Cooling blankets in Canada
Ive always been a hot sleeperI’ve been shouting Did somebody turn the aircon off?! in a murderous rage since I was six years old. Now that Ive become a Woman of a Certain Age And That Age is Definitely Not 23, my need for products that will keep me cooler at night has become a bit of an obsession.When you sleep, your body temperature goes down a couple of degrees, but the heat that you let off often gets trapped in your mattress, pillows and bedding, which then slowly cooks you as if you were a sweaty little sous vide snack.Here are some products that can help keep you cool. One caveat: sleepor lack of it!is the biggest factor that makes my life 1) suck or 2) not suck, so while some of these items are pricey, this is one area where I think spending a little more on quality goods is worth it.(Related:17 Sneaky Signs You Need to See a Sleep Doctor)
Cooling Bed Sheets
Try: Casper Hyperlite SheetsFrom $139, CasperOK, when I heard about these sheets, I didnt believe the hype. Im generally of the opinion that most bed sheets are pretty much alike, but after trying these I can say with full authority that I BELIEVE.Made with Tencel lyocell, a super soft synthetic fibre, and grid weave for maximum breathability, these sheets are so weirdly light it feels as if youre sleeping under fairy wings. Now I dont even bother with any of my other sheetsjust wash this set and put it right back on the bed. Comes in Indigo, Dusty Rose, White, Grey and Fog Blue.(Related:Meet Lyocell, a Potentially Sustainable Fabric That Could Become Your New Favourite Textile)
Cooling Weighted Blanket
Try: Gravid Weighted Blanket with Cooling CoverFrom $268 at GravidI love weighted blankets for their much-touted ability to help tossers and turners relax. But these blankets were pretty much a winter-only thing for me because I always found them too warm for the hotter months. Enter this blanket from Canadian brand Gravidboth the inner weighted blanket and outer cover are made from eucalyptus-derived Tencel lyocell which doesnt trap heat. The cover feels slippy and cool to the touch. It also attaches to the blanket with a neat zipper design that avoids the bunching Ive experienced with other weighted blankets. So far it only comes in a dark blueish greybut hope eternal!(Related: Can a Weighted Blanket with Cooling Tech Help Me Sleep (and Not Over-Heat)?)
Cooling Fan and Air Purifier
Try: Dyson Purifier Cool$699, DysonYes, I have the aircon on blast and I also use a fansue me! While of course you can get a standard tower fan for a lot cheaper than this new high-tech version from Dyson, this baby does double duty as a heavy-duty HEPA air purifier, a bonus for someone like me who has allergies and minimal floor space for multiple appliances. You can control it with a remote or via a phone app. It has 10 different strengths, and also, isnt it sexy? If something is going to be a permanent fixture in your bedroom for four months of the year, its nice when its not ugly. Comes in dark/silver or white/silver.(Related:4 Times in Your Life You Should Definitely Be Using an Air Purifier)
Cooling Pillow
Try: Blu Sleep Ceramo Pillow$139, myblusleep.comThe fancy pillows from this Canadian brand are made with a breathable, high-tech foam that Blu Sleep claims is 3,000 times more cooling than standard memory foam. While I dont know about 3,000(!) times cooler, these pillows are definitely cool to the touch and come in both back and side sleeper styles (the side sleepers have a cut out for your shoulder). Theyre also infused with essential oils like lavender, chamomile and aloe. While I found they didnt smell too strongly and the scent faded pretty quickly, these might not work you if youre sensitive to fragrance or essential oils.(Related:The 11 Best Pillows for Every Type of Sleeper)
Cooling Mattress
Try: Casper Wave Hybrid Snow MattressFrom $2,545, CasperReal talk: I havent actually tried this mattress, but Ive been thinking about it since Casper launched their Cooling Collection thats all about keeping you up to 6 degrees cooler than other mattresses. The beds in this collection have snow technology, which includes a layer of cooling gel and breathable fabric that collects and moves heat away from your body, like some kind of superhero. While theres a slightly more affordable mattress in the collection (the Nova Hybrid Snow, starting at $2,095) this one is the most supportive for people with achy backs.(Related:3 AM and Wide Awake? Heres How to Sleep Through the Night)
Cooling Duvet
Try: Simba DuvetFrom $299, Simba SleepA duvet made with space-inspired fabric technology, this baby keeps you cool but cozy with a hypoallergenic fibre fill thats embedded with semi-conducting minerals that draw heat away from the body and an outer layer made of breathable cotton.(Related:4 Sleep Hacks to Make Sure You Get Your Vitamin Zzz)
Cooling Duvet Cover
Try: Maison & Tess Coco Linen Duvet Cover$255, Maison and TessIts useless to have a cooling duvet if you just slap a synthetic, non-breathable cover on it, which is why I love my purposely rumply percale cotton and flax linen duvet from this eco-friendly Canadian brand. Comes in a range of muted pastels and chic earth tones.Next,this is how to find the best sleep aid for you.
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