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22 Bizarre But Brilliant Nighttime Products That Stop You From Waking Up Sweaty
I don't like being cold while I sleep, but I seriously can't stand overheating. A chilly night might impede your sleep schedule, but a sweaty one ruins your whole morning, especially if you shower at night. That's why I'm all for chill innovations that keep you cool while you're sleeping, because waking up fresh and rested is a wonderful thing.
In fact, it's been scientifically proven that sleeping in a cold room is better for your overall health. That's because human body temperatures naturally peak and decline depending on the time of day. At night when you're winding down to go to bed, your body starts to cool off. It's at its lowest point around 5 a.m., when the deepest sleep usually hits.
That means that a cool environment could help you to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and help you to get the deepest, most restful sleep possible. Some research even points out the correlation between colder sleep environments and healthier metabolic function.
That being said, whether you're into the scientific aspects of it or you just don't want to sweat your ass off anymore, cranking up the air conditioner isn't your only option. Check out these weird but brilliant products that keep you cool and comfortable all night.
1. This Advanced Comforter That Allows The Right Amount Of Heat And Humidity To Escape
Climabalance Hypoallergenic Comforter, $90, Amazon
This ingenious Climabalance hypoallergenic comforter uses a special warmth-adjusting mesh that allows the right amount of heat and humidity to escape while you're sleeping. It's made from a super-soft material that transports heat three times faster, and reviewers say, "I'm happy to report that it is MUCH cooler to sleep under than anything I've found to date."
2. Direct Air Straight Underneath Your Sheets
Bed Fan with Wireless Remote, $100, Amazon
This Brookstone bed fan sits at the foot of your bed and circulates air underneath your sheets to keep you cool all night long. It's got an adjustable height feature to fit most beds, and it has a remote control so you can adjust the settings without even getting up.
3. This Flexible Freezable Pad For Cooling And Comfort
Theracool Pillow Pad, $20, Amazon
The Theracool Pillow Pad is infused with anti-freezing FDA approved gel for a long-lasting cool throughout the night. It's also got a pliable, flexible build and a soft outer material so you stay comfortable, and it's one of the most durable pads out there — meaning no leaks or rips.
4. This Weird But Brilliant Pillow With Tons Of Cooling Technology
Urban Bloom Arcus Cooling Pillow, $70, Amazon
The Urban Bloom Arcus cooling pillow is a high-tech option made with interwoven gel material that helps to regulate temperature while you sleep on it. It also has a mesh side gusset to create long-lasting shape and allow for internal airflow, and people are saying things like, "It does sleep cool. I sleep very hot in general (which is why I don't like memory foam) and this pillow definitely worked well for me."
5. These Socks With A Pocket For Freezable Inserts
NatraCure Cold Therapy Socks, $20, Amazon
If sleeping without socks feels foreign to you, but your usual pair are way too hot, check out these NatraCure cold therapy socks. They're soft and cozy, but come with a pocket where you can insert freezable gel packs to keep you sweat-free.
6. This Tea Tree Cream To Cool Your Muscles And Skin
Jason Cooling Mineral Gel, $14, Amazon
Made with all-natural tea tree and avocado oil, Jason cooling mineral gel is an awesome way to soothe and relax your body, skin, and muscles before bed. It's made for pain relief and can also deliver a tingly cooling sensation to your whole body, especially because it's free of all the nasty harmful chemicals.
7. Bamboo Wicks Moisture, Allows For Air Flow, And Is Softer Than Anything You've Felt
Snuggle-Pedic Bamboo Pillow, $60, Amazon
The micro-vented cover is extra breathable, the shredded memory foam interior allows for air flow, and the bamboo viscose material wicks moisture like nothing else. That's why people are obsessing over this Snuggle-Pedic bamboo pillow; they've even called it "THE. BEST. Pillow. Ever!"
8. Add A Refreshing Layer To Your Mattress
Zinus Sleep Master Gel Full Topper, $69, Amazon
The Zinus Sleep Master gel full topper gives you two full inches of cooling, comforting, and body-conforming gel. It also comes in four different sizes to fit any bed, and reviewers say it's durable, refreshing, and adds support to any mattress.
9. This Blanket That Could Help To Balance Thermal Incompatibility For Couples
Outlast Temperature Regulating Queen Blanket, $76, Amazon
Made from 100 percent cotton, this Outlast temperature-regulating queen blanket helps to reduce thermal incompatibility for couples; that means that if you sleep hot, but your partner is always cold, this helps to maintain a balanced temperature. " It wicks the dampness away from you allowing a comfortable nights rest," says one reviewer. "Well worth the investment!"
10. This Elephant-Like Fan That Directs Air Any Which Way
IDEA Mini-ELEFAN, $47, Amazon
The IDEA Mini-ELEFAN is a cute but seriously effective personal fan that allows you to direct the air flow any way you want. It has a movable trunk and multiple settings, and this one comes in green for the ultimate conversation piece on your bedside table.
11. This Cool Machine That Creates A Cloud Of Cooling Mist
LINKYO Cool Mist Humidifier, $45, Amazon
The LINKYO cool humidifier is innovative because it creates a whopping two feet of cool mist outpour, so your whole sleeping area has a refreshing aura. It's also got great features like multiple speed settings, a night light, a timer, and a massive tank that runs all night.
12. These Double-Brushed Microfiber Sheets To Control Temperature
Nestl Bedding Sheets, $30, Amazon
With more than 4000 great reviews, Nestl bedding sheets have people psyched. They're made from a double-brushed microfiber that dry super quickly and are cool and breathable. A few other benefits: they're hypoallergenic, dust mite-resistant, antibacterial, stain- and fade-resistant, come with two pillows and two sheets, and have more than 40 color choices.
13. A Cooling Ice Disk Wherever You Need It
Icewraps Round Gel Packs, $15, Amazon
Small and convenient, these pack of five Icewraps round gel packs make great cooling inserts for your pillowcases, sheets, or even inside your pajamas. They have a fabric side that eases the sting, as well as a non-tear medical-grade plastic exterior that you can reuse over and over again without leaks.
14. This Awesome Natural Spray For Cooling, Headache Relief, And Sleep Issues
Nutravana Natural Headache Relief Spray, $16, Amazon
This Nutravana Natural spray was originally created to reduce headaches (and reviewers say it's crazy effective), but because of the therapeutic oils like peppermint, it's also great at cooling your whole body. It's made with only botanical ingredients, and it's got a soothing lavender aroma that helps you drift off to sleep.
15. No Fan Grids Means Way More Air Flow
Caframo Limited Chinook Fan, $33, Amazon
People are flipping out over this Caframo Limited Chinook fan, because it's got no grid to block the airflow, yet the blades are totally safe to touch. Reviewers say that it's extremely quiet, moves a ton of air (especially for its size), and is easily "one of the best purchases [they've] ever made."
16. This Frigid Water Bottle That Delivers An Icy Mist To Your Face
Cool Bottle, $13, Amazon
The Cool Bottle has a BPA-free double insulated interior to keep your water cold twice as long as other bottles. The really innovative part, however, is the second container that you can fill with icy water and then squeeze to deliver a refreshing mist all over your face.
17. These Bamboo Pajamas That Wick Moisture From Your Whole Body
Sleepy Time Bamboo Pajamas (Sizes S-XL), $27, Amazon
Marketed toward those going through menopause, Sleepy Time pajamas are made from eco-friendly bamboo, so they're extremely breathable and great when it comes to wicking away moisture. They're also insanely soft, comfortable, and according to one reviewer, cause "no sweating while you sleep."
18. This Convenient Fan That You Can Clip Anywhere
Keynice USB Clip Fan, $18, Amazon
The Keynice fan is one of the most affordable and convenient options, because it's extra quiet, clips onto any flat surface, rotates 360 degrees, and and works with any USB port. It's a great idea if you don't have a bedside table, and even though it's mini, it provides tons of air flow.
19. This Silky Pillowcase That Stops Your Head From Sweating
Tencel Lyocell Cool Touch Pillowcases, $18, Amazon
Cool to the touch and great for sensitive skin, this Tencel Lyocell cool touch pillowcase has an amazing silky feel to it, no matter how many times you wash it. It makes an awesome addition to any cooling pillow, because it won't stifle air flow, and reviewers are saying things like, "First night my head didn't sweat."
20. This Fan That Amplifies Air Without Any Blades
Aura Bladeless Oscilating Fan, $130, Amazon
The Aura bladeless oscilating fan uses an advanced design to draw air in and amplify it without any blades. It provides a super quiet and uninterrupted stream of air, and because of its tower shape, it can direct cool air right under your covers at night.
21. These Magnetic Shields That Direct Your AC Toward Your Bed
Frost King Unbreakable Air Deflectors, $10, Amazon
These odd little Frost King air deflectors apparently make a huge difference. They're magnetic and attach to your metal air vents to direct the air downward or towards you, and they're made from unbreakable plastic, too. If you've got an AC vent near your bed, but want a more direct flow, this pack of two is the answer.
22. This Brilliant AC Unit Or Bed Heater With Tons Of Cool Features
BedJet V2 Climate Comfort, $369, Amazon
Finally, this BedJet V2 Climate Comfort got its start on Shark Tank and has been expertly cooling beds ever since. It directs sleep-inducing biorhythm temperature technology right under your blankets, can be used as an AC unit or a heater, and has a remote control, essential oil diffuser, and alarm setting all built in.
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