How to Use & Care for Your Derila

One-minute quick start

1. Place the pillow so the higher ridge is toward your neck.
2. Back sleeping: rest the back of your head in the central cradle; avoid stacking extra pillows.
3. Side sleeping: set the higher ridge under the neck; keep nose and sternum aligned. Let the bottom shoulder sit along the edge — don’t scrunch it under you.
4. Breathe out, let the head get heavy. If you feel the chin drifting down, slide slightly until the ridge fills the neck curve.

Give it a few nights — small, consistent setup beats big tweaks.

Best positions (and what to avoid)

• Back: eyes pointing straight up; avoid chin-to-chest from tall stacks.
• Side: straight line from nose to sternum; use the shoulder-friendly edge to prevent pinch.
• Frequent turner: center the pillow so the contour “catches” you the same way when you roll.
• Avoid: putting the higher ridge under the back of the head (it’s for the neck), or sleeping with the head way above the torso.

Adaptation timeline

• Night 1–2: new feel; practice the “neck first, head second” slide into place.
• Night 3–5: posture becomes automatic; fewer mid-night readjustments.
• After a week: alignment feels “set and forget” for many users.

Care & cleaning

• Removable cover: machine wash cold, gentle cycle; air-dry flat. Avoid high heat.
• Foam core: do not machine wash. Spot-clean lightly; allow to air out fully before use.
• Keep it dry: use a breathable pillowcase; avoid moisture and direct sun for long periods.
• Always follow the specific care label on your unit if it differs.

Troubleshooting (fast fixes)

• Neck feels unsupported: slide so the ridge fills the gap between shoulder and skull; keep the head in the cradle.
• Chin tucks down: reduce extra pillows; aim eyes straight up (back) or ahead (side).
• Shoulder jam on side: bring the bottom shoulder slightly forward; hug a small cushion to open the chest.
• Too firm at first: give it a few minutes to warm and adapt; a breathable case helps initial feel.

General comfort guidance — not medical advice. If discomfort persists, consult a clinician.