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If You’re A Hot Sleeper, You’ll Want To Grab These 21 Things

If the summer heat thinks it can rob you of your precious sleep, it better think again.

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by Gabriela Manjarrez BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

I'm a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a variety of topics from beauty to home to travel, while having a special enthusiasm for K-beauty, quirky (but useful!) trinkets, and all things luxe and aesthetic.

1. A breathable bamboo mattress topper so that when you finally have some time off your feet, it'll make you feel like you're taking your break on Cloud Nine. It's made with rayon from bamboo fabric, giving it temperature-regulating properties that wick moisture away, keeping you wonderfully cool. Whether you're picking up your book where you left off or trying to get some shut-eye, this fluffy topper *literally* has your back.

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Promising review: "I love this mattress pad. It's very well made. It has a substantial amount of cushion to just add extra comfort on top of your mattress. It stays cool and doesn't overheat. I was very pleased that it had no smell. It's better made than quite a few mattress pads that I have bought in the past. It has just the right amount of cushion that you can feel it and yet it's not too soft so that causes you more back pain, as I struggle with back pain. I highly recommend it. It fits my deep mattress easily and stays put. This one is just so much nicer than all of the others. I highly recommend it. It's a fantastic mattress topper!!!" —planetblonde

Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in six sizes).

2. A set of two cooling pillows for that noggin of yours because it deserves a resting place made for royalty. No more treating your pillow like a punching bag to fluff it back up in the middle of the night — many reviewers say these are cool, supportive, and keep their shape!

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Promising review: "These Beckham Hotel Collection pillows are really comfortable and a great value. They come out fluffy and hold their shape well after a few nights of use. Not too firm and not too soft—kind of that perfect middle that works for different sleeping positions. They provide good support for the neck without feeling stiff. The material feels soft and breathable, so they stay cool through the night. After using them for a while, they still bounce back and don’t go flatten easily. Overall, a solid choice if you want comfortable, everyday pillows without spending a lot." —Jean Paul

Get a set of two from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three sizes).

3. Or if you're feeling a bit splurgy, a Casper cooling pillow that'll keep your head delightfully snuggled with super squishy foam while keeping it cool for at least 12 hours. 

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My colleague Heather Braga just started using this: "I'm personally always hot even with my air conditioning on full blast, so I was thrilled to put this cooling pillow to the test. Right out of the box, it felt cool to the touch. It's very plush and squishy (my son really enjoyed jumping onto it, haha). It seems to mold to my head — it's extremely comfortable. Most importantly, it somehow STAYS that cold at all times. It really is fabulous!"

Get it from Amazon for $161.10+ (available in two sizes).

4. A cooling blanket for those who can't truly reach full ~cozy state~ unless they're wrapped up in a blankie, but don't want anything that makes them hotter since it's already a thousand degrees outside. 🙄 Made with Japanese cold fiber fabric and mica nylon designed to absorb and dissipate your body heat quickly, this little gem will have you marathoning your fave summer TV shows in complete and utter ~bliss~.

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Promising review: "It really cools. I bought the twin size as a throw since I’m the one who was hot at night with hot flashes. It recommended not to wash in warm water or dry warm heat as it will cause the cooling tech to change. It feels soft like nylon and spandex mix — very light. I would buy this again for a person with hot sweats.:)" —Donna M

Get it from Amazon for $16.37+ (available in eight colors and four sizes).

5. A cool-to-the-touch sleep set because those beloved sweats you've been using as PJs may have worked perfectly for the chillier months, but you'll def need something more breathable for the summer! These are made of viscose and spandex to keep you from having to toss and turn all night in discomfort. Oh, and the waist is elastic!

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Promising review: "I will never buy another pair of warm weather PJs again other than these. I am a thirty-something post-baby lady, and with my hormones paired with living in Arizona, I needed PJs that were cool and comfortable. But I often found that the fabric of other PJs would rapidly get worn, pilled, and rough. These silky soft PJs have been going strong for months now through countless hot flashes and heat waves when it would get into the 80s in our bedroom. If you are a hot-blooded person and need to cool down, I can't recommend these PJs enough. I literally never leave reviews but felt compelled to preach to others the good word of Latuza's PJs." —Margery

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in women's sizes S–4XL and 19 colors).

6. A Sheex x Brrr° silky sleep mask that comes equipped with quick-drying, sweat-wicking, mineral-infused fabric that'll feel great on your face *and* block out light to help aid in falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer.

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Sheex is a woman-owned small business from Michelle Marciniak and Susan Walvius — former University of South Carolina basketball coaches who set out to make bedding as comfortable as their favorite performance fabrics.

Promising review: "I’m one of those who rarely reviews things, and when I received this in the mail I legitimately thought I was scammed out of $30. It looks like nothing, just your average silky eye mask. I put it on and it certainly didn’t feel like anything special. Ha, I ate those words. I don’t know what kind of black magic they’re using in the manufacturing process (especially with these supply chain issues), but I actually can’t be without it now. It fully covers my eyes in the lightest, most comfortable way, and it doesn’t feel restrictive at all. Over the long Thanksgiving weekend, there were three nights in a row that I slept 9+ HOURS !!! I mean, this is not a drill. My husband thought something was wrong with me. Bottom line, I’m getting some of the best sleep I’ve ever gotten. Do your battle-tattered body a favor and get one of these." —Ruth

Get it from Sheex for $28 (originally $35; available in two colors).

7. A set of breathable bamboo-rayon bedsheets because they'll welcome you with a wonderfully cooling hug for your midday nap. This soft, moisture-wicking material will help prevent sweaty nights so you can still have a good night's sleep without waking up in a puddle of sweat in the morning.

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Promising reviews: "Best sheets we've ever had in 35 years of marriage. I sweat at night and my husband is cold. We are both comfortable with these sheets. They do wick moisture. Within two minutes of my getting up with a sweaty torso, the sheets are dry again. They are truly soft. We have had no staining. They've been washed and re-used three times for a week each. Zero pilling. We have a cat and she sometimes crawls under the blankets. No snags from her claws. Zero wrinkling. Highly recommend you buy these!" —Alexandra A. Munroe

"Living in Florida, it is a definite necessity that I stay cool at night while I sleep. I slept with these sheets and absolutely loved how they retained the cold air in the room, so every time I got back into bed, I was greeted by a cool bed that welcomed me in a somewhat stuffy and muggy heat signature of Florida. These sheets kept me comfortably cool all night." —The Smart Cookie

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in sizes twin–Cal. king and in 24 colors).

8. Or if you've got a DEEP mattress, some ultra-soft deep-pocket fitted sheets made to be super breathable. Reviewers also rave about how durable they are!

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Promising reviews: "We have slept on these sheets for a week. My husband has night sweats. He no longer wakes up soaking wet with these sheets. They are amazingly soft. They are so soft that my leggings get twisted with these more than my other sheets we’ve had previously...and that is good, because it’s a testament to the softness. I have a tendency not to make my bed, and our animals sleep on our blankets. They haven’t even wrinkled :) My husband says these are the best sheets he’s slept on in his life, and he grew up with a mom who always bought the expensive 'good' stuff. I highly recommend these. Bonus: Amazing price!" —Bunn Family

Get them from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in 14 sizes and 36 colors).

9. And suspenders for your sheets if you already have a set of cooling sheets you like, but having to tuck all four corners of your fitted sheet back into your mattress by yourself is truly a humbling experience. These bands act like suspenders for your mattress so that your fitted sheet finally stops popping off in the middle of the night. Plus, this way, you don't have to exert a whole workout's worth of sweat while wrestling with your fitted sheets.

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Promising review: "These have worked great! I like bamboo sheets, which are slippery, and the corners always come up. Since I started using these, my corners haven’t come up, and the sheet stays relatively wrinkle-free." —Beachyfun

Get four bands from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

10. A set of cooling satin pillowcases that'll give your bed a hint of ~luxury~. Not only does it look pretty and help keep ya cool, but reviewers say its soft fabric feels soothing and helps clear acne-prone skin while creating less friction on their hair to avoid breakage!

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Promising review: "I've been using these pillowcases for about a week now, and I have to say that they have really seemed to help my hair not be so frizzy when I wake up! I live in a hot and humid climate, and my hair normally just makes my life awful this time of year (summer). I have been trying a couple of new things to help my hair, like using Moroccanoil on the ends and these pillowcases, and it's really a lot better. I also feel better about sleeping on my side now and don't worry so much that I'm creating wrinkles. I would definitely buy these again and recommend them!" —R. Spann

Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.19+ (available in 39 colors and four sizes).

11. A pack of clinical-strength SweatBlock wipes to help stop hyperhidrosis, nervous sweating, and hormonal sweating from ruining a good night's sleep. Give your pits a swipe of this before bed, enjoy a sweat-free slumber, and wash in the morning!

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This stuff is STRONG so make sure you do a spot test first — especially if you have sensitive skin.

Promising review: "For anyone who might be skeptical, please allow me to put you at ease. If you have hyperhidrosis, meaning it can be 9 degrees outside and you're still sweating under your arms, this product has the potential to change your life. I would sweat THROUGH a sport coat before noon. Enter the Sweat Block product. I've had it for three weeks and it is life changing. I DO NOT sweat under my arms anymore. I'm still on the original box that I bought three weeks ago. I had to write a review after I was cleaning the garage today in 85-degree heat. I was sweating through my shirt on my back — BUT NOT MY UNDERARMS. It is amazing!" —Frosty McGee

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $19.97 (available in three quantities).

12. A ~cooling~ Buffy Cloud comforter designed with a sateen weave that maximizes airflow to prevent heat buildup as well as moisture-wicking eucalyptus fibers that help absorb and disperse moisture, keeping you cool and dry all night long.

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Promising review: "It takes A LOT for me to rave about a comforter. I buy so many, trying to find the perfect one. I typically like Purple's stuff better than Buffy's, but this blanket is everything. If you’re thinking about getting, do get! It’s super cooling s as well!!! My air conditioning went out for a week, and this is the only thing that cooled me down, and it’s a comforter!!! Please buy it, you will not be disappointed." —Hannah Michelle George

Get it from Amazon for $149+ (available in three sizes).

13. Or a dual-zone comforter if you sleep hot but your bed partner doesn't (the eternal struggle). One half is toasty, one half is ~cool~, and both are comfy as heck.

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The tie duvet tabs on either side tell you side is which.

Promising review: "I’m always hot and my boyfriend is always cold so I thought I’d try this out after reading a lot of good reviews and now I’m here to add to that list. We just got ours yesterday, so last night was the first time using it and we both were very impressed! I usually wake up several times in the middle of the night sweating but I didn’t wake up once! 10/10 recommended for people who have different sleep temps than their significant other!" —Cassie Wheeler

Get it from Amazon for $134.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).

14. A cooling body sprayyou can keep on your nightstand as a quick and easy way to spritz some relief onto yourself when you get a bit toasty in the middle of the night. It's made with pure essential oils, water, and witch hazel!

Rooted Earth/Etsy

Rooted Earth is a Maine-based small biz established in 2013 that specializes in small batch skin care and herbal apothecary goods.

Promising review: "This spray is so lovely and refreshing! It smells fantastic, seems to be genuinely very high quality and helps so much with cooling off (I run hot and find heat stressful). The packaging was also adorable and handmade, which made me feel like a valued customer :)." —April Wilson

Get it from Rooted Earth on Etsy for $9.99+ (available in three sizes).

15. A programmableAC booster fan if you're tired of experiencing uneven cooling throughout your home. This is designed to quietly maximize airflow coming from your central HVAC system and can be easily mounted onto floor or wall registers. It will keep indoor temps more comfortable and balanced, lowering your energy bill as well. (Always a win!)

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It features a programmable LCD controller with a heating and cooling thermostat and automated fan speeds. 

Promising review: "My home was generally too hot in the summer and a bit cooler than I liked in the winter. Now, with this product, the entire house is much more balanced — upstairs and downstairs. In the winter, after my HVAC system shuts off, the unit continues to run as long as the duct continues to put out heat. In the summer, the unit puts out cold air upstairs event though the HVAC system is off — making upstairs bedrooms very, very comfortable for an afternoon nap. Setup is not difficult. Best of all, my energy bill went down. I was concerned that it would go up since these units are plugged into a receptacle; but, the units appear to be 12- or 24-volt units (low amperage). Bottom line, an outstanding product that I feel is well worth the money I spent." —Sharon

Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in two sizes and two colors). 

16. Or an oscillating tower fan that gives off such cold air, some reviewers have found that they use it more than their A/C! Take👏 my👏 money.👏 It has six speeds (up to 24 feet per second velocity), three modes, and it's whisper quiet. All you gotta do is plug it in, and you'll be transported to a winter wonderland.

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It's sleek and narrow, so it won't take up a ton of space in your room, and it looks surprisingly cool! It comes with a remote control so you can turn it on from your bed, and the LED lights turn off in sleep mode, so you don't need to worry about being disturbed.

Promising review: "If I could rename this machine, I’d call it 'The Glacier.' Not only was it easy to put together-just attach the base. But the remote control comes with a battery and is ready to go when you plug it in. The fan is basically silent and keeps my room cool for those much-needed REM cycles. I wish I had known about this fan a long time ago. I’ve wasted so much money on loud box fans that just move heat around. Toss out your air conditioners and old fans. Best purchase ever!" —Elle

Get it from Amazon for $99.949+ (available in two colors and with or without Wi-Fi capabilities).

17. A set of insulated blackout curtains, which block light, noise, and (most importantly) heat from pouring into the room, so you don't have to be as reliant on your A/C! This'll help you wake up *not* in a puddle of sweat and in the comfort of your comfy, dark oasis. This reviewer even says it made for the "best sleep ever!"

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Plus, these are machine-washable and come in so many colors that you don't have to sacrifice your home decor style for function!

Promising review: "These curtains are awesome! They are simple and elegant. They are not heavy at all, and they hang nicely. They definitely block out all light. My home office desk is set up right next to a window, and I get chilly during the winter. These curtains have been a lifesaver by insulating the cold window from me. :-) And the price was great too!" —Nancy Sal

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in nine sizes and 33 colors).

18. A ~streamlined~ door draft stopper because that tiny space under the door can feel *much* bigger when it's letting precious AC escape your room. Plus, it blends in with your door. 

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Promising review: "So easy to set up! All you do is peel tape and adhere to a CLEAN and DRY door. Also looks great, I don't even notice it. I had a huge gap under my door. I could smell and hear everything from the hallway. Smells, drafts, and sound all are less of an issue now." —Brit Suavé

Get it from Amazon for $8.98+ (available in four colors).

19. And if the top and sides of your door seem to be letting precious cool air escape, an insulating strip will keep all the yucky warm air out and the glorious cold air in. Plus, it's *super* easy to install — it just sticks!

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It *also* keeps cool air in your room!

Promising review: "Product works really well! I needed a quick fix to my home office situation, I live in an apartment in Manhattan and never noticed how much sound comes in and out, until I had to be on conference calls working from home! This little tape made a big difference, took me a couple of minutes to install." —Sandra Hernandez

Get it from Amazon for $6.97+ (available in two sizes and four colors).

20. An investment-worthy ChiliPAD sleep system, because get this — it keeps you the exact same temperature all night. (Cheers to some consistency in this chaotic world!) This is *especially* beneficial if you'd like to sleep at a different temp than your bed partner. 

ChiliSLEEP

ChiliSLEEP was founded by Todd and Tara Youngblood.

Its includes a reversible hydro-powered mattress pad, thermal regulating control unit, and a remote to help you adjust without having to get up. It uses hydropower (water) and operates between 55–115°F (13-46°C)..

Promising review: "I was wary of this as it’s a bit pricey compared to other 'solutions' for being hot at night. Having said that, I don’t regret spending one penny of what it cost me. I now sleep and I never wake up hot which I was doing constantly before having this. My advice to any woman of a certain age who suffers at night with heat, or indeed anyone who is hotter at night, buy it and you won’t regret it!!" —Tracey

Get it from ChiliSLEEP for $1,599+ (available for a one-person bed *or* a two-person bed and in six sizes).

21. A Purple mattress made with the brand's signature grid (which is made to adapt to your movement!), ultra comfort foam, and 2X base foam designed to cradle you while keeping your sleeping foundation stable, breathable, and supportive.

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Promising review: "I love this mattress. It’s comfortable but doesn’t sleep hot like memory foam. It’s also bouncy — unlike memory foam — but without the springs." —Jessica M.

Get it from Purple for $1,349+ (originally $1,599+; available in seven sizes).

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