The Best Cooling Sheets for Menopause (And Generally Sweaty People)

If “rise and shine” looks more like waking up with a sheen of sweat for you, the best cooling sheets for menopause offer much-desired relief from hormone-induced symptoms like night sweats and hot flashes. After all, waking up in a cold sweat, with hair sticking to your neck and a clammy pajama shirt clinging to your skin is not a pleasant great way to greet the day—or the middle of the night. When you're in menopause, it's so important to ensure that your home is stocked with things that keep you calm, cool, and collected. (Emphasis on “cool.”)

“The severity of hot flashes really varies from woman to woman—for some women, they can be very debilitating,” Alicia Robbins, MD, a board-certified ob-gyn and North American Menopause Society-certified practitioner tells Allure. “Women with more severe hot flashes have higher rates of cardiovascular disease because every time a woman has a hot flash, her blood pressure and heart rate increase. When this persistently happens, it can actually increase one's risk of cardiovascular disease.” Dr. Robbins notes there are hormonal and non-hormonal interventions that can make life more comfortable—and safer—during menopause, including a set of the best cooling sheets (and pajamas, even).

Our Top Picks

• Best Cooling Sheets Overall: Sijo AiryWeight Eucalyptus Sheet Set, $110 $99
• Best Percale Cooling Sheets: Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheet Set, $179
• Best Eucalyptus Cooling Sheets: Buffy Breeze Sheet Set, $99
• Best Bamboo Cooling Sheets: Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set, $331
• Best Linen Cooling Sheets: Pottery Barn Belgian Linen Sheet Set, $299
• Best Mixed-Material Cooling Sheets: Quince Linen Bamboo Sheet Set, $150
• Best Cooling Sheets for Night Sweats: Rest Evercool Sheet Set, $309
• Best Luxury Cooling Sheets: Boll & Branch Signature Hemmed Sheet Set, $279
• Best Budget Cooling Sheets: CGK Unlimited Queen Size 4-Piece Sheet Set, $30

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why do hot flashes and night sweats happen during perimenopause and menopause?
• Why is optimal sleep important for women’s health, especially during menopause?
• What kind of materials are naturally cooling?
• What are the benefits of cooling sheets and other temperature-regulating products?
• Meet the experts

Ahead, find our favorite high-quality, temperature-regulating bed sheets, from classic cotton sheets to gingham linen beauties and hi-tech Tencel sets. We included a range of fabrics and price points so you can settle into your best sleep, and looked for certifications like Oeko-Tex and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) to ensure that these sheets are made ethically and will stand the test of time. And, of course, you don't have to be menopausal to snatch these up. They're a dream for hot sleepers and warm climates, too.

Editor's note: The prices below reflect a queen mattress.

Best Cooling Sheets Overall: Sijo AiryWeight Eucalyptus Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: Sijo's AiryWeight Eucalyptus Sheet Set is surprisingly affordable for what you get—luxurious-feeling bedding with a smooth, lustrous surface and microfiber-like feel. Even better, they're Asthma and Allergy Friendly-Certified by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, thanks to their hypoallergenic and sensitive skin-friendly properties. These are also finished with an antimicrobial silver ion treatment, which helps prevent bacteria and fungi growth. This is the post-IKEA glow-up your bedroom has been begging for.

Material: Tencel lyocell | Sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, and Cali king | Colors: 13

Best Percale Cooling Sheets: Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: You'll love a percale sheet if you adore hotel bedding. It's Brooklinen's bread and butter for a reason (hello, 13,000 five-star reviewers); the brand's percale set has a crisp, wrinkle-resistant feel that's soft, but not satiny. This set is made from 100% long-staple cotton, meaning each fiber is longer than standard cotton, resulting in a smoother feel and amped-up durability. Plus, cotton has a looser weave that kickstarts increased airflow to keep your body heat from getting trapped. We're already snoozing away.

Material: 100% cotton | Thread count: 270 | Sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, and Cali king | Colors: 16

Best Eucalyptus Cooling Sheets: Buffy Breeze Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: Buffy, the internet's sweetheart, knows how to spin eucalyptus fibers into a spectacularly soft, cool-to-the-touch, and decently sustainable sheet set. Eucalyptus-based lyocell is breathable like linen and cotton but has the softness of a microfiber or sateen sheet (without the synthetic materials, of course). The Breeze sheets are very lightweight and moisture-wicking, so if you feel a prickle of sweat, it'll be pulled away from your body and onto the sheet's top layer, where it can evaporate more quickly. Science!

Material: lyocell | Sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, and Cali king | Colors: 34

Best Bamboo Cooling Sheets: Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: Though viscose is typically considered a semi-synthetic fiber, these breathable sheets, made from 100% bamboo fabric, feel super plush and don't trap heat. Cozy Earth's bamboo sheet set is a bit oversized so you don't find yourself wrestling with the corners of the fitted sheet, and the top sheet drapes beautifully, courtesy of its super soft material with a high thread count—therefore, you avoid the dreaded pilling over time.

Material: 100% bamboo-derived viscose | Sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cali king, and split king | Colors: 16

Best Linen Cooling Sheets: Pottery Barn Belgian Linen Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: The best cooling sheets for menopause are versatile, like this temperature-regulating linen set from Pottery Barn. The loose weave of these sheets ensures you're cool as a cucumber when the hot flashes strike. They're not super lightweight, but also not heavy like flannel, so if you like a sheet with substance, linen is an excellent mid-weight option. Linen is a little infamous for feeling scratchy (which some people love), but this set comes pre-washed so it's soft right out of the package.

Material: 100% Belgian linen | Sizes: full, queen, king, Cali king | Colors: 37

Best Mixed-Material Cooling Sheets: Quince Linen Bamboo Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: This Quince Linen Bamboo Sheet Set combines the cooling powers of bamboo rayon with breathable, relaxed linen for a breezy set that feels cozy and resists wrinkles. The soft fibers are naturally hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin (we'll still always recommend a silk pillowcase, though), and the neutral hues will give your bedscape an instant upgrade. Quince's bedding is more affordable than most, too, while still having the same standards for quality and sustainability as other brands.

Material: 70% rayon from bamboo, 30% linen | Sizes: twin, full, queen, king, and Cali king | Colors: 3

Best Cooling Sheets for Night Sweats: Rest Evercool Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: It's not every day you find a product tailor-made for people managing menopause symptoms. These sheets from Rest, however, were designed specifically for kissing night sweats goodbye. The brand's proprietary Evercool fabric, though on the pricey side, combines stretchy spandex and nylon with silver ion-charged yarn to provide a chilly, soft, and naturally antimicrobial sheet. They feel slippery like silk, a feature many rave reviewers have commented on, and the fitted sheet has deep pockets so you can make your bed with ease.

Material: Evercool | Sizes: full, queen, king, and Cali king | Colors: 6

Best Luxury Cooling Sheets: Boll & Branch Signature Hemmed Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: If you're looking to gift your friend sweat-free nights, we'd point you to these luxury cotton percale sheets from Boll & Branch. (At the very least, you should treat yourself to a set.) Made from the softest organic cotton, these hotel-style sheets are crisp and cool. They're woven specifically to become softer with each wash, and they have a beautifully stitched hem along the top of the flat sheet and pillowcases.

Material: 100% organic cotton | Sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cali king, split king | Colors: 27

Best Budget Cooling Sheets: CGK Unlimited Queen Size 4-Piece Sheet Set

Why it's worth it: Just because you're on a budget doesn't mean you can find a cooling sheet set that stands the test of time. This one from CGK Unlimited boasts nearly 250,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, so you can trust there are many pleased customers out there. Though the fabric is a synthetic microfiber, they're ultra-lightweight, so their softness won't necessarily trap heat. These are a great get if you sleep with a partner who doesn't run hot or cold, but instead tries to regulate their own temperature.

Material: microfiber | Sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cali king, split king | Colors: 45

Frequently Asked Questions

Hot flashes that occur during perimenopause and menopause are primarily due to fluctuations in hormone levels—particularly the decline in estrogen. “This hormonal shift affects the body’s temperature regulation system, controlled by the hypothalamus in the brain,” says Lucky Sekhon, MD, a double board-certified REI and ob/gyn at RMA New York. “The hypothalamus mistakenly senses that the body is overheating, leading to a sudden release of heat, increased blood flow, and sweating as the body attempts to cool down.” This can start to happen even while you're still having a regular period, explains Dr. Robbins. Essentially, it's all caused by a miscommunication between your brain and body, and while they're disruptive and frustrating, there are ways to minimize your discomfort.

You're probably privy to all of the cortisol discourse happening online—specifically on TikTok. Cortisol is undeniably important to your wellness, and much of it can improve with sleep. “Adequate sleep helps regulate hormones, including those related to stress (cortisol) and hunger (ghrelin and leptin), which can be disrupted during menopause,” Dr. Sekhon tells Allure.

Estrogen and progesterone are also key for sleep, which is why many people don't sleep as well during menopause. “Night sweats from decreasing estrogen can potentially interrupt sleep as well as the effect of decreasing progesterone levels,” says Dr. Robbins. “Progesterone is a hormone that helps us fall asleep and has an anti-anxiety effect in general. As the levels of this hormone start to decrease, some women have difficulty falling asleep and can feel more anxiety in general.”

Having an optimal sleep routine does wonders for your mental and physical wellbeing, from better weight management to decreased anxiety and sharper cognitive health. “Sleep is essential for memory, concentration, and decision-making, which can be affected by sleep disturbances common in menopause,” says Dr. Sekhon. Investing in products and habits that help you wind down efficiently and sleep soundly keeps your body's systems working cohesively, even during menopause.

Think of the clothes you reach for in the summertime—what are they made of? Typically 100% linen, cotton, silk, or eucalyptus fiber-based Tencel Those fabrics are ideal for hot weather because they're breathable and/or cool to the touch. And, wouldn't you know it, brands make sheets out of those same fabrics. Similar to how summer clothes keep us from overheating, “Cooling sheets made from breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics help dissipate heat and keep the body cool throughout the night,” says Dr. Sekhon.

Linen and cotton are naturally cooling because, when you look at the fibers under a microscope, they have a looser weave, which allows more air to pass through and keeps heat from getting “stuck.” Silk and Tencel, on the other hand, feel buttery soft, and cold to the touch. This airy formula is temperature-regulating, meaning that they don't conduct much heat, so they'll keep you warm in the winter and chilled in the summer.

In short, the most important benefit these products provide is a better night's sleep. “These products are designed to enhance comfort and support better sleep quality by regulating body temperature,” Dr. Sekhon explains. Sleep is integral for overall health, but even more so for women managing menopause symptoms. These temperature-regulating, cooling sheets and products make sleeping easier, thereby reducing the severity of your symptoms.

Beyond that, these sheets are great for anyone who sleeps hot, and they're perfect for warmer climates (and apartments lacking AC). Both Dr. Robbins and Dr. Sekhon encourage the use of fans for better air circulation, plus proper ventilation. It might be worthwhile to keep your door open while you sleep, too.

• Alicia Robbins, MD, a board-certified ob-gyn and North American Menopause Society-certified practitioner based in Greenwich, CT
• Lucky Sekhon, MD, a double board-certified REI and ob-gyn at RMA New York based in NYC

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