Ayurvastra Pranayama Pillow - Indigo

This Ayurvastra Pranayama Pillow is designed to gently support the spine, open the chest, and encourage deeper, more expansive breathing during pranayama, restorative yoga, and meditation. Its slim, elongated shape gives subtle lift without strain. Handloomed from organic cotton and prepared with traditional Ayurvastra textile methods, the cover is infused during the herbal dyeing process and made in small batches by artisan weaving communities. The textiles are treated with the Gayatri Mantra, honouring the spiritual roots of Ayurvastra. The pillow is filled with organic buckwheat husks for adaptive support. The cover is removable and washable. Each piece is individually handcrafted, so slight variations in tone, texture, and size are part of its character.

Key features

• Slim design for pranayama, restorative yoga, and meditation

• Removable, washable outer cover

• Filled with organic buckwheat husks

• Handloom-woven organic cotton cover

• Ayurvastra herbal textile tradition; Gayatri Mantra

• Ethically produced; natural, breathable, biodegradable

Dimensions
Length: approx. 66–69 cm (26–27 in) | Width: approx. 15–18 cm (6–7 in) | Height: approx. 10–13 cm (4–5 in) | Weight: approx. 1.3–1.5 kg (c. 3 lb)

Ayurvastra is the ancient Indian tradition of dyeing textiles with medicinal herbs so that the cloth itself supports healing, balance, and wellbeing. At Healing Textiles, we honour this practice by working with artisan communities who prepare organic cotton with Kasyam (22 Ayurvedic herbs) and botanical plant dyes, then handweave each piece on traditional looms. The result is fabric that is gentle on skin, free from synthetic chemicals, and rooted in centuries of wisdom.

Ayurvastra has its roots in Ayurveda — the system of health and living that has been practised in India for millennia. Textiles were historically dyed with herbs such as turmeric, neem, tulsi, sandalwood, and indigo not only for colour but for their therapeutic qualities. Cloth was used to wrap the body, support recovery, and maintain balance in daily life. Over time, this knowledge was passed down through lineages of dyers and weavers, often in tandem with spiritual practice. Today, as interest in natural materials and holistic wellbeing grows, Ayurvastra is being revived by those who value authenticity, sustainability, and the connection between what we wear or practise on and our health.

Healing Textiles exists to make this tradition accessible without compromising its authenticity. We work with partners who follow the full process — Kasyam, mantra, plant dyes, handloom — and we offer clear information about each herb and colour so you can choose what supports you. Every rug, pillow, and block is made in small batches, with no synthetic chemicals, so you can practise and rest on cloth that is soft on skin and strong on healing.

The Benefits

• Naturally antimicrobial and skin-friendly
• Breathable, gentle on sensitive skin
• Free from synthetic dyes and chemicals
• Infused with herbal properties that may support balance and calm
• Ethically made; supports artisan and weaving communities
• Biodegradable and low-impact

• Low-Impact Dyeing — We use only plant-based dyes and natural mordants; no synthetic chemicals in our process.
• Heritage Craft — Our textiles honour traditional Ayurvastra practices passed down through generations.
• Ethical Partnerships — We work with artisans and weaving communities who are paid fairly and valued for their skill.
• Wellbeing First — Every piece is made to support calm, grounding, and healing in daily practice.

Shipping

• UK: £14.20 for 24-hour express.
• International: For overseas delivery please get in touch at hello@healingtextiles.com and we’ll do our best to help.
• Delays/customs: Customer responsible for customs/duties on international orders; we are not responsible for delays once the parcel has been handed to the carrier.

Returns & exchanges

• Returns: We accept returns within 14 days of delivery. Items must be unused, unwashed, in their original condition, with packaging and tags intact.
  
  Because our rugs come into direct contact with the skin, we cannot accept returns of used items.
  
  We’re a small business and unfortunately at this stage we’re unable to take responsibility for return postage costs, unless the item is faulty. The original shipping costs are also non-refundable.
• Artisan character: Each piece is handwoven; subtle variations in weave, tone, and texture are part of the natural and herbal dye process and are not defects.
• Faulty or damaged: Please contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll sort it promptly:
  hello@healingtextiles.com