Sleeping comfortably is essential to our well-being, and choosing the right pillow can make all the difference between a good night's sleep and waking up with neck pain or other problems. To find the ideal pillow for your sleep, there are a number of criteria you need to consider. Following these recommendations will help you find your ideal partner for comfortable nights and lasting well-being.
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First and foremost, you need to focus on the filling:
Filled pillows (down, feathers...): available in a variety of materials such as down, feathers or even polyester for entry-level models, these pillows offer a wide range of support and are suitable for the vast majority of sleepers. Whether you sleep on your stomach, on your side or on your back, these pillows are sure to satisfy. In fact, by varying the thickness of the down and also the feather/down ratio (which defines firmness), you can find the natural-fill pillow best suited to your sleeping position. At Pyrenex, we select the finest down from Southwest France to provide you with an unforgettable experience and unparalleled comfort. Thanks to our know-how and experience, Pyrenex has developed a duck down that often surpasses the characteristics of goose down: Legend 1859.
Ergonomic or memory pillows: specifically designed to adapt to the shape of your head and neck, these pillows guarantee optimum support and better spinal alignment. They are recommended for people with neck pain or for those who sleep on their sides or back.
Latex pillows: offer similar support and comfort to memory foam pillows, but with a natural composition. Latex is hypoallergenic and resistant to dust mites and bacteria, making it an ideal choice for allergy sufferers and asthmatics. At Pyrenex, we've taken the opposite approach with our range of pillows and comforters in natural down treated with Greenfirst®: a natural anti-mite treatment based on essential oils.
Choosing the right pillow firmness:
It's crucial to pay attention to the firmness of the pillow. Take several factors into account to do that:
Your sleeping position: Back and side sleepers generally need a firmer pillow for better head and neck support. Conversely, stomach sleepers need a thinner, less firm pillow to avoid excessive pressure on the spine.
Your morphology: People with a larger body structure may need a firmer pillow for adequate support, while those with a smaller morphology may prefer a softer pillow.
Your type of mattress: If you have a memory foam or latex mattress, it's advisable to opt for a pillow from the same range to guarantee harmonious support.
Select pillow size:
There are different pillow sizes on the market, adaptable to your bed and sleeping preferences. Standard sizes at Pyrenex include:
50x70 cm pillow: the most common classic size.
60x60 cm pillow: square size often used for decoration.
65x65 cm pillow: ideal size for people who move around a lot during sleep.
Here's a selection of our favorite Pyrenex pillows:
The Saona bi-comfort pillow: It offers a soft welcome and firmer in-depth support, specially designed for problems such as neck pain, ensuring good support for your spine.
Legend pillow: Top-of-the-range par excellence, filled with 100% natural Pyrenex down, the Legend 1859 seduces with its lightness and comfort after washing, sorting and finishing in our Manufacture.
Campan plus pillow: Made from 100% Pyrenex down, this pillow guarantees superior comfort.
Megève pillow: Undoubtedly the softest pillow in the Pyrenex range, its white goose filling makes it ultra-soft and premium, while its satin cover offers maximum comfort.
