These cooling blankets will help if you are hot while sleeping

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At a glance: The best cooling blankets

There are few feelings more uncomfortable than waking up in a pool of your own sweat. Maybe you live in an area prone to warmer weather, experience hot flashes, or maybe you're just a hot sleeper. Whatever the reason, you may be tossing and turning throughout the night and occasionally wake up feeling like you're sweating through your sheets.

Besides being a particularly gross feeling, this negatively affects its quantity and quality sleep you feel good at night as well as your general well-being. The good news is that you don't have to go on like this. You don't even need to buy a whole new mattress (although it wouldn't be a bad idea to invest in a good cooling mattress). The answer to sleeping better could be as simple as a cooling blanket.

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What are the best cooling blankets?

Why you should invest in a cooling blanket

Buying guide: How we picked the best cooling blankets

What are the best cooling blankets?

Here is our list of the best cooling blankets for warm sleepers. We based our top picks on highly rated options that users gave 4 stars or more for their hardware, comfort and value. We've also ensured that all these cooling blankets are from trusted brands that we love and shop from.

1. Elegear Revolutionary Cooling Blanket

We love the double-sided design of this cooling blanket, making it a versatile solution to any problems you may have with getting a good night's sleep. One side, made of Arc-chill Cool Technology fabric, absorbs body heat and is perfect for summer. The other side is made from 100 percent natural cotton and has a warm touch, making it perfect for spring and fall. Thousands of reviewers can attest to its cooling quality and note that it has a cool hand feel that is refreshing.

Keep it in the bedroom, display it as a throw blanket or even bring it with you if you travel, travel, drive or go camping. Whatever the season, guaranteed to feel good against your skin while you rest, Elegear's cooling blanket keeps you cozy without the overwhelming feeling that comes with a thicker blanket.

2. Slumber Cloud Light reliever

Slumber Cloud uses NASA-approved technology to keep this comforter cool all night long. It is designed with warm sleepers in mind and offers year-round comfort. It also features a 300 thread count and soft cotton outer cover for maximum comfort. Plus, it's hypoallergenic, meaning it won't irritate your skin or make you uncomfortable.

It also has thousands of customer reviews, with many praising the durability and ability of this cooling blanket to keep their body temperature from fluctuating.

3. DANGTOP Bamboo cooling blanket

With over 15,000 5-star ratings, it's easy to see why everyone can't get enough of this natural bamboo cooling blanket. Not only does the bamboo fiber feel soft and cool against your skin, but the diamond pattern of this queen size blanket really lends itself to more breathability.

Although it is much lighter in weight, it can be combined with a comforter or quilt in winter to keep your body cozy while trying to keep warm. Also available in an eclectic range of colours. We're particularly fond of the eye-catching Sky Blue blanket, while the red and blank flannel pattern is a classic choice for winter.

4. Buffy Breeze Eucalyptus Comforter

Eucalyptus fibers are known for their heavenly feel, as well as their cooling effect against the skin. We recommend this comforter set from Buffy Breeze if you're looking for a happy medium between a lightweight option and a heavy blanket. not only does it wrap, but it makes your entire bed feel like the cool side of your pillow.

You and your conscience can rest easy every night knowing you are sleeping soundly. The eucalyptus fibers used to make this blanket were grown in a renewable forest, using 10 less water than their 100% cotton counterparts.

Bonus? We also love this brand because you can give their products, like this quilt, a spin for free if you buy them directly from the Buffy online store! Their free 7-night at-home trial allows you to test the performance of their products before fully committing to the purchase. Not completely satisfied? Return the order within the trial period. But be sure you have 50 nights from the time of purchase to initiate a free return to get a full refund if you miss the trial window.

5. Reafort All Season Fleece Blanket

Pulling out your fleece blanket and throwing it on your bed during winter is one of the highlights of the year, which makes the need to put them away when summer inevitably returns. This affordable, lightweight option from Reafort, however, can be worn year-round, with one reviewer writing that it was “perfect for summer.” Available in a variety of colors and sizes, this is ideal for those looking for a less airy feel to their cooling blanket.

6. Luxome Cooling Weighted Blanket

There's nothing quite like that soothing feeling of deep pressure from a heavy blanket, but it's almost a function of their design that things can get sweaty the heavier and denser the material. If you're looking to relieve the stress of a weighted blanket as a warm blanket, there's no better choice than the Luxome Cooling Weighted Blanket. Available as one-pieces with a built-in cover or individually as a blanket with an included cover, they're designed with two-sided construction: On one side, you can enjoy the cool, silky feel of heat-regulating bamboo lyocell, and on the other, you'll have a soft, comfortable fabric with a velvety feel, known as minky. You'll enjoy a comfortable weight (choose from 8-30 pounds, depending on retailer) that feels like a hug, while the blanket stays silky soft, super breathable, and wicks away moisture all night long.

7. Brooklinen Lightweight Quilt

If you're looking to get rid of the comforter that keeps you awake and warm all night, but aren't sure why to replace it, let us introduce you to Brooklinen's lightweight comforter. Made from 100% cotton, this special hand-stitched creation can be used alone as a lightweight blanket or placed over your existing bed. Reviewers note that it's breathable, soft and perfect for warm sleeps all year round or just hot summer nights.

8. Lightweight down comforter Alt

Just because you get warm while you sleep doesn't mean you don't still want to feel a warm, cozy feeling when you first curl up in bed. Your comfort has a lot to do with what you put on top of you, and with Casper's Alt Lightweight Comforter you can enjoy all the comfort of a comforter, but without the added warmth. With a shell made of cool-to-the-touch, 100% Tencel lyocell, you'll get a highly breathable fabric that won't make you sweat as you pick it up. Plus, the padding is made from inflatable polyester recycled from water bottles — so you can sleep easy knowing you're also doing your bit for the environment.

Why you should invest in a cooling blanket

Our body temperature needs to drop before you can begin the process of falling asleep, but if you're a warm sleeper, you know that's easier said than done. The best cooling blankets are made from materials that breathe, meaning they don't insulate your body heat. Instead, they make it easier for your body heat to move while absorbing or wicking away moisture, so you can snuggle up through the night without feeling too hot.

Buying guide: How we picked the best cooling blankets

We evaluated our list of the best cooling blankets based on the following criteria.

Weight: This will ultimately depend on whether you prefer a more airy feel to your blanket or if you need something a little thicker. There are cooling options for lightweight, bulky and even weighted blankets.

Materials: Different types of fabric handle the act of cooling differently. Some actually trap the heat and moisture generated by your body at night, while others (like cotton and polyester) can literally wick sweat away from your body. We recommend going with blankets made from natural materials, such as bamboo and eucalyptus, which are noted for their moisture-wicking abilities. Stay away from any blankets that are made with Lycra, which is a synthetic fiber used to help the fabric stretch, but is also guilty of trapping sweat and heat in your body.