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10 best cooling pillows in Australia

Say goodbye to hot, sweaty and sleepless nights.
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Are you constantly tossing and turning at night due to night sweats? Is the heat impacting the quality of your sleep? It’s nothing to be embarrassed by, and a shopping trip could help.

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So you’ve already tried ice-cold showers before going to bed and putting the air-con on full blast but, nothing’s working, and you’re still waking up hot, frustrated and tired? It might be worth changing your pillow to a cooling one.

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Get a better night’s sleep with a cooling pillow (Credit: Abbie Melle/aremediasyndication.com.au) (Credit: Abbie Melle/aremediasyndication.com.au)

Cooling pillows are made with materials like bamboo known for their cooling properties or a specially designed gel layer that effectively moderates and releases heat.

After cooling sheets?

Here we’ve rounded up BHG’s top 10 best cooling pillows.

1. Ovela cooling gel top memory foam pillow, $49.99, Kogan

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Not only does this pillow boast a cool gel top layer, but thanks to the high-density memory foam, these contoured pillows give support to the neck as well.

2. Chillow cooling pillow, $23.99, Amazon

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Slip the Chillow into your pillowcase under your existing pillow for instant cooling comfort. The portable nature of the Chillow is excellent for travel and is great for resting your feet on as well.

3. Royal comfort cooling gel-infused pillow twin pack, $72 (usually $149), Be Me

Royal Comfort Cooling Gel-Infused Contour High Density Memory Foam Pillow Twin Pack

Is there more than one family member that needs a cooling pillow? This twin pack has great value but does not skim on neck support and shoulder pain relief for a comfortable and cooling sleep experience.

4. Tontine classic cool dry comfort medium density pillow, $64.95, Myer

Tontine classic cool dry comfort medium density pillow, $64.95, Myer

Featuring a soft cotton japara cover, which wicks away perspiration from the body. This medium support level pick allows the sleeper to have a more refreshing environment to nod off into.

5. MiniJumbuk breathe pillow low profile, $109.99, David Jones

MINIJUMBUK BREATHE PILLOW LOW PROFILE

Do you find your face overheating? This Aussie-made pillow made from soft wool and cotton helps improve airflow around the face while the cushioned casing provides cool comfort throughout the night. A bonus, is that this natural breathability can also help prevent puffy eyes.

6. Dunlopillo cool comfort pillow protector 2 pack, $89.95, Sheridan

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Convert a pillow you already have into a cooling one with this handy comfort protector. Made for latex or memory foam pillows, this protector is designed to transport moisture away from your body to the surface of the fabric where it evaporates.

7. Ovela set of 2 bamboo luxury memory foam pillows, $39.99, Matt Blatt

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The antimicrobial bamboo cover makes this pillow super breathable, repels dust mites and ensures you stay cool throughout the night. The memory foam will also adapt to your head, neck and shoulders, delivering the perfect combination of support and comfort.

8. Koala pillow, $170, Koala.com

The Koala Pillow

With a 120 free night trial, you can always return this gel-infused memory foam pillow if it’s not the fit for you. But with a softer and firmer side, this pillow is a great match for even the fussiest sleepers.

9. Emma foam pillow, $120, Emma-sleep.com.au

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A combination of the soft and ultra-breathable Airgocell® foam and moisture-wicking UltraDry cover will help you sleep comfortably and cooly all night long.

10. Classic pillow low, $59, Woolstar

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Did you know that wool is a naturally hypoallergenic textile, that’s dust and moisture resistant too? Wool also naturally breathes, circulating air around your face to help your skin breathe and keep you feeling cool during the night – making it the perfect choice for a pillow.

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