Heveya® Latex Bolster

Heveya® pillows come with a removable bamboo cover that can be dry cleaned.
In the event that stains went into the latex core, avoid putting it in the washing machine. Simply dab with wet cloth and mild detergent, then let the latex ventilate to dry.

A bolster is a long cylindrical pillow. More common in Asian countries, the bolster is designed to be hugged when sleeping.
In western countries, a bolster is usually placed at the head of one's bed and functions as head or lower back support. It's also common have it used during yoga practices. As to hug while sleeping, they use "body pillows" instead. However, body pillow is generally shaped like a long head pillow, not cylindrical like a bolster.

Generally, people develop latex allergy when they are in direct contact with the latex itself. However, when hugging a latex bolster, you will only be in direct contact with the bolster case/cover. If you have a severe latex allergy and are unsure about the safety of sleeping with a latex bolster, please consult your doctor.

A bolster is designed to be hugged when sleeping. For side sleepers, it helps to provide body support for good spinal alignment.
As you hug a bolster, it also gives you emotional support! Hugging provides comfort and making you feel safe in the moment. Just like a child with his/her security blanket.

When you sleep on your side, often the hips and shoulders get twisted. This position prevents the body from forming a good spinal alignment throughout the night and you ended up with shoulders and back pain.

A bolster or body pillow is a real posture safer for side sleepers. Hugging it with your arms and legs prevents your body to collapse and get twisted.

As latex is a natural material that is sensitive to UV light, please avoid air drying your Heveya® pillow under direct sunlight. Strong exposure to sunlight will cause the latex to oxidize, which will ultimately distort the physical elements and lead to your mattress breaking down.