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Do Cooling Sheets Actually Work? A Sleep Coach Weighs In
Hint: The answer is yes.
Now that summer is headed our way, it’s time to invest in a set of cooling sheets. If you’re wondering if these things work, you’re not alone. We also questioned their ability to actually get and keep you cool during the hottest months of the year, so we tapped Kaley Medina, a certified sleep coach and owner of Live Love Sleep, for her expert opinion on the matter.
“A significant advantage of cooling sheets is their ability to prevent night sweats, which occur when our body becomes too hot during sleep,” she points out. “Excessive sweating not only disrupts our sleep but can also leave us feeling dehydrated and dizzy the next day.” We’ve definitely been there, so consider us captivated by the advent of cooling sheets. “Night sweats can also soil our bed sheets, causing major inconvenience. And while changing or washing sheets every day may not be feasible, avoiding night sweats by way of a cool sleeping environment is possible,” Medina adds.
She’s not wrong. Unless you have several sets of clean sheets on hand, don’t waste your time or your efforts swapping them out every day. Instead, get yourself one or two sets of cooling sheets that will actually keep you cool. No, these aren’t marketing gimmicks; they’re the real deal. “There are two things to look for when selecting the right cooling sheets for you: The first is moisture-wicking properties, and the second is the material,” Medina notes. “While most cooling sheets are breathable, individuals who sweat during sleep should prioritize bedding that not only facilitates airflow but also draws away and absorbs excess moisture from the body.”
Brittney Morgan is a noted land mermaid and a Virgo with a penchant for crafts, red lipstick, and buying way too many throw pillows. Her work has also been published at Apartment Therapy, NYLON, HuffPost, Hello Giggles, Elite Daily, and more.
Kelly Allen is the current Associate Editor at House Beautiful, where she covers design, pop culture, and travel for digital and the print magazine. She’s been with the team for nearly three years, attending industry events and covering a range of topics. When she’s not watching every new TV show and movie, she’s browsing vintage home stores, admiring hotel interiors, and wandering around New York City. She previously worked for Delish and Cosmopolitan. Follow her on Instagram.
Jessica Cherner is House Beautiful’s associate shopping editor and knows where to find the best high-low pieces for any room.
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