Spring marks the return of allergy season with hayfever back on the rise, so we’ve tracked down the best anti-allergy bedding to help make sure you still get a good night’s sleep
The fact that spring has finally sprung is a cause for celebration for all of us, but for those who suffer from allergies, it’s a bittersweet moment. Yes the sun is out and the temperature is rising, but March also marks the start of peak tree pollen season, which affects around 13 million Brits who suffer from hayfever.
One of the worst parts of having allergies is trying to sleep, which is why investing in some anti-allergy bedding can be the saving grace to getting a good night’s rest. Last year, Aldi’s Sneeze-Free Anti-Allergy Bedding was a sell out hit with shoppers, and now it’s back for another year to make it easy and affordable to upgrade your bedding.
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Available in stores from tomorrow (March 19) the Anti-Allergy range has been approved by leading experts Allergy UK, and is specially treated to help reduce build-up of allergens, bacteria and dust mites that can make hayfever symptoms worse. Everything in the collection is also machine washable and tumble dryer-friendly, so you can make sure your bedding is clean and sneeze-free.
The full range includes duvets in both double and king size from £14.99, mattress protectors from £6.99, mattress toppers (£19.99), and pillow pairs (£7.99). Like everything in Aldi’s middle aisle though, they won’t be around forever so once they’re gone, they’re gone. If you miss out or just want to shop around, we’ve rounded up some other great anti-allergy bedding options to suit all budgets.
Available in sizes single to super king, this duvet cover from Dusk is now on sale and made from 100% soft and breathable cotton. It’s finished with HeiQ Allergen Tech which reduces common surface allergens like dust mites, pet allergens and pollen to make it easier to sleep at night.
Specially designed for side sleepers thanks to the firm-support 100% polyester filling, this pillow pair from Dunelm has been endorsed by the British Allergy Foundation. They’re dust mite-resistant, and prevent bacteria and fungi from growing which can exacerbate allergy symptoms.
Also on sale at Debenhams is this duvet and pillow set from Slumberdown, which come with Allergy UK’s seal of approval. The 10.5 tog duvet is ideal for year-round use, and both the duvet and pillows are filled with anti-allergy hollowfibre which reduces the build up of bacteria, dust mites and fungus.
Designed with four-in-one relief for allergy sufferers, these pillow protectors use HeiQ Allergen Tech treatments to protect against the four allergens most commonly found in bedding. Using active probiotics rather than chemicals, they reduce exposure to pollen, dust mite matter, dog, and cat allergens, and break them down and consume the inanimate allergens to clean them away.
A mattress protector is great for adding some extra comfort to your mattress, as well as helping keep it clean and fresh, but it can also prevent allergens from getting into it. This Silentnight one is filled with anti-allergy fibres that help allergy and asthma sufferers, and has been scientifically proven to protect against both bacteria and allergens such as dust mites.
