The Best Cooling Pillows For Hot Summer Nights

Cooling pillows come with an amazing array of benefits. Specifically, cooling pillows can help you:

1.Fall Asleep Quicker

If you've ever been someone who had to count sheep to fall asleep, then a cooling pillow could be the answer to your problems. With the innovative technology of a cooling pillow, it has never been easier to fall asleep comfortably on a warm summer night.

2.Reduced Your Chances of Developing Insomnia

Unless you’ve experienced insomnia then it is hard to imagine the way it can wreak havoc on all aspects of your life. From poor productivity at work to strained relationships at home, it can really bring misery and destruction. A recent study found that cooling the brain can actually lull the body into a deep and sound sleep. To this end, a cooling pillow could be an answer to every insomniac’s nightmare of neverending sleepless nights.

3.Enjoy Youthful Looks

Since being sleep-deprived is widely linked with aging, enjoying a good night’s rest can help reduce the aging process. A cooling pillow, designed to help you sleep longer and deeper, will help reinvigorate and hydrate your skin to leave you feeling fresh, energetic and youthful every day.

4.Improve Your Mental Health

Insomnia and sleeping problems and disturbances are all linked with higher instances of depression and other mental health issues. Getting a full night’s rest will release happy hormones that can help stave off such states.

Since cooling pillows are often more expensive than regular pillows, it is an investment you want to make carefully. Here are a few points to consider when making your choice:

Material

Many cooling pillows currently on the market are made from memory foam or something called aerated latex, which means they usually contain gel or other cooling material within the pillow structure. Some pillows that are designed to be cooling have covers made from phase-changing materials. These absorb heat from the body of the sleeping person. Breathable fabrics like cotton, polyester, lyocell, or bamboo also help to maintain a cool temperature.

In terms of the fluff or fill of the pillow, cooling pillows have two options: hey can either be one-piece or they can contain shredded fill. Which type you go for largely depends on personal preference. Shredded fill pillows, for example, can be easier to fill out and expand if you prefer a higher or firmer pillow.

Size

Like regular pillows, cooling pillows also come in more than one size. A standard size pillow is expectedly the most popular and the cheapest to buy. This is because they are more widely produced. Queen pillows are typically around 4 inches longer than the standard size. This pillow may be ideal if you move around the bed a lot and don’t want to move the pillow with you. The King pillow is longer than the Queen and around 10 inches longer than the standard. It can be ideal for people who toss and turn a lot and can also be easily used to sit in bed comfortably, so it is a worthwhile investment if you spend a lot of time reading in bed.

Maintenance

How you clean your pillow will largely depend on its material and composition.Pillows made from memory foam are generally simple to clean. They can be submerged in soapy water in the bath, rinsed with fresh water and then left to dry. Pillows with cooling gels can easily be washed on cold cycles in the washing machine and then line dried. The best way to clean any pillow, however, will be to follow the manufacturer's instructions. This will help ensure a long life for your pillow purchase.

Warranty or Return Policy

Since cooling pillows are generally on the expensive side, it can be useful to pay attention to the warranty or return policy. The comfort levels of pillows is something quite subjective, so despite buying one with raving reviews, it may not fulfill your personal expectations or needs. If you have a money back return policy then this will give you peace of mind when making your purchase.

PROS

• Promotes sleep – As we have outlined clearly, the cooling effect that these pillows have promotes a good nights sleep, relieving hot flashes and aiding with relaxation
• Posture support – Since most cooling pillows are filled with gel and/or memory foam, they fit to the contours of your body as you lie down. This means that they support correct posture while you sleep
• Comfort – As well as being a comfortable place to rest your head, cooling pillows also provide some much-needed relief from the heat on those muggy summer nights, particularly if you live in a hot climate

CONS

• May be too firm – Due to their composition, some people might find cooling pillows to firm. Memory foam may be manageable for most people, but it is all down to personal preference – if you like a soft pillow, then this might not be the best option
• Not easy to clean – Another disadvantage of cooling pillows is the fact that they are difficult to clean, particularly when they include gel inserts. They might also have an unpleasant odor due to the materials used
• Cost – While some people do not mind investing in a good nights sleeps, when compared to regular pillows, cooling pillows certainly come off as quite expensive

• Who can benefit from cooling pillows?

• You don’t have to sleep warm to benefit from a cooling pillow. Cooling pillows are perfect for anyone who struggles to sleep, whether this is due to insomnia, night sweats, hot flashes, or even stress and anxiety. Having a cooling pillow on which to rest your head has been clinically proven to help promote healthy sleep, no matter the climate.

• What are cooling pillows made of?

• Cooling pillows are usually made from memory foam that is either infused with a cooling gel or wrapped in a cool gel layer. Other cool pillows can be made from natural materials known for their breathability, such as bamboo fiber, buckwheat hulls, cotton, or lyocell.

• Are cooling pillows toxic?

• Some cooling pillows give off an unpleasant chemical smell when first opened. This is especially common with memory foam pillows. Chemicals present in the memory foam, known as ‘volatile organic compounds’ or ‘VOCs’ naturally break down and become released into the surrounding air. This is called ‘off-gassing’. Some VOCs are toxic, but many are not. Memory foam pillows contain more chemicals than normal down pillows due to the properties of the materials used, but they shouldn’t cause you any ill effects. The smell should also naturally dissipate over a few days or weeks.

  If you are particularly sensitive to odors, or if you are worried about the consequences of long-term exposure to VOCs, you can look for cooling pillows which carry the CertiPUR-US certification. This guarantees that the materials used contain low levels of VOCs and are also free from other chemicals known to be dangerous to health.

• Can you wash cooling pillows?

• Many cooling pillows come complete with covers which can be easily washed in your washing machine, but others do not. Memory foam often cannot be out directly into the washing machine, but you are usually able to wash it by hand (check the manufacturer’s instructions first).

  To hand wash, submerge the memory foam pillow into warm water containing a small amount of detergent. Make sure to use a gentle detergent which is designed for delicate fabrics. Squeeze the memory foam a few times to circulate the detergent through the material and then rinse by repeating the process with clean water. You may have to rinse a few times before all the dirt and detergent has been rinsed out. Once finished, gently squeeze excess water from the pillow, but don’t twist it like you would a towel. This could damage your pillow. Air dry away from direct sunlight.