GQ magazine included Cariloha bamboo sheets in their article, “The Best Cooling Sheets for Hot Sleepers”, in which they share their recommended sheets, based on testing and fabric type, for those who tend to sleep hot and want to cool down. GQ is a long-standing, top-tier publication that receives over 6.3 million unique monthly visitors.
The Best Cooling Sheets for Hot Sleepers
By Andrea Carrillo and Maggie Slepian
No more waking up in a pool of sweat.
Few things feel worse at night than the stuffy sensation of being too hot in bed. And if you’re a hot sleeper, not having the best cooling sheets can make it impossible to beat the sweat—no matter how many blankets you kick off.
The good news is that choosing sheets with temperature-regulating properties can make a world of difference. The secret is in natural fibers, which are more breathable, naturally odor-resistant, and naturally thermoregulating to keep your body at the optimal temperature.
The best cooling sheets we’ve found are made with cotton percale, linen, and bamboo viscose. These airy, moisture-wicking bedding sets help hot sleepers maintain a comfortable temperature, help you fall asleep faster (and stay asleep), and increase your chances of waking up refreshed, not sticky.
We tested a range of natural-fiber bedding at various price points and confidently say our selection of cooling sheets has helped us get a healthy night’s sleep, no matter the temperature.
Best Cooling Sheets
Softest Cooling Sheets: Cariloha Resort Bamboo Sheets
Cariloha was one of my first sheet upgrades several years ago, and I’m happy to say they’ve remained a stalwart in my warm-weather rotation ever since.
The Resort Sheets are one of the brand’s flagship offerings, made from its smooth yet soft bamboo viscose with a sleek sateen finish that still prevents heat from being trapped, but doesn’t feel as slippery as other viscose sheets I tested.
The sheets are also quite odor-resistant, which helps keep them feeling fresher longer than some cotton or cotton-blend sheets I’ve tested.
Bamboo fibers also have naturally allergy-resistant properties thanks to the material’s propensity for inhibiting bacterial growth, which can help reduce skin irritation.
I’ve had one of my Resort sets for over three years and have seen almost no pilling or material wear after many wash cycles, and I love that they are available in nine different sizes.
As a final benefit, the Resort Sheets are certified carbon neutral, demonstrating sustainable practices across material sourcing and manufacturing.
Read more from GQ here.
