Bamboo Bedding for Night Sweats – How It Works

Short answer: Bamboo bedding can help with the discomfort of night sweats, because bamboo viscose wicks moisture away from the skin and breathes better than densely woven cotton. You wake up less clammy, and the bedding feels cooler against your skin. If the sweating is caused by illness, you should always talk to your doctor.

Why do we sweat at night?

Night sweats can be caused by a duvet that is too warm, a stuffy bedroom, hormonal changes or illness. Whatever the cause, the discomfort gets worse if the bedding holds on to the moisture. A damp cover feels cold and clammy and can wake you several times during the night.

What makes bamboo different

Bamboo viscose is highly moisture-wicking and moves the sweat away from the skin and out into the air, instead of storing it in the fabric. At the same time the surface feels cool. See the selection of bamboo bedding, and read how the material regulates temperature.

More ways to tackle night sweats

Sleep at 16 to 18 degrees, choose a duvet that suits the season, and sleep in breathable nightwear from the collection of bamboo nightwear. If the sweating is caused by menopause, you can read our guide to bamboo clothing for menopause. With persistent night sweats you should follow your doctor's advice.

Frequently asked questions

Does bamboo bedding help with night sweats?

It can help with the discomfort, because it wicks moisture away and feels cool. It does not remove the underlying cause of night sweats.

Why does bamboo bedding feel cool?

The fibres move heat and moisture away from the skin instead of holding on to it, which is why the surface feels cool.

When should I see a doctor about night sweats?

If you sweat heavily every night with no obvious cause, or if it comes with other symptoms, you should talk to your doctor.