Anti-stress pillows

In today's environment, stressful situations are not uncommon. At work, at home, on the street, a person is exposed to stress and is in constant tension. In this case, not only the human nervous system suffers, but also the body.

The very name of the pillow - anti-stress can tell what it is. It looks like an ordinary one, but its main feature is the filler and texture, which, with tactile contact, allow you to calm down, acting on the nerve endings.

Depending on the filler and the shape, there is an effect on different parts of the body - the head, neck, lower back, shoulder girdle, palms. In common parlance, such pillows are called "mushkas", since it is pleasant to crumple them and sort out the special granules with which the pillow is filled.

The “mnushka” cover is most often represented by a comfortable and pleasant fabric made of 80% lycra - a bright, fade-resistant and wear-resistant supplex. It stretches and easily takes on its original shape. It is easy to wash, and during washing the fabric does not shrink or stretch, remaining in its original state. Another great quality is that moisture does not accumulate in such a pillow, and it dries quickly. Also, this fabric will protect against dust mites and allergies.

There are a lot of varieties of anti-stress pillows. Therefore, it is easy to choose them for any user, both by the fabric on the cover, by the filler, and by the decorative design. Anti-stress pillows are adapted for different parts of the body and age characteristics:

• Child model always smaller and brighter in size. These pillows are made from natural materials. The main thing for children is the safety and hypoallergenicity of the product. It is better to exclude the accessory from the thin case, because the child can damage it and swallow the balls.
• For sleep a large size will do. Although it is not very comfortable to sleep on a model with balls inside. But you can choose another filler that allows you to rest comfortably all night.

• For the neck a collar pillow will do. It is indispensable on the road, especially when traveling long distances. You can relax or sleep on it, a special shape keeps your head in a comfortable position and does not allow you to fall. Also, the product can be used for vertical rest, sitting in an armchair in front of the TV.
• Headrest - a small soft accessory under the head. Suitable for toddlers. It will help adults to relax with a short rest after work, or at sedentary work, it will relax the body if you lean against it for a couple of minutes.
• Veneto pillows. Special orthopedic pillows. There is little decorative part in them, but for healing the neck, back and getting rid of headaches - this is a great option.

The filling and fabric of which the pillow is made can be varied. In addition to supplex, fabric with carbon threads is often used for covers. They accumulate static electricity, allowing you to rest and sleep in peace.

The stuffing can be either synthetic or natural:

• Silicone balls ensure the maintenance of the original shape, softness and the possibility of maximum tactile contact. They are hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly.The antibacterial coating protects against dust mites and makes the pillow easy to wash and dry.
• Camel's wool - pleasant soft filler that does not accumulate static electricity and in modern processing, does not give allergic reactions. Gently massages, thanks to which it relieves headaches, pain in the neck and spine, which is perfect for people suffering from arthrosis, rheumatism.

• Buckwheat husk - natural filler, which is the remnants of buckwheat kernels. Relaxes the muscles of the neck and back, improves blood circulation, helps with snoring. The weak side is rigidity, noise and moisture permeability. It is important to keep this pillow dry.
• Foam balls. Their size does not exceed 1 millimeter, which makes it possible to enhance the massage effect. They do not absorb foreign odors and moisture. Softer than silicone counterpart. The balls are pleasant to the touch and keep warm, but the unpleasant side is the rustling. For some, though, this quality has a calming effect.

• With granules. Polystyrene granules are great for anti-stress pillows, allowing them to be as close to the body shape as possible. They have a memory effect. They are easy to care for.
• Bamboo - bamboo fiber from bamboo stems also belongs to natural materials. The padding is similar to cotton wool, conforms to the shape of the body and helps to relax. Antistatic and hypoallergenic. Less wrinkle and drying after washing.
• Herbal. Eco-friendly, but dangerous for allergy sufferers. Perfectly relieves stress due to filler and aroma properties. The basis of the filler can be mint, chamomile, hop cones, lavender, thyme. They are excellent for insomnia.

The size range of this accessory is large - from the smallest for children and neck pillows to the largest variations - a waiting toy to sit or lie on or a special full-length maternity pillow that follows the shape of the body.

The small pillow is convenient because you can take it with you everywhere - to the car, to the countryside, for walks with a stroller for a child. The big one will help you to relax at home, and you can sit on it with your whole body and drown in comfort and softness, which, undoubtedly, will bring only positive emotions and pleasant relaxation.

Decorating pillows can be very diverse.

The main thing is that they always look high quality and stylish:

• For a bright design and Provence, patchwork pillows are suitable.
• Children's and teenage pillows are decorated with stripes in the form of inscriptions with their favorite groups, interesting phrases, cartoon characters. The patch also creates a massage effect. In pillows like waiting or Mignon, the decorative part is the form - arms, legs, eyes and additional accessories - pockets, handbags and similar elements.

• For lovers of brightness and sequins, the manufacturer offers pads with sequins, silver threads, sequins. Sequins can also be double-sided - by sliding your finger over them, and thus, turning the sequin, you can change the color of the pillow or create an interesting pattern. A great option for the mood. Silver threads can be either sewn into the base fabric, or create a beautiful decorative mesh around, imitating a pillowcase. The same goes for sequins.

• Bright paint for anti-stress pillows is of high quality, therefore it does not fade or fade for a long time, is resistant to mechanical damage, which means it is perfect for babies.

The pillow model can be selected for the interior: standard style, roller, with a logo; color scheme - zebra, leopard, patchwork - everything that suits the style of your room

Another aspect when choosing may be the owner's hobbies, his zodiac sign, favorite animal. Fishermen will appreciate such forms as fish, pike, sturgeon, whale. For lovers of animals - an owl, raccoon, panda, seals. And for a birthday, zodiac forms are well suited - cancer, scorpio, lion.

For children, you can also pick up interesting variations of mushka - cartoon characters, animals, plants, "Masha and the Bear", "Minion", superheroes, fox, cow, hare, dog, flower, car. And for the little ones there is a pillow for sleeping - a doll for falling asleep, which even imitates mom's breathing.

Pillows of a specific humorous nature and in the form of popular heroes of the Internet are also popular - donut, idun, kote, bagel, memes. Such models will be an excellent gift and will decorate the interior of a teenager's room. An interesting model is a hugging robot in the shape of a man.

When buying an anti-stress pillow, you need to consider why you are purchasing it and for which room:

• A classic pillow will suit the living room. Calm tones and simple shape - square, long, roller. The filler can be anything. In the bedroom, you can pick up a pillow in the form of a toy so that you can hug and warm it. A soft pillow made of natural fillers is suitable for sleeping.
• If you buy a pillow for a gift, then choose a shape and color according to the owner's hobbies, age. Children will be delighted with a bright pillow-toy in the form of a cartoon hero or an animal. For adults, a funny shape is suitable - a fish, an idun, tools, a flower, and the like.
• At the same time, natural fillers are not suitable for allergy sufferers. Despite this, today synthetic fillers are performed as safe as possible. It is important for children to choose a material and filler that can be washed and dried quickly.

• It's good if the pillow has a hidden seam with a zipper that allows you to dry the filler, ventilate, or change. It also allows you to control the amount of filler for each user. If there is a visible zipper in the pillow, it is dangerous for children. After all, a curious researcher can open it, taste it, inhale it.
• For pregnant women, this pillow will be a great option for resting. It will repeat the shape of the body, save from swelling and numb limbs. In these models, the balls are larger to ensure maximum massage effect. The pillow can be chosen full-length or small for the legs and neck.

Fly pillows have earned love and credibility among users. Although they appeared relatively recently, they easily captured the sleeping accessories market.

For adults, this is a great option to relax and unwind thanks to the massage effect. After a difficult job or on long car trips, an anti-stress friend will be a lifesaver. Children love to play with such interesting pillows. They are amused by the shape and tactile sensations. It turns out that while playing, the child works out fine motor skills and calms down.

Among the weaknesses of anti-stress pillows, users note annoying rustling. Also, caring for a natural filler is not the easiest. You should always watch out for the dryness of the pillows, they are not easy to wash. But a big plus is noted for pillows, which have a special hidden zipper that allows you to get out the filler and easily wash the cover.

It was also noted that the more natural the filler, the higher the price of the pillow. However, for the sake of their own safety, buyers are ready to pay for such a useful thing.

Next, the young craftswoman will show you how to make an anti-stress pillow with your own hands.