needs to consider more than just price,' says Farah Arshad, buyer at DUSK.
Not sure what to look out for? Farah reveals the signs it's time to replace your pillow...
5 signs it's time to replace your pillow
- Your pillow is stained or discoloured
- You wake up feeling achy, particularly around your neck and shoulders
- You have started to get tension headaches
- The pillow is lumpy or uneven
- If you fold your pillow in half and it doesn't spring back
When replacing your pillow, Farrah also explains some of the things you should be looking out for. She advises: 'There are several different options available for the fill of a pillow, each changing the weight, firmness and overall feel to suit different preferences.
'The most important factor is that your pillow is comfortable, breathable and offers a good amount of support. Which is why we created this handy guide to help buyers find the right fit for them.'
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