Microwavable Eye Pillow - 4" x 9" Flaxseed Hot & Cold Pack | Whiffy
This handmade 4" x 9" microwavable eye pillow provides natural relief for headaches, migraines, eye strain, sinus pressure, and stress. Filled with 100% natural flaxseed and optional aromatherapy herbs, this soft cotton eye pillow delivers gentle weighted comfort while soothing tired eyes and facial tension.
Simply microwave for 20–30 seconds to enjoy relaxing moist heat, or place in the freezer for 2+ hours for cooling relief. The natural flaxseed filling holds heat longer than rice and provides gentle pressure that helps calm the nervous system and promote relaxation.
What Can This Microwavable Eye Pillow Help With?
- Tension headaches and migraines
- Digital eye strain from screens
- Sinus pressure and congestion
- Puffy eyes and dark circles
- Stress, anxiety, and sleep issues
The gentle weight of the flaxseed naturally contours to your face and temples, providing soothing acupressure that helps relax eye muscles and relieve pressure.
Why Choose Flaxseed Instead of Rice?
Flaxseed is widely considered the best natural filling for microwavable heating pads and eye pillows.
- Retains heat 2–3 times longer than rice (20–30 minutes vs. 10–15 minutes)
- Provides smoother, more even heat distribution
- Won’t develop odors or attract pests like rice can
- Creates gentle weight for calming pressure on the eyes
This combination of heat therapy and gentle weight makes flaxseed eye pillows especially effective for relieving migraines, tension headaches, and eye fatigue.
How to Use Your Microwavable Eye Pillow
- Heat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds for soothing moist heat therapy
- Place in the freezer for 2+ hours for cooling relief
- Use during meditation, yoga, relaxation, or before sleep
- Place over eyes and temples to relieve tension and promote calm
Handmade Quality
Each Whiffy microwavable eye pillow is handcrafted in California using soft cotton fabric and natural flaxseed filling. Designed for long-lasting use, it can be heated or cooled hundreds of times and comes with a drawstring storage bag and instruction card.
A thoughtful self-care essential and a perfect gift for anyone seeking natural relaxation and stress relief.
- Size: 4" x 9"
- Weight: Approximately 10.25 ounces
- Filling: 100% natural flaxseed + your choice of dried herbs
- Fabric: Cotton or flannel on one side, soft flannel on the other
- Heat retention: Stays warm for 20-30 minutes
- Cold retention: Stays chilled for 15-20 minutes
- Best for: Eyes, forehead, temples, sinuses, back of neck
- Reusable: Hundreds of uses - heat or chill as needed
- Made in: Handcrafted in California, USA since 2006
- Includes: Reusable drawstring storage bag and instruction card
Choose from these aromatherapy herbs to enhance your experience:
Lavender
Best for: Insomnia, anxiety, stress, nervousness, restlessness, and depression
Benefits: May promote calmness and overall wellness
Scent: Floral and sweet with balsamic notes
Perfect for: Bedtime relaxation, meditation, or unwinding after a stressful day
Peppermint Â
Best for: Tension headaches, congestion, muscle cramps, irritability, and anxiety
Benefits: May ease headache pain and open airways naturally
Scent: Cool and minty fresh
Perfect for: Morning energy boost, post-workout recovery, or sinus relief
Chamomile
Best for: Anxiety, depression, nightmares, insomnia, stiff joints, and congestion
Benefits: May soothe anxiety and promote restful sleep
Scent: Mild but sweet, almost like apple
Perfect for: Evening wind-down, gentle relaxation, or calming nervous thoughts
Mix & Match:
Create your perfect blend by combining herbs:
- Lavender + Peppermint: Headache relief with calming relaxation
- Lavender + Chamomile: Deep sleep and stress reduction
- Peppermint + Chamomile: Clear sinuses while easing anxiety
No Added Herbs:
Prefer unscented? Choose this option for heat and cold therapy without aromatherapy. Still provides the same pain relief benefits.
Herbs can be used in our eye pillows, hot and cold packs, and neck wraps. Choose one herb or a combination of herbs.Â
**Please Note:** Our products are designed for comfort and relaxation, not to treat medical conditions. The statements about aromatherapy and heat/cold therapy have not been evaluated by the FDA. Results may vary. Always consult your doctor for medical concerns, and test temperature before use to prevent injury.
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Whiffys are spot clean only. Do not immerse in water or put in the washing machine.
Whiffys will ship within 2 business days after order is placed. Most orders will ship via the United States Postal Service. Returns may be made within 30 days on unused items only.