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Q & A: Water Pillows: “ What Are They?

Q.
I have recently received a Water Pillow with my order but have never seen or used one before. What exactly is a "Water Pillow?"

10/15/07 | by LJ of Ogden, UT

A.
​​​Water Pillows are small packets that contain either Propylene Glycol or Polysodium Acrylate, which are small "crystals" that are extremely absorbent. In fact, these crystals can absorb a ratio of 500 to 1 in terms of water. When the Water Pillows are soaked in distilled water, the propylene glycol crystals absorb the moisture and rapidly expand, creating a small "pillow," hence its name. These pillows regulate humidity through the process of diffusion, by slowing releasing moisture and maintaining a relative humidity of 70%. Due to the natural release of 70% humidity, these Water Pillows are ideal when shipping or traveling with cigars, since they will keep them moist during transit and last about 3 to 4 weeks. Humi-Care is responsible for the original prototype and has also brought other similar products to light such as their 4 and 2 ounce crystal jars. Water Pillows are another reason why our cigars arrive moist and ready to smoke every time!

by Dave

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