How to Soften a Memory Foam Pillow: The Ultimate Guide

There are a number of reasons why you would want to soften your memory foam pillow. Maybe it’s too hard, maybe you’re not sleeping well, or maybe the pain in your neck is getting worse and needs to be alleviated. Whatever the reason may be, there are ways that you can make this happen!

Temperature

In the heat: If you want to soften your memory foam pillow in the heat, all you need to do is leave it out on a hot summer day or use a heating pad or an electric blanket. 

For best results, place something underneath the mattress or turn it upside down so that both sides are exposed equally (the side of the pillow with ventilation holes should be facing up). This should take care of it. The pressure of the mattress will help soften it up.

In the cold: This will make your memory foam pillow firmer. This can be used if you need to change the structure back or get it just right. You can put it in the fridge or other cold area below or at room temperature depending on the effect your after.

* Be careful with how long you leave your pillow in the heat or cold. It should not be left out for more than a couple of hours at a time, as this could damage it severely. * If your memory foam becomes too soft and squishy, then don’t worry! All that takes is leaving it out to dry thoroughly before using again (you might want to let it air out for a couple of days). * If you can’t wait, just sleep on your memory foam pillow, which should take care of the issue.

Use the pillow

The easiest way to soften your memory foam pillow is simply by sleeping on it. After a few days, you should notice that the foam becomes significantly softer and more comfortable for sleep. This method takes just a little bit longer than heating or cooling the pillow, but its effects are far more noticeable in contrast.

Bonus tip: People soften their memory foam pillows by putting them in the dryer with a wet towel or sheet. This will soften it up nicely while also taking care of any odours that might be present (memory foam mattresses can have an unusual smell to them).

Wrap it up

If you don’t want to wait, then there are other things that you can do. For example, some people find that wrapping their memory foam pillow in a towel helps soften them up slightly (this is the same as microwaving an oven-safe dish covered with plastic wrap). You’ll have to experiment for yourself and see if this works.

So what do you think? Did any of these methods work for you and your memory foam pillow? Be sure to let us know in the comments! Thanks for reading: How to Soften a Memory Foam Pillow: The Ultimate Guide.