9 Organic Pillows Made With Nontoxic Materials

For Sweet (Sustainable) Dreams

Our secret to getting deep sleep? Organic pillows. 😴

Unlike your traditional box store pillow, organic pillows are crafted from nontoxic materials, like pesticide-free cotton or chemical-free natural latex, so you’ll never have to worry about your health (or the health of the planet) while sleeping. Organic pillows will last you longer too, given the fibers’ superior quality. I.e., Don’t let the price tags scare you; these pillows are a worthwhile investment.

We’ve rounded up 10 brands offering varying sizes and plushness for the stomach sleeper, avid napper, and everyone in between. So stock up on your faves and rest without worry, friends.

And while you’re giving your bedroom an eco-friendly boost, check out our guides to affordable organic mattresses, organic mattress toppers, and organic mattress protectors.

*Article updated August 2022

1. Avocado

Made In | USA
Organic Materials | GOLS Certified organic latex & cotton, GOTS Certified organic kapok fill
Size & Firmness | Standard to King, Medium Plush
Price of Standard Pillow | $99

Avocado’s organic pillows complement the brand’s natural, nontoxic mattresses. Handmade in Los Angeles, these GREENGUARD Gold Certified pillows use GOLS Certified organic latex, organic jersey cotton liner, and organic kapok fill for a medium-plush feel to rest your tired head on. The B Corp also gives back to environmental causes, proving its dedication to sustainability time and time again.

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2. Under the Canopy

Made In | USA
Organic Materials | Organic cotton & recycled polyfill
Size & Firmness | Standard, King, & Euro; Medium or Firm Support
Price of Standard Pillow | $38+

For affordable down alternative pillows, Under the Canopy is our go-to. Using an organic cotton shell and filled with recycled polyfill, these pillows are both hypoallergenic and OEKO-TEX Certified. Working with ethical and environmentally certified factories in India and Bahrain, the team also gives back to causes like women’s empowerment and education. With your choice of size and firmness, it’s an ideal investment.

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3. Coyuchi

Made In | Sri Lanka
Organic Materials | GOLS Certified organic Dunlop latex, GOTS Certified organic cotton
Size & Firmness | Standard to King; Medium-Firm Support
Price of Standard Pillow | $128

Coyuchi’s Molded Organic Latex Pillow, one of many Coyuchi offers, uses GOLS Certified organic Dunlop latex for a fresh night’s sleep. Best for back and side sleepers, this material is breathable, resistant to mold and mildew, and biodegradable. Not sure if this ethically made pillow is for you? Check out Coyuchi’s pillow guide to choose your best fit.

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4. Boll & Branch

Made In | USA
Organic Materials | Organic cotton
Size & Firmness | Standard & King; choice of Soft, Medium, Firm Support
Price of Standard Pillow | $88

Like all Boll & Branch bedding and bath goods, the brand’s pillow collection is ethically and sustainably made under fair trade conditions. The luxury down alternative pillow is OEKO-TEX Certified, replacing feathers and other animal by-products by using allergy-friendly PrimaLoft fibers and 100 percent organic cotton covers. Best of all, you can choose soft, medium, and firm support for whatever your sleep needs are.

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5. Saatva

Made In | USA
Organic Materials | Organic cotton and American Talalay latex
Size & Firmness | Queen and King; Medium-Plush Support
Price of Queen Pillow | $165

Want that plush pillow experience you find in hotels? You’ll love Saatva’s organic and eco-friendly pillow. Crafted with 100 percent organic cotton and 100 percent sustainable American Talalay latex, this pillow is as luxurious as it is supportive. If you suffer from spine or neck pain, a few nights on a Saatva pillow may be a game-changer. (And if you learn it’s not for you, you can leverage Saatva’s 45-day return policy.)

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6. Naturepedic

Made In | USA
Organic Materials | Organic cotton & shredded latex
Size & Firmness | Standard to King; medium firmness (adjustable)
Price of Queen Pillow | $119

Do you toss and turn while you sleep? Do you struggle to find the right position? Naturepedic’s organic adjustable pillow may be just what you need! One side is quilted (using sugarcane fibers) while the other side is flat, and the fill is made from shredded natural latex that you can remove or add back in; it’s basically a DIY dream pillow! And the brand’s ethics are as versatile as the pillow itself: Organic materials, MADE SAFE certification, US ethical production, and support for 1% for the Planet. Sweet and sustainable dreams for even the lightest sleeper.

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7. Birch

Made In | USA
Organic Materials | GOTS Certified organic cotton, wool, and natural latex
Size & Firmness | Queen and King; Plush Support
Price of Queen Pillow | $99

Want to know exactly where your pillows come from? Birch pillows are made with cruelty-free wool directly from New Zealand farmers and with natural latex sourced from Southeast Asia. Handmade in the USA, these GREENGUARD Gold and GOTS Certified pillows are cool and moisture-wicking, so you won’t have any night sweats. As an added bonus, Birch donates one percent of sales to the National Forest Foundation.

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8. Sol Organics

Made In | Canada
Organic Materials | GOTS Certified cotton and natural fibers
Size & Firmness | Standard and King; choice of Soft, Medium, Firm Support
Price of Standard Pillow | $118

Proudly based out of Canada, Sol Organics wants to make ethical luxury accessible. Weaving together responsibly grown and harvested 100 percent Canadian white down with 100 percent GOTS Certified cotton down proof, this hypoallergenic filling is light, breathable, and gets softer with every wash. Fair Trade, organic, and nontoxic, each purchase invests in a better, more just world.

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9. NaturalMat

Made In | Devon, UK
Organic Materials | Organic wool and cotton
Size & Firmness | Standard and Superking; Firm Support
Price of Standard Pillow | £65

UK-based NaturalMat offers home and nursery goods, including a range of pillows, all made by hand in Devon using wool from local organic farms. Its organic wool pillow is perfect for those who like firmer feels while enjoying a safe, chemical-free night’s sleep. Locally sourced, sustainable, and fair trade, it’s no surprise the NaturalMat team has experienced incredible success for over two decades.

9 Organic Pillows Made With Nontoxic Materials

For Sweet (Sustainable) Dreams