The Best Cooling Sheets for Hot Sleepers
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, at a Glance:
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Best Cooling Sheets Overall: Cultiver Linen Sheet Set
Cultiver is revered for its Oeko-Tex-certified, 100% European linen sheets—and after a week of resting on its bestselling set, I understand why. I’ve tested my fair share of linen bedding, and this is a rare set that actually feels pre-washed straight out of the package. The fabric is incredibly soft and doesn’t have an inkling of stiffness. It felt even better to snuggle into after the first wash. I didn’t feel stuffy once in my sleep, and I sleep beneath a heated blanket in the winter. The fabric is so airy and breathable that I’d love to have an entire wardrobe made out of it. The envelope pillowcases swaddled my pillow nicely and felt crisp against my face, too. This is truly a perfected linen sheet set, but the obvious con is the steep cost of $445—however, if there were ever a linen sheet set worthy of such a high price tag, it would be this one.
Best Linen Sheets: Quince Linen European Sheet Set
Quince
European Linen Sheet Set
Quince, the ever-growing marketplace where you can find everything from $50 cashmere to affordable engagement rings, also sells quality European Linen bedding. The queen sheet set cashes in at $180, a reasonable price for such luxurious threads. As someone who has had Quince’s European Linen Duvet Cover Set for almost three years, I can say with confidence that Quince’s linen checks off many boxes: It gets softer with every wash, breathes, and withstands the tests of time. Although I did not get a chance to snooze on the linen sheet set specifically, I imagine it delivers the same cooling sleep experience as my duvet cover—especially after a quick peek at the reviews. One Quince reviewer mentions that the set is “pretty, soft, and cozy” as well as great for her sensitive skin. Others were worried about machine washing as linen can occasionally shrink but, according to Quince reviewer Melanie “they leave extra room for shrinkage so they don’t get too small,” and “get softer with time.”
