Anti-stress pillows

In a modern setting, stressful situations are not uncommon. At work, at home, on the street, a person is under 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 filler and texture, which, by tactile contact, make it possible to calm down by acting on the nerve endings.

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

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

Types of anti-stress pillows weight. Therefore, it is easy to pick them up for any user and on the fabric on the cover, and on the filler, and on the decorative design. Anti-stress pillows mnushki adapted to different parts of the body and age features:

• Children's model always smaller and brighter. 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 an accessory from a thin case, because the child can damage it and swallow the balls.
• For sleep fit a large size. Although on the model with balls inside it is not very comfortable to sleep. But you can choose a different filler, allowing you to rest comfortably all night.

• For neck suit pillow collar. It is indispensable on the road, especially when traveling long distances. On it you can relax or sleep, a special form maintains a comfortable position of the head and does not allow to fall. Also, the product can be used with vertical rest, sitting in a chair by the TV.
• Headrest - a small soft accessory under the head. Suitable for kids. Adults will help to relax with a short rest after work or at a sedentary work will allow you to relax the body, if you lean against it for a couple of minutes.
• Pillows Veneto. Special orthopedic pillows mnushki. The decorative part in them is small, but for the improvement of the neck, back and getting rid of headaches - this is an excellent option.

The filler and the fabric from which the pillow is made can be varied. In addition to supplex, for covers, fabric with carbon threads is often used.They accumulate static electricity, allowing you to relax and sleep.

Packing can be both synthetic and natural:

• Silicone balls ensure the maintenance of the original shape, softness and the possibility of maximum tactile contact. They are hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly. Anti-bacterial coating protects against dust mites and makes it easy to wash and quickly dry the pillow.
• Camel's wool - the pleasant soft filler which is not accumulating static electricity and in modern processing, not giving allergic reactions. It gently massages, thereby relieving headache, pain in the neck and spine, which is perfect for people suffering from arthrosis, rheumatism.

• Buckwheat husk - natural filler, representing the remnants of buckwheat kernels. It relaxes the muscles of the neck and back, improves blood circulation, helps from snoring. The weak side is stiffness, noise and moisture permeability. Such a pillow is important to keep dry.
• Foam balls. Their size does not exceed 1 millimeter, which allows 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 retain heat, but the unpleasant side is the rustling. Although for some this quality has a calming effect.

• With granules. Polystyrene granules are great for anti-stress pillows, allowing them to be as close as possible to the shape of the body. Have a memory effect. They are easy to care for.
• Bamboo - bamboo fiber from bamboo stalks is also a natural material. Stuffing is like cotton, takes the form of the body and helps to relax. Antistatic and hypoallergenic. Minus in crushability and drying after washing.
• Herbal. Eco-friendly, but dangerous for allergies. Perfectly relieve tension due to the filler and aromatic properties. The basis of the filler can be mint, chamomile, hop cones, lavender, thyme. Excellent help with insomnia.

The size range of this accessory is large - from the smallest for children and neck pillows to the biggest variations - a waiting toy on which you can sit or lie on it or a special full-height pillow for pregnant women, which repeats the shape of the body.

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

Decorating pillows can be very diverse.

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

• For bright design and Provence fit patchwork cushions (patchwork).
• Children's and teen pillows are decorated with stripes in the form of inscriptions with favorite groups, interesting phrases, and cartoon characters. Stripe also creates a massage effect. In pillows of the waiting or Minion type, the decorative part is the shape - handles, legs, eyes and additional accessories - pockets, handbags and similar elements.

• For lovers of brightness and sparkles, the manufacturer offers pads with sequins, silver threads, and sparkles. Sequins can be bilateral - by swiping them with your finger, and thus turning the sequin over 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 main fabric, or create a beautiful decorative mesh around, imitating a pillowcase. The same goes for sparkles.

• Bright paint for anti-stress pillows is of high quality, so it does not fade and does not fade for a long time, is resistant to mechanical damage, and therefore is perfect for kids.

The model of the pillow can be chosen for the interior: the standard style, roller, with the logo; color design - zebra, leopard, patchwork - everything that fits the style of your room

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

For children, you can also pick up interesting variations of mnushki - cartoon characters, animals, plants, "Masha and the Bear", "Mignon", superheroes, fox, cow, hare, dog, flower, car.And for the youngest there is a pillow for sleep - a doll for falling asleep, which even imitates the mother's breath.

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

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

• In the living room fit classic pillow. Calm tones and simple shapes - square, long, roller. The filler can be any. 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 get a pillow for a gift, then choose the shape and color according to the hobbies of the owner, age. Children will be pleased with the bright toy pillow in the form of a multgeroy or animal. Adults suit funny form - fish, waiting, tools, flower and the like.
• In this case, allergy sufferers do not fit natural fillers.Despite this, today synthetic fillers perform as safe as possible. It is important for children to choose such a material and filler that can be washed and dried quickly.

• Not bad, if the pillow has a secret seam with a zipper, which will allow 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 lightning in the pillow, then it is dangerous for children. After all, a curious researcher can open it, taste it, inhale.
• For pregnant women, the mushka pillow will be an excellent option for relaxation. It will repeat the shape of the body, will save from swelling and numb limbs. In such models, the balls are larger to ensure maximum massage effect. You can choose a pillow in full growth or small for legs and neck.

Mushroom pillows have earned love and authority among users. Although they appeared relatively recently, they easily captured the market of bedding.

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

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

It is 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 willing 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.