Natural latex & allergies
Natural latex has a genuinely useful health story, but the word “latex” also makes some people think of latex allergy. Both things are true at once, so here's a straight, honest explanation of each.
Naturally hypoallergenic
Natural latex resists dust mites, mould, and bacteria on its own — the things that trigger many common bedtime allergies and stuffiness. There's no chemical treatment involved; it's simply how the material behaves. That's part of why latex is often recommended for allergy-prone sleepers, and why our latex is certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Class 1, the class tested safe even for babies.
What about latex allergy?
A true latex allergy is a reaction to proteins in natural rubber latex, most associated with direct skin contact with products like medical gloves. It's worth taking seriously — and two things are relevant here.
- In normal use the latex never touches your skin — the cotton cover and your pillowcase sit between you and it.
- The manufacturing process washes and cures the latex, which reduces residual proteins.
- If you have a diagnosed latex allergy, that's a medical question — please check with your doctor before buying.
The honest bottom line
For the vast majority of people, natural latex is one of the cleaner, more allergy-friendly materials to sleep on. For the small number with a diagnosed latex allergy, the cotton barrier helps — but your doctor's advice comes first.
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