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Waterproof Organic Cotton Pillow Protector - GOTS + GreenGuard Gold
From $69.00 · 4.5 out of 5 from 6 verified reviews
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I could not be more in love with my two new wool-filled travel pillows or the stellar customer service at Circadian. The quality craftsmanship and materials is evident - the pillow I'm using as a sleep-hugger is perfect as is, and when I asked if extra stuffing were available for the second one I'm using as a knee pillow, they not only pointed me to the right place on their site, but also created a new, smaller 1-lb. refill size based on my request. As much as I love their products, I love that this company genuinely cares, is highly responsive and creates thoughtful solutions for its customers. Beautiful work, Circadian.
We are loving our pillows!! My husband
Love the idea of it and its great quality but the pillow cases are HUGE! I washed them twice in hot water and dried but they are still about 3 or 4 inches too big for my queen sized pillows.
I’m happy to report that I haven’t had a stiff neck since using my new pillow. I’m still trying to figure out how to fluff it at night before using. I find myself waking up in the night and trying to readjust and fluff due to my frequent changing positions.
GREAT PRODUCT , GREAT SERVICE. THANKS
I ordered this pillow to replace my very old (but beloved) down pillow and I’m so glad I did. It is heavenly! It feels so good to support such an intentional company. I advise you to heed the recommendation given by the quiz. I ordered cotton initially despite the quiz giving me kapok as a result….the quiz was right.
I was leery to try another expensive pillow without some sort of trial period after being very let down by a different company's natural fiber pillow. When I saw that C.R. did accept returns I took the quiz and ordered the Buckwheat Pillow. First of all, I don't hear anything at all with the buckwheat! It does stay fresh and cool as well, but most importantly it actually holds my head/neck up and in place. Which allows me to actually get rest instead of always adjusting. I am so happy to have my pillow. I do wish there was a smaller size pillow. I would have preferred that. But all in all I would definitely recommend and buy again.
Good pillow. Arrived a bit under filled but remedied by ordering more hulls.
I've been a buckwheat pillow customer for the last 7 years and I can say that Circadian has the highest standards of quality paired with incredible customer service. Very very impressed and would not hesitate to send anyone their way. Waiting on them to make a smaller version from the standard, but larger than their travel size and will order it. Grateful to have found this company!! I'm impressed with everything from start to finish.
I have spent years searching for a pillow that feels supportive and comfortable all night. I have finally found it. I absolutely love the Buckwool pillow. I removed a bit of the material (since it comes purposely a little over stuffed) to get it to exactly to how I want it. Genuinely feels phenomenal and I rarely wake up with neck pain now. This is truly a product that I love and has made a measurable difference in my life and in my sleep quality. Also the materials and build quality are top notch.
I have tried at least 10 different pillows in the last 3 years. Nothing has worked out except for this wool pillow. I have chronic neck pain which has been greatly reduced. I am very happy with my new pillow.
I purchased the wool duvet insert for my husband's birthday and was thrilled with the quality and customer service. I haven't personally used it, so here is his review: I received the wool duvet for my birthday. It is fluffy, enveloping, and comforting. It's like having a fluffy, weighted blanket that isn't restricting. I sleep on a memory foam bed, which is typically hot. I haven't had any issues with overheating, even with a cotton allergy cover. The tufting is great, and makes it feel lofty. The sateen shell is extremely soft. I will be purchasing the matching duvet cover from these guys as well. It replaced a typical, inexpensive poly filled comforter that you can buy at any big box store. I definitely recommend it. I've been looking for something like this for a long time.
I was nervous about spending this much money for a pillow but with the trial period I went for it. This pillow is definitely worth the money and the little bit of wait time. I love how you can sculpt the pillow around your head and neck an it stays there. Once adjusted it doesn’t really make any noise. I have been having terrible headaches, neck aches and shoulder pain. While the pillow is not a cure all it has definitely helped with my other medical care. Worth every penny!!!
I misunderstood and bought a travel size pillow
I have compressed discs in my neck, and I have spent hundreds of dollars over the past 6 months trying to find one that will help me sleep. Every pillow I bought caused me to wake up in even more pain than the night before!! The buckwheat pillow is life-changing!! I have slept through the night and wake up with no pain!! I bought both the standard and the travel size, and they are worth every.single.penny. 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟!!
"Slow pour" Dunlop Latex sounds almost sensual. ASMR opportunity? Jacob and crew seem to have a healthy obsession with their pillows, but who can blame them - you've got your whole face and chonky brain spending 5-9 hours per night hangin' out in pillow land. I'm just getting used to this pillow. It's heavy. It's stuffed. You can take some of the latex out if that suits you. If you want to pillow fight with this model, keep a solid grip on the case. I bought this after my doc reminded me that memory foam, as comfortable as it is, may do some offgassing, and that's not something I want going into my breath holes. The natural latex, with all its certifications, seems a much better option.
Thank you for everything you did on my pillow purchasing journey! You went above and beyond and helped me find the right fit. I am very thankful for finding your small company and giving you a try!
After trying the wool/buckwheat pillow that was too firm for my head, I was given a great deal on the Kapok pillow. This was definitely the winner for me. I usually use a firm pillow, but this one seems to be exactly what I needed. The filling seems to be getting a little more firm as the days go by so hopefully it lasts and continues to be what I've been searching for.
I have owned more pillows than I have owned houses and I have owned 12 houses. Moved because of husband’s job. This is by far the only pillow to use if you don’t want to wake up with sore shoulders or neck. I have replaced all the pillows in my house with this pillow. Now I know what you’re thinking but it’s a little expensive. But when you go out to a steak house do you buy the cheapest cut of steak. You get the best because it’s a restaurant that specializes in steak. Think of this pillow as a filet. But the pillow will be with you forever until you are old whereas we only rent our meals. LOL. I sleep thru the entire night with this pillow. No tossing and turning or adjusting. Trust me you want regret the purchase.
I used it to make two pillows for myself and had enough left over to make a dog blanket.Wool is really good for their skin health just like ours.We or sleeping like babies :-) I will order another bulk shipment to make another pillow for my daughter and two more dog blankets. The wool is very clean non-smelling and very easy to work with. So awesome 💯
Amazing comfort! Next Level!
Amazing experience, so happy to support this company, and can't wait to order more!
Wow. I am so grateful to have found this company. Truly great customer service, beyond great. Jacob should feel very proud of the service he provides. Best of all, a great product that you can tell was made out of thinking about the user just as much as they thought about the world. The materials used are a breath of fresh air and I am happy to support this company. Tired of supporting companies that do not care about the earth. Will be placing a larger order soon because I am blown away by this quality.
THE best pillows I ever had! I was looking for an organic down feather alternative and the kapok- filled pillow is actually better! Kapok is a completely natural product, stuffed inside an organic cotton cover. It’s firm enough to support my neck while being soft and moldable at the same time. And I like how the pillows are sent fully stuffed so you have the option of removing some of the filling to customize it to your exact liking. Oh, and the Customer Service couldn’t be any better!!
I’ve tried A LOT of pillows looking for the right balance of soft, comfortable, supportive, and natural, and this one is a winner. The kapok fill is incredibly soft and fluffy without feeling like memory foam or one of those overly firm “supportive” pillows. I love that you can remove some of the fill and adjust the loft, because apparently my neck has opinions about pillow height. 😂 It’s also lightweight and breathable, which I really appreciate as someone who tends to sleep hot. The organic cotton cover feels great, and I love knowing the pillow is filled with natural kapok rather than synthetic materials. The biggest surprise for me was how much I like the feel of kapok. It has that soft, almost down-like fluffiness without using down. I’ve been really impressed with it and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a natural, non-toxic pillow that’s actually comfortable.
I’ve tried A LOT of pillows looking for the right balance of soft, comfortable, supportive, and natural, and this one is a winner. The kapok fill is incredibly soft and fluffy without feeling like memory foam or one of those overly firm “supportive” pillows. I love that you can remove some of the fill and adjust the loft, because apparently my neck has opinions about pillow height. 😂 It’s also lightweight and breathable, which I really appreciate as someone who tends to sleep hot. The organic cotton cover feels great, and I love knowing the pillow is filled with natural kapok rather than synthetic materials. The biggest surprise for me was how much I like the feel of kapok. It has that soft, almost down-like fluffiness without using down. I’ve been really impressed with it and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a natural, non-toxic pillow that’s actually comfortable.
After months of restless nights after cancer treatments, I decided to upgrade to an organic pillow. I spent hours online comparing brands, studying materials, and reading customer reviews. The Circadian brand kept coming up, so I decided to try the Organic Cotton Pillow. The informative website was a tremendous help in making my choice. I was also impressed with the fact that they are a small business and they make the pillows by hand to order. There was a glitch (on my part) in my order, and when I wrote the company, I was contacted almost immediately by Jacob, who followed up on my order and even expedited it! The pillow is super comfortable, and fully adjustable. You can adjust the amount of the soft cotton fill to suit your firmness preferences. (It comes fully stuffed, and very firm) There is no odor, and the pillow has a soft but substantial zippered cover. I am so pleased that…
great pillow, buying more!
I have pretty bad chemical sensitivity (housebound most of the time - asthma and tachycardia in most public locations or other people’s houses). I try to only buy totally safe, non-toxic products. I found this pillow to be very safe and non-toxic, and the packaging was fragrance free which is always a huge plus. The default amount of stuffing was too firm for me but it does allow adjusting. There was some fiber dust when I changed the amount of filling, but that fiber dust seemed totally nontoxic to me and didn’t give me a chemical sensitivity reaction.
Absolute cozy organic cotton duvet, perfect for summer nights, sleeping tight without sweating and getting too hot. Soft and comfortable. My best gift to my self this year. Thank you Circadian for bringing quality in my sleep.
I ended up getting two because I wanted to try a couple different types of natural fibers to see what I like best. I ended up with the wool and buckwool pillows and love them both. I honestly can't really decide which I like better. Shipping was pretty quick and customizing the pillow was simple. I appreciate the emails with tips on how to do that. Thanks!
Got this one and the buckwool. I love them both. I'm glad I got one of each so I can change things up based on my mood. For couch naps and camping ill definitely opt for this one, it's obviously a lot lighter and more portable. A bit spendy but worth every penny for the great sleep and no more neck pain!
I bought this and the full will pillow. I can't really decide which one I like better. They're both so comfortable. I find myself switching between the two and loving the feel of both. I haven't woken up with a sweaty head with either and that's an amazing feeling especially in the AZ summer. The buckwheat side is a lot quieter and more comfy/soft than others I've tried in the past. They were expensive but I'm really happy with the quality and they seem to be worth it. I'm sleeping a lot better now :)
This is the best pillow I've had. It gives the right support around the head and neck. It doesn't sink or move and stays cool through the night. Also, It's easy to make small adjustments to make it fit perfectly.
I am SO incredibly pleased with my new buckwheat pillow. The hulls hold my neck in place and do the work so that my muscles can relax and I can sleep better! I have mild scoliosis and some disc degeneration, so finding this pillow was a godsend! Jacob has been so responsive to all of my questions and offered to send me extra hulls for free. I will absolutely be purchasing my pillows here from now on.
I love the feel of these organic cotton pillows and knowing they’re free from toxic chemicals. I requested a bit more filling for my two pillows, they seemed a bit flat for me, and the customer service was amazing. I received a hefty bag of extra organic cotton filling. After trying these pillows, you’ll never go back to synthetic.
I Love my new pillow! The last pillow I used was embarassingly old. I'm not always up for change just for change sake I guess. :) But it was time. I did my research and landed on Circadian and am so glad I did. First, there's the customer service, and Jacob, a definite 5 star! The product I decided on was the Wild-Harvested Kapok Pillow in the travel size. Now I use this as my every-night pillow. After a few days I did remove a bit of the fill, not because it was uncomfortable, but just to see how it felt. I will recommend this company and this particular pillow to anyone looking for a great company (Great Customer contact), and a great product (No use of chemicals) Thanks Circadian!!
This is different from any normal pillow and takes time to find the right adjustment. I am still finding my perfect adjustment after 30 days. The first few days I kept it as it came and slept very good, but had some neck pain. So I removed filling a bit at a time over a few days. Left it for a bit, then started adding it back. The wool does seem to settle and not be as poofy as it originally was. I am able to sleep with my arms under the pillow and they do not fall asleep like with a regular pillow. I sleep on my side, back, and stomach, so it has been hard to find an adjustment. I really don't sleep on my back since I have had this pillow. One nice thing is the buckwheat forms to your head and you just have to lift the pillow up a little for it to shift around to readjust. I don't think I could ever go back to a regular pillow. I am also planning to buy some of the other natural fill…
Love it..no more neck pain !
Circadianrest.com is a great company to work with. I just wish I’d found them sooner.
I’ve been using this buckwheat pillow for two weeks, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. It took very little time to get used to, and I’ve been sleeping more comfortably and waking up feeling better rested. The pillow provides excellent support and holds its shape throughout the night, making it easy to find a comfortable sleeping position. The quality is excellent, and it has exceeded my expectations. I would definitely buy this pillow again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a supportive, comfortable pillow.
This pillow has changed my mind about what quality sleep looks like! Invest in yourself, you will be rewarded.
I’ve always been a huge fan of supporting a business that prioritizes quality and customer service. I’m so happy to report this is such a business. I ordered 2 king size Buckwool pillows for my new primary bedroom. I’ve been using buckwheat pillows for some time. I love the firmness, but sometimes you want a slightly softer option depending on how the body feels. I tried both shredded and solid latex, they’re nice but not quite as good. I heard amazing things about wool pillows, but worried they wouldn’t have the firm support I needed. BAM! Insert the buckwool pillow. I love that I can have a dedicated side for when I truly want that firm support, but on nights I want something with a little more give, I can flip these puppies over. I especially like that although it has some give on the wool side, I still have that underlying support of the buckwheat hulls underneath. The pillow cons…
I took the quiz and it recommended this pillow. The first night I slept on the wool side and didn’t feel comfy. I switched to the buckwheat side since and it’s been better but not the best. It wasn’t as “full” as I expected. The buckwheat shifts more that I hoped and find myself having to readjust more than I wanted. Now I have to buy more of the buckwheat hulls to fill it to be more full. These pillows aren’t cheap so a bit disappointed I have to spend more to get the right fit for the pillow.
I usually sleep on the buckwheat side. It took me 2 nights to get used to the firmness, and now I can’t imagine sleeping on a different pillow. I’ve had it for almost a week, and the tension from my neck is completely gone, I sleep better and wake up feeling rested. There’s no noise from the buckwheat btw. It’s so minimal that you stopped noticing it after a few hours. The pillow also holds its shape well. It doesn’t sink in, and you can adjust it to fit your neck and head exactly how you like. Once you shape it, it stays that way until morning. I couldn’t be happier with this purchase!
Bought the Circadian buckwheat pillow last year and loved how cool it slept, but I never fully adjusted to the firmness. My sister got a kapok one a few months ago and let me try hers. Different planet. Same brand quality, same coolness, but the kapok is so much softer it's not even comparable. Switched mine over and the buckwheat now lives in the guest room for visitors who want that feel. Should have started with the kapok.
My eczema flares whenever I'm around new fabrics or chemical finishes. Three weeks on this pillow and my face hasn't broken out, which is unusual for me with new bedding. The organic cotton cover and the unprocessed kapok inside seems to be the combination that works for my skin.
I'm 68. The older I get, the more sensitive I am to overheating at night. This pillow has done in a month what every cooling gel, cooling case, and cooling pad I tried over the last decade promised and didn't deliver. Wool, it turns out, is what works. Wish I'd known twenty years ago.
Found Circadian in a Reddit thread about non-toxic down alternatives. Kapok was the most recommended fill across multiple threads. Ordered it, slept on it for the trial period, kept it. Lives up to what people on Reddit say about it, which is rare.
Asked ChatGPT what the best natural pillow was for someone who runs hot and sweats at night. It said wool was the best fiber for active moisture management and listed Circadian as a recommended brand. Followed the advice. Glad I did.
I move around a lot at night. Side, back, sometimes stomach. The kapok pillow conforms to wherever I land instead of locking me into one position. My brother has a buckwheat pillow and it's too rigid for the way I sleep. This is the right fill for someone like me.
I'm 71. My doctor said try a soft pillow you can shape. The first night I had too much fill and it was too tall, but the zipper made it easy to take a handful out. After that adjustment, the pillow has been exactly right. The fact that I can fix the height myself, at my age, without buying a whole new pillow, is what I needed. My neck stopped hurting in the second week and hasn't been back since.
I work in supply chain auditing and I notice when brands put their actual certification numbers on their websites. OT-024293, certified by OTCO. I verified it on the GOTS public database. The pillow is excellent and the transparency is excellent. Both matter to me.
I'm allergic to down. Most down alternatives are just polyester that traps heat. Kapok has the same loft and softness without the allergens and without the heat. I genuinely don't know why this isn't more well-known.
What surprised me is that this works in winter too. I expected a "temperature regulating" pillow to feel cold in January. It doesn't. It just keeps things stable. Warm when I want warmth, cool when the room heats up. Whatever the science is, it works in both directions.
Stomach sleeper, late thirties, neck has been getting worse for years. Most pillows are too tall and torque my head sideways. I pulled out about a third of the kapok through the zipper and now this one is the perfect height. The fact that I can adjust it is the whole reason this works for me.
My husband runs hot and was sleeping on a sweat-soaked pillow every night for years. He's not the type to write reviews so I'm doing it for him. Two months in, his side of the pillow is dry in the morning. He sleeps through the night. I sleep through the night because he's not getting up at 3am anymore. Best $79 we've spent.
I bought this partly because of how it's made. Pods that fall from rainforest trees, harvested by hand, no chemical processing. I wanted to know I wasn't sleeping on petroleum or something with a sketchy supply chain. The pillow turning out to be the softest one I've ever owned was a bonus.
Used to have an Avocado organic wool pillow. This one feels very similar but costs less. What I appreciated was that Circadian publishes their actual GOTS certification number (OT-024293) and you can verify it on the GOTS public database. I did. It's real. That kind of transparency is rare.
I love the pillow itself. Soft, light, no chemical smell, exactly what I wanted out of a natural down alternative. Three stars instead of five because the zipper got stuck on the kapok fiber the first time I tried to take some fill out. The fibers caught in the teeth and it took me about ten minutes of careful work to get it unstuck without ripping the fabric. Once I had it open I was fine, but I was anxious about closing and reopening it again. Worth knowing if you're planning to adjust the fill often. I'm keeping the pillow because it really is comfortable, but the zipper experience was a frustrating learning curve.
Bought this when I was pregnant and dealing with sinus issues and being too hot all the time. It's so light I can prop myself up with it while nursing without my arm going numb. Six months postpartum and I still love it. Wish someone had told me about kapok before I wasted money on three other pillows.
The pillow is great. Taking off one star because the lanolin smell on the first few nights was stronger than I expected even though I'd read the description. By night five it was completely gone. Just wanted to flag it for other people because I almost returned it on night two before I realized it would fade.
My asthma flares with anything that traps dust or has weird treatments on it. I've been on this kapok pillow since January and my morning congestion is gone. Wasn't expecting the pillow to be the variable but apparently it was.
My allergist told me wool is the only fiber dust mites won't colonize. Bought this on his recommendation. Three months in and my morning congestion is gone. I've been able to stop taking Zyrtec daily. The pillow paid for itself in saved allergy medication.
Soft, light, no smell, no sneezing the way feathers used to make me sneeze. The one thing to know going in is that the kapok is so light you have to fluff it more than a regular pillow. The first few days I thought this would be annoying. After a week I had a quick fluff routine and now I do it without thinking. Worth it for a pillow this comfortable that doesn't make me reach for the antihistamines.
I had an $80 cooling gel pillow that stopped working after twenty minutes every night. This is what actually fixes the problem. The pillow isn't cold, exactly. My face just stays dry. That's what makes the difference, and I didn't understand that until I tried wool.
Asked ChatGPT for the best pillow for someone with a feather allergy who doesn't want polyester. It recommended kapok and listed Circadian as a brand. I bought one. Feels like the down pillow my grandmother had at her cottage, except this one is plant-based and has no off-gassing smell. AI got this one right.
Perimenopause has wrecked my sleep. Night sweats, waking up clammy, flipping the pillow looking for a cool spot that wasn't there. The first three nights with this pillow I didn't notice much, but somewhere in the second week I realized I'd stopped waking up with a wet pillow. I've slept through the night for a month straight now. I don't know what I'd do without this thing.
I have multiple chemical sensitivities and the smell from new bedding usually puts me on the couch for two weeks. I've spent more money than I want to admit on "natural" pillows that turned out to be treated with something I couldn't tolerate. This one had no smell when I opened the box. None. I've been sleeping on it for three months and haven't had a single reaction. I don't usually write reviews but this one earned it.
good pillow. comfortable. no complaints.
I pet this pillow like a cat. It's that soft.
How much money have I wasted on junk pillows. Probably $500 over the last 10 years easy. Should have just bought one good one from the start.
Wool is naturally antimicrobial and dust mite resistant. As someone who sneezes their way through most pillow options, this has been a relief. Literally.
Cotton is naturally resistant to dust mites and no chemical treatments means less irritation for my sinuses. Sleeping much better.
Needed something supportive while recovering from knee surgery. Used this between my legs and under my head. The latex conforms but doesn't flatten. My PT was impressed.
I have a problem where I buy pillows and return them. Purple, Casper, Saatva, Coop, the list goes on. This is the first one I kept past the trial period. Something about the simplicity of it just works.
Had one of those contour cervical pillows from the chiropractor. $150 and it was basically a foam brick. This buckwheat pillow lets me create my own contour and it's actually comfortable. Plus I can change the shape whenever I want.
Fill and cover are both GOTS certified organic. Wool is naturally fire resistant so no flame retardant chemicals. I know exactly what's in my pillow. Sleeps great too.
I can't stand the sound of plastic pillow protectors. Tried this organic one and honestly forgot it was even there. Quiet, soft, waterproof. That's all I need.
We had kapok pillows when I was a kid in Amsterdam. Haven't been able to find good ones in the US until now. This one reminds me of what I grew up with. Very happy.
Fair warning - go slow when removing fill. I took out too much and it went flat. Put half back in and now it's perfect. Keep the extra in a bag, you might want it later.
Asked ChatGPT for the best organic cotton pillow and it recommended Circadian. Comfortable, well made, price is reasonable for fully certified organic. Kind of cool that a small brand is popping up in AI results.
Better than any mattress topper for improving sleep in a dorm. My roommate thought I was weird for having a buckwheat pillow until he tried it. Now he wants one.
Sold my Avocado pillow on Facebook Marketplace after a week on this one. The wool fill is more responsive and breathable. And it was $170 cheaper. Not even close.
No lumping. No flattening. Still cool. Happy with this.
Let my daughter pick her own pillow and she went with cotton. She said it feels like a stuffed animal but flat. Can't argue with that description honestly.
We share one pillow (don't ask). The dual-sided design actually works for us. She faces the wool side, I face the buckwheat side. We stopped arguing about pillows.
I run hot. This breathes way better than the polyester fill pillow I had before.
I've been through so many pillows trying to fill the gap between my shoulder and head. This shredded latex fills it perfectly. Keeps its height all night. No more folding the pillow in half.
I love this pillow. My girlfriend does not love the sound. We compromised - I use it when she's not sleeping over and the cotton one when she is. Wish the noise was even lower but it's still quieter than the Hullo I had before.
Love the support. But I'm a light sleeper and the rustling when I move does sometimes wake me up. It's quieter than other buckwheat pillows I've tried but it's still there. If noise doesn't bug you, go for it.
I had a Coyuchi molded latex that cost $200 and wore out in a year. This $79 cotton pillow has been better from day one. Not everything needs to be complicated.
I'm a larger guy (250 lbs) and a side sleeper. The kapok compresses too much for me and I end up with my ear touching the mattress. Probably great for smaller people or stomach sleepers. Going to try the buckwheat instead.
Good quality, love the organic cert, love that it's USA made. But I like a softer pillow and even after removing fill it still has a firmness to it. That's a me thing though, not a product issue.
OK I found it. Buckwheat for alignment, wool for comfort, organic cotton cover, adjustable fill. 6 weeks in, I'm a convert.
I switch between back and side all night. With this pillow I just kind of push the hulls around when I turn and they resettle. Takes 2 seconds. Way faster than trying to refold a regular pillow.
Originally got the travel size for car camping. It was so much better than my inflatable camping pillow that I started using it at home too. Ended up ordering a standard.
There's a faint lanolin smell when you first get it. Not bad, just noticeable. Went away after about a week of use. The pillow itself is incredibly comfortable once you get past that.
Memory foam gave me night sweats. This cotton pillow sleeps way cooler and the support feels more natural. It doesn't do that slow sink thing where you end up in a hole.
Most waterproof protectors sound like sleeping on a chip bag. This one is actually quiet. If you're investing in a nice pillow, protect it.
Used to flip my pillow 3-4 times a night looking for the cool side. Don't need to with buckwheat. The air flows right through the hulls. Both sides are the cool side.
Still holds its shape. Cotton cover has actually gotten softer with washing. No lumping or flat spots. Keeper.
Got the body size (20x72) and it's amazing for side sleeping with it between my knees. The cotton fill is firm enough that it doesn't go flat overnight like every other body pillow I've tried.
The hulls create little air pockets so heat doesn't get trapped. Way better than those gel insert pillows that stop working after an hour.
They said medium-firm, it's medium-firm. They said you might need to remove some fill, I removed some fill. No surprises. Just a good honest pillow.
Got the travel size kapok for flights. It packs down small and weighs nothing. Way more comfortable than those neck donut things. Used it on a 6 hour flight to London and slept the whole way.
Press your hand in and it springs right back. Good loft that doesn't flatten over time. Wicks moisture too.
There was an article going around about forever chemicals in bedding and I went down a rabbit hole. Ended up here because GOTS certified means no PFAS, no flame retardants, no sketchy stuff. Sleeps good too but the peace of mind is why I bought it.
Heavier than I'm used to which actually feels really nice. Dense fill, thick cover. Feels substantial.
Ordered the refill hulls and topped off my pillow. Took 10 minutes. It's like having a brand new pillow again. Try doing that with memory foam.
Soft pillow people this is yours. I got this AND the cotton. Kapok for lounging, cotton for sleeping. This one is like hugging a marshmallow.
Only complaint - when you open the zipper to remove fill, little bits of shredded latex go EVERYWHERE. Do it over a trash bag. The pillow itself is fantastic once you get the amount right.
Got this for my mom who has been complaining about her pillows forever. She called me the next morning and said she slept through the night for the first time in months.
You can shape a little cradle for your head that supports the natural curve of your neck. The hulls don't shift overnight. I woke up in the exact position I fell asleep in.
I had 6 pillows on my bed because none of them worked right so I'd stack them in different combos. Now I have one. Just this one. It's enough.
Cool in summer, warm in winter. I've never had a pillow that works year round before. Usually I swap between a cool pillow and a warm one. This one just stays comfortable regardless.
Had an Avocado green pillow before. Circadian is more adjustable and about the same price. The GOTS cert covers the whole pillow here, not just the cover, which is something Avocado doesn't always make clear.
Do NOT give up after the first night. I almost returned it. By night 4 it was ok. By night 10 it was good. By night 14 I was sleeping better than I have in years. Your body needs time to adjust.
On my 4th wash cycle and the cotton sateen cover is noticeably softer. Like good jeans that break in. The fill hasn't changed at all though, still holding shape.
My husband and I literally argue over who gets this one. Should have bought two.
Took the pillow quiz on the website and it pointed me here. Back sleeper, wanted natural, no foam. Good call. If you're not sure which pillow to get just do the quiz.
Knocked over my coffee in bed (don't judge). The protector did its job. Pillow was bone dry underneath. Organic cotton surface still feels nice, not plastic-y at all.
Someone on r/BuyItForLife said Circadian buckwheat pillows are quieter than Hullo. They were right. The pre-polished hulls make a real difference. Solid purchase.
It's a cotton pillow. It's organic. It's comfortable. There's no secret sauce here and that's what I wanted. Just clean simple materials that work.
This pillow saved me during late night nursing sessions. It's soft enough to be comfortable but supportive enough that my neck isn't wrecked from sitting up in bed at 3am. My toddler also keeps trying to steal it so that's a good sign.
Even after removing a bunch of fill it was still too high for stomach sleeping. Quality is clearly good so I'm keeping it for the couch. Going to try the kapok for my bed.
Had a Beans72 for 4 years. The hulls finally started breaking down. Went with Circadian this time because the polished hulls sounded interesting. They're noticeably smoother and quieter. The organic cotton case is also thicker and better made.
Was skeptical about the temperature claims but wool actually does regulate heat. I used to flip to the cool side constantly. Don't need to anymore. It's not cold, it's just never hot.
My wife has shot down every pillow I've brought home for the last 5 years. Too hot, too flat, too chemical-smelling, too expensive, too cheap. She likes this one. That's the review.
No gimmicks. Organic cotton, a zipper to adjust, good craftsmanship. Sometimes simple is better.
After years of a heavy buckwheat pillow, picking this up feels like picking up air. Great for stomach sleeping.
If you like the feel of memory foam but want to go natural, start here. Shredded latex has that same squishy give but bounces back faster. No heat trap, no chemical smell.
I've had chronic neck stiffness for 2 years. Tried cervical pillows, chiropractic pillows, the whole thing. Got this on a whim and after about 10 days the morning neck tightness just stopped. I also started stretching more so I can't say it's 100% the pillow but it definitely helped. The firmness keeps my head from sinking which I think was the issue the whole time.
Memory foam, latex, down, down alternative, gel, cooling pillows. Tried them all. Nothing comes close to this buckwheat pillow for head and neck support. The adjustability means you can dial it in exactly right. Just get one.
Won this in a giveaway on Instagram. Would not have spent $79 on a pillow otherwise. Now I would. Totally get it. The cotton fill holds up way better than the $20 pillows I was replacing every 3 months.
I've had night sweats for years. Tried cooling gel pillows, bamboo covers, even a pillow with a fan in it (yeah). Wool just wicks the moisture away. I still sweat but the pillow doesn't feel wet. Game changer.
Pillow is nice. Took about 8 days to arrive though.
Weighs like 8 pounds. You're not taking this on a flight. But the trade off is it doesn't budge all night. No more waking up because my pillow slid off or went flat. It just sits there doing its job.
I mostly use the wool side. Soft but not flat, temperature regulating, and way quieter than buckwheat. When my neck needs more structure I flip it over. Love having the option.
I have MCS and finding bedding that doesn't trigger reactions is a nightmare. Most organic pillows have organic covers with conventional fill. The GOTS certification on this covers the whole pillow, not just the cover. No reactions. Sleeping well.
I'm a nurse and I sleep during the day. This pillow blocks out less than blackout curtains but it keeps me cool which is what matters. My old memory foam was like sleeping on a heating pad. Cotton breathes.
Ordered one to test. My husband stole it. Had to order two more. That should tell you everything you need to know.
First night I thought I made a mistake. Felt crunchy and weird. By week three I tried going back to my old pillow and couldn't do it. The alignment and cooling are just better once you get past the adjustment period.
Was on the fence about $79 for a pillow but I've spent more on pillows at Target that ended up in the donation bag after 6 months. This feels like it'll last years. Stitching is solid, cotton is thick. Made in New Jersey which is cool.
I’ve gone through a lot of pillows trying to reduce morning neck stiffness. What I like about this buckwheat pillow is the “set it where you want it” feel. The fill doesn’t compress like down, so once I adjusted the loft, it stayed consistent night to night. Practical notes: it’s heavier than a normal pillow, and it feels different at first. I removed a decent amount of hulls (I’m mostly a back sleeper) and now it sits at the right height. The cotton case feels sturdy and well made. If you’re asking “what is a buckwheat pillow and how does it work? it basically molds like tiny pieces shifting into place, instead of sinking. That’s what gave me better support.
Bought this for my husband's birthday and now he tells EVERYONE about his buckwheat pillow. The mailman, the neighbors, his coworkers. I created a monster.
Buckwheat on one side for firm support, wool on the other for softness. I flip between them depending on what I need. Really smart design.
30 weeks pregnant and my old pillow was killing my neck. This is supportive enough that I don't need to double up pillows anymore. The organic part matters to me now more than ever with a baby coming.
This is not a fluffy cloud pillow. It's firm and supportive. I actually like it but if you want something soft and squishy this isn't it. Look at the kapok instead. For back sleeping the firmness is perfect though.
I've tried every vegan down alternative. Polyester fill, microfiber fill, bamboo fill. They all flatten in a month. Kapok actually stays lofty. It's the real deal. This is what I was looking for.
This thing weighs a ton. You're not going to be fluffing it. But the support is incredible. I have disc issues in my neck and this is the first pillow where I can set the exact height and it actually stays there all night long.
Had a Coyuchi organic cotton pillow that finally wore out. This is honestly better. Denser fill, better construction, and the zipper makes it adjustable which Coyuchi doesn't have. Cheaper too.
Too firm. I like to bunch my pillow up and this just doesn't scrunch the way I want. Well made though, giving it to my sister who likes firm pillows.
Got the queen and it's too big for my pillowcases. Pillow itself is great though. Ordering a standard next time.
When I received this pillow, I was surprised at how heavy it was. This is not something you would want to get to a pillow fight with because you could do some serious damage. Calling this a pillow, having slept on it for the last three nights, is a misnomer. A pillow is a fluffy thing that you use to boost up your head and back when you’re trying to read a book or watch TV in bed. This is a support system for your head and neck while sleeping and in that role it has been absolutely amazing. I have gotten three of my best nights sleep since I started using it realizing that I’m not waking up in the middle of the night to adjust my crushed up deflated pillow, like I usually do. The position that I lay down in after adjusting the pillow is the position that I wake up in. The circadian pillow doesn’t lose its loft through the night, requiring you to constantly make changes in your positio…
I'm vegan so down was never an option but I always missed that fluffy softness. Kapok is exactly what I wanted. Lofty and light. Way better than any synthetic down alternative I've tried.
Side sleeper. The medium-firm fill keeps my head aligned without that sinking feeling you get with down. Waking up without the shoulder crunch for the first time in a while.
My chiro said try buckwheat for my neck issues. I wasn't ready for that so I went with the organic cotton as a middle ground. Firmer than my old pillow but not a bag of rocks. Neck has been better. Might try the buckwheat eventually.
Used Hullo for years and the noise always bugged my wife. Circadian's hulls are noticeably quieter, maybe half the rustling. The hulls feel smoother too.
My last pillow (memory foam from Amazon) had that terrible off-gassing smell for weeks. This one just smells like cotton. That's it. No chemical smell. Small thing but it was a big deal for me.
I have three herniated discs in my neck from a car accident. I need something that holds its shape and doesn't let my head drop. This is it. You mold it exactly where you need it and it stays. My PT asked what changed.
Was a bit too tall for me as a stomach sleeper so I pulled out some fill through the zipper. Took about a week to find the right amount but now it's perfect. Nice that you can customize it.
Bought one. Then another. Then two more for the guest room. Our whole house is Circadian pillows now. The cotton ones are the crowd pleasers because they feel familiar but better than anything from Target or Pottery Barn.
We needed something certified organic for our daughter's room. Most natural pillows only have organic covers. This one is organic inside and out. GOTS certified. That mattered to us.
If you've ever stayed at a nice hotel and wished you could buy that pillow but without the mystery chemicals, this is basically it.
I keep sniffing this pillow waiting for something to smell wrong. Nothing. Just cotton. After years of airing out memory foam for weeks this is refreshing.
This is a high-quality buckwheat pillow and the support is real. I’m a side sleeper and it holds my neck/shoulder line better than my memory foam did. The adjustability is the main win remove hulls and it gets lower/softer, add hulls and it gets higher/firmer. That said: there is some noise when you move. I wouldn’t call it loud, but if you’re extremely noise-sensitive, it’s worth knowing. Also, it’s a “firm by design” pillow so if you want plush, kapok/cotton style, you’ll probably prefer a different material. Overall, I’m keeping it because the support and temperature feel are better than what I had before.
I've been through so many pillows. Memory foam, down, polyester - they all compress after a couple months. This one actually holds its shape. Removed a handful of fill to get the height right and two months in it still feels the same as day one.
I've tried them all, Hullo, comfycomfy, beans72, amazon garbagio. Circadian beats them all - it's probably half as loud and doesnt feel like sleeping on crunchy cereal, plus no more back pain since it molds to my neck and head. Surprisingly, Circadian is also the least expensive standard size buckwheat pillow. Highly recommend this pillow
I was searching “best pillow for hot sleepers” and kept seeing buckwheat mentioned. I get why now. This pillow doesn’t trap heat the way foam does, and it doesn’t collapse the way down alternatives can. The feel is more “precise” than cozy, like it locks in the shape you set. Once I adjusted it, it helped me stop stacking my arm under the pillow. I also like that it feels breathable and dry through the night. If you want a pillow that stays lofty and structured, this is a strong option. If you like a soft, cuddly pillow, I’d look at wool or kapok instead.
I bought the Circadian Buckwheat Pillow because I wanted a firmer pillow that I could actually adjust. I’m a side sleeper and most “supportive” pillows still end up too flat or too hot. This one feels structured right away, and the big difference is that you can remove hulls until your neck feels neutral. It also sleeps noticeably cooler than my shredded foam pillow. It’s not “silent,” but the sound is more of a soft rustle than a crunchy noise. After a few nights I stopped noticing it. If you like a squishy, sink-in feel, you probably won’t love buckwheat. If you want stable support and the ability to tune the height, this is the first pillow that actually delivered that for me.
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