Microbead Pillows Vs Down Pillows

Throughout history, pillows have been made of down, or down-like substances. For years, these pillows had been the best in terms of comfort. However, this was before the invention and production of microbead pillows.

While many people still use down pillows, it is imperative to realize that these are now not the best in terms of health and comfort anymore. Microbeads have begun to take the lead and will continue to do so as people begin to recognize their superior benefits. One of the more important benefits of microbead pillows compared to down is the breath ability issue.

Down pillows and their cases are often comprised of silk, cotton or wool, none of which boast superior airflow. These pillows easily retain too much heat, which can lead to discomfort during sleep. However, microbead pillows, which are covered in spandex and filled with teeny beads that easily slip past one another, support airflow, which keeps the pillow nice and cool throughout the entire night without having to turn the pillow over.

Another major advantage of microbead pillows over down pillows is the issue of allergies. Down pillows are prone to attract microscopic organisms, which like the feathery environment. Heat generated by sleepers also helps to incubate their eggs and the lack of airflow allows them to stay where they choose.

No person wants microscopic, allergy causing organisms living where they rest their head every night. Luckily for microbead pillow users, the threat of allergens is virtually eliminated. This is because of the allergen repelling, constantly moving microbeads, which present no use as a food or living source for organisms.

Lastly, and possibly most importantly, is the issue of head and neck support. Down pillows are often incredibly firm and do not easily change to fit the head and neck of its user. Instead, a person's neck may be forced into an uncomfortable position which can lead to terrible pain in the morning, and possible, more serious long term back problems.

Microbeads, on the other hand allow the user to move around throughout the night and conform to every single position. They allow a person's neck to stay straight as they roll over or sleep in strange positions, whatever the case may be. All in all, down pillows offer no additional pros that microbead pillows do not already offer and most likely exceed.

Times change, and as technology develops, things get better, and so should the people who want the best.