But whether we’re talking about bed pillows or throw pillows, it’s pretty much unavoidable: after some use, any pillow is bound to loose some of its oomph. Here are some tips for bringing pillows back to life. The fix? “A few good karate chops,” says Juneja. So consider that a good enough excuse for releasing any pent-up aggression. “When in doubt, make sure the pillow is fully laundered and dried in a proper dryer,” says Homer. “Then put it outside for a sunbath, a final freshening step, if desired.”