Emma Premium Cloud Pillow
- 100% Polyester & Siliconised micro elastic fibre
- Adjustable design
- Soft feel
Tell me more about the Emma Premium Cloud pillow
The Emma Premium Cloud pillow delivers a soft and cosy sleeping experience made from microfibre layers.
This adjustable pillow has two interchangeable layers so that you can tailor its thickness to your individual preferences.
It's also fully washable, making it a great choice for allergy sufferers or frequent sweaters.
Microfibre is an excellent cooling alternative for those who find memory foam options too warm.
Perfect for back and stomach sleepers, the pillow provides a soft, sinking feeling that helps align the neck and spine.
Side sleepers, however, might find it a tad too soft, lacking the necessary support for optimal spinal alignment.
Reasons to buy
30-night trial period |
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2-year guarantee |
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Adjustable for most sleepers |
Reasons to avoid
Quite expensive for a microfibre pillow |
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May lack support for side sleepers |
Simba Hybrid Pillow
- Shredded memory foam
- Medium-firm
- Fully adjustable
Tell me more about the Simba Hybrid Pillow
The Simba Hybrid pillow offers comfort and support to a wide range of sleepers.
It features unique memory foam "nanocubes" that can be added and removed to best suit your preferences.
The shredded memory foam also gives the pillow a more traditional feel.
The Simba Hybrid pillow also features astronaut-inspired temperature-regulating technology that absorbs, stores and releases heat as needed.
The Simba Hybrid pillow cover is removable and machine-washable.
This makes it a great choice for people prone to allergies.
Reasons to buy
Fully adjustable height and firmness |
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Machine-washable cover |
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1-year guarantee |
Reasons to avoid
Quite expensive |
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No trial period |
What is a cool pillow?
A cool pillow is a great way to lower the temperature on a sizzlingly hot sleep. 🔥
Studies [1] show our core body temperature needs to drop 1 - 2 degrees to sleep comfortably throughout the night.
Pillows that stay cool aim to regulate body temperature and provide a calm and cooler sleep.
Excessively hot sleepers may also consider pairing a cooling mattress with their cool pillow for best results.
Do cooling pillows work?
A pillow with advanced cooling technology can offer a night of cooler sleep.
It may seem too good to be true, but these highly technical cooling pillows are made with the latest materials that help to prevent overheating.
But they don’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. 🤔
These ice-cold pillows encompass different elements that make them reasonably cooler than your standard pillow.
So, what are the best cooling pillow materials?
Types of cool pillows
You should consider the different types of cool pillows available. 🧽🌱🐑
Some cold pillows use advanced materials that absorb body heat, whilst others offer natural ventilation.
We’ll take you through the pros and cons of each below! 👇
Gel pillows
Gel pillows are one of the most popular types of cooling pillows available.
Gel foam is designed specifically for those who feel the heat at night and can be found in many products, including gel mattresses.
Gel foam feels similar to memory foam, except it is made with tiny gel crystals inside the material. ✨
These crystals absorb body heat, which helps to regulate body temperature throughout the night.
A pillow that stays cold is often designed with a foam core insert made of gel or an outer cooling gel pad on the cover.
However, no science-backed studies prove that a gel memory foam pillow effectively combats hot sleep. 🤔
Whilst many claim gel pillows have eradicated their night sweats, others assert these products have had little effect.
Memory foam pillows
Memory foam hasn’t got the best reputation for being cool.
Typically, memory foam is one of the warmest materials available. 🥵
Just take a look at the temperature scale chart below:
Memory foam traps heat, unlike some other pillow materials.
This creates a build-up of warmth in the bed that can have you waking up shimmering with sweat.
So, why are they on this list? 🧐
Memory foam has become increasingly advanced, particularly higher-quality memory foam fill designed with an open-cell structure.
Open-cell foam is much more breathable and can disperse heat better than cheaper foams. 🧽
Some memory foam is also made with PCM, which stands for “phase changing materials”.
This highly scientific technology turns solid memory foam cells into liquid form, allowing excess heat to be absorbed more efficiently. 💧
Tempur is one of the first memory foam manufacturers to use PCM technology in their products.
The Temper Cloud CoolTouch pillow is one of our favourites, made with soft pressure-relieving memory foam.
Hollowfibre pillows
Hollowfibre pillows are one of the most common pillow types you can buy.
Most people have slept on a hollowfibre pillow in their lifetime.
These are one of the most affordable pillows, made from cost-efficient materials. 💰
Hollowfibre pillows are lightweight and made with breathable open fibres that are often hypoallergenic.
Air can easily be circulated through the open fibres, allowing cool air to flow through and hot air to disperse out of the pillow. 🌬️
This ventilation system is even more effective when paired with a breathable outer pillow cover and pillowcases.
If you’re on a budget, a breathable pillow made with hollowfibre is an excellent option. 👍
The Kally Cooling pillow is budget-friendly but doesn't compromise on quality or coolness.
Natural fibre pillows
Natural fibre pillows are made from naturally-sourced materials such as wool, feather, cotton, or bamboo.
Natural fibre pillows work similarly to hollowfibre pillows but with even better benefits. 🙌
Like hollowfibre pillows, the open fibres allow air to flow throughout the pillow.
Additionally, natural fibres such as wool act as a thermo-regulator that will regulate body temperature depending on if you’re hot or cold.
Naturally cool materials like wool, cotton and silk wick away moisture, making them ideal for those who suffer from night sweats.
However, whilst natural fibre pillows are one of the best options, they tend to be expensive.
But if you have no budgetary constraints, we encourage you to reap all the rewards from natural fibre pillows, such as a feather or wool pillow.
The Woolroom Deluxe Natural wool pillow is filled with soft wool and has a breathable cotton cover.
Latex pillows
Technically, latex also counts as a natural pillow, but their cooling techniques work a little differently.
Latex derives from tree sap, a sustainably sourced material that protects the environment. 🌎
This material has a natural open-cell structure, which offers better breathability.
Latex pillows are manufactured with tiny pinholes throughout, designed to encourage airflow.
These pinholes push warm air out and draw fresh cold air in, creating a superb ventilation system. 🌬️
Check out the video below to see how this works:
Latex is also highly durable, so your latex pillow can last five years or longer.
Check out our favourite latex pillow:
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Superior Comfort Slim Latex PillowPrice from £ 114.95 £ (181 )The Relyon Superior Comfort Slim Latex pillow is made with 100% Relyon latex and includes a 5-year guarantee.The Relyon Superior Comfort Slim Latex pillow is made with 100% Relyon latex and includes a 5-year guarantee.Price from £ 114.95 (£ 181 )
Who are cooling pillows most suitable for?
A cooling pillow can make an excellent option for anybody sensitive to heat.
However, they’re a particularly good option for:
- Naturally hot sleepers
- Those suffering from menopausal symptoms
- People who suffer from night sweats
- Pregnant women
- Sleepers of all positions
If you fall into any of those categories, a cool pillow is a great way to tackle those hot flushes and provide an overall cooler sleep. ❄️
Best cool pillow for your sleeping position
Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as choosing the best cool pillow on the market. 👀
It’s essential to choose not only a pillow that is cool but also one that is suitable for your sleeping position.
So, what is the best cool pillow for your sleeping position? 👇
Best cooling pillow for side sleepers
Side sleepers need a deep and firm pillow. 🧱
Side sleepers should opt for a cool pillow that is firm enough to support the head and shoulders and deep enough to encourage neutral alignment of the spine or neck.
The Simba Hybrid pillow is a great pillow for side sleepers.
This cool pillow has a firm feel with Nanocube foam to fill the space between the head and shoulders.
Best cool pillow for back sleepers
Back sleepers need a medium-feel and medium-height pillow. 🧸
Back sleepers require a cooling pillow that cushions the head and shoulders without sinking in too deeply or too little.
A medium support pillow will help keep the spine straight with the neck, preventing unwanted bending.
The Kally Cooling pillow is a good choice for back sleepers. ✔️
The blown hollowfibre fillings and the cool foam core combine support and comfort for a pillow that feels just right.
The breathable materials counteract hot flushes whilst supporting the head and neck in a natural position. 🥰
Best cool pillow for stomach sleepers
Stomach sleepers need a low loft and soft pillow. ☁️
Stomach sleepers will get on great with a cool pillow that keeps the head as close to the mattress as possible.
The Tempur Cloud CoolTouch pillow has extra-soft shredded memory foam that will mould around the head and neck to keep the spine aligned.
However, this pillow may feel slightly too high for some stomach sleepers. 😨
Stomach sleepers that suffer from night sweats and neck pain should consider sleeping without a pillow.
Ditching your pillow altogether might be the answer to more restorative sleep. ✨
What is the best way to keep cool at night?
You shouldn’t just rely on a cooling pillow to keep your hot flushes at bay during the night. 🤔
There are lots of ways you can encourage a cooler sleep throughout the year.
So, what are they? 👇
Use a cooler duvet
Sleeping with a lower tog duvet can affect how hot you feel at night.
Take a look at the chart:
As you can see, tog ratings below 4 are much cooler and will prevent you from getting too toasty.
You could also consider duvets with cooling technology in the fibres.
The Simba duvet is designed with Stratos Active temperature regulation technology, Simba-Renew fibres that dissipate heat and a breathable cotton cover.
These space-inspired materials provide a much cooler sleep.❄️
Open the windows
Opening your windows at night will allow fresh air to flow and cool you down. 🌬️
This works even better if you open more windows adjacent to the bedroom to create a cross breeze and encourage optimal airflow.
If it’s hot during the day, try to keep your curtains and blinds shut.
This will prevent the heat from building up inside your home during the day and can help cool down your room.
Shower before bed
After a swelteringly hot day, a shower is a great way to cool down just before bed. 🚿
It will also help those with sensitive skin to prevent dirt and bacteria from building up in the bed, which can cause skin reactions.
You may think that having a cold shower is the best way to stay cool, but research [2] indicates that a warm bath is a better solution for a good night's sleep. 😴
This will activate your brain into thinking it's time for bed, and encourage your body temperature to lower up to 2 degrees.
Why not also consider a bath pillow to wind down at night?
Use natural sheets and pillowcases
Sheets made from cotton, silk, or even bamboo are an excellent choice for those looking to lower the temperature while you sleep. 🌡️
You could try silk pillowcases for an extra luxurious feel.
The natural properties are great for sweaty sleepers as they wick away moisture during the night.
They're also highly breathable and much kinder to sensitive skin. 🦔
Check out our favourite natural sheets for a cooler sleep:
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100% Bamboo BeddingPrice from £ 96.80 £ (110 )Silky soft and temperature-regulating 100% bamboo bedding from Panda London.Silky soft and temperature-regulating 100% bamboo bedding from Panda London.Price from £ 96.80 (£ 110 )
Can you wash a cool pillow?
If you suffer from night sweats, you might need a fully washable pillow to ensure your pillow stays clean. 🧼
This will help increase the lifespan of your cool pillow and keep it fresher for longer.
Some cool pillows, such as the TempurCloud CoolTouch pillow, come with a washable cover.
But some cooling pillows are fully machine-washable.
You should check your pillow tag or the manufacturer’s website to see if your cold pillow is washable. 🏷️
Here you will also find details of the recommended setting and whether the pillow can be tumble-dried.
Take a look at our favourite washable pillows:
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Cooling PillowPrice from £ 44.99The Kally Cooling pillow is designed to soothe those who suffer from hot flushes during sleep.The Kally Cooling pillow is designed to soothe those who suffer from hot flushes during sleep.Price from £ 44.99
Other ways to keep your pillow cold
It's not easy finding a pillow that stays cold all night long.
Bedding accessories like cooling pillow cases are highly breathable and can help your head stay cool during sleep.
You can also get more advanced cooling accessories like a cooling pillow pad.
Cooling pads have been a popular way to chill out at bedtime, particularly for menopausal women.
You can put the cooling pad into the fridge for ten minutes and then insert it into your pillowcase, where you should feel noticeably cooler.
You can also pop the cooling pad behind your back when sitting down or even rest your feet on it for those who feel the heat day and night. 🌞🌜
There are many cool pillow mats for pillows and mattresses available on Amazon.
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Cooling Water Mattress PadPrice from £ 90 £ (119 )The Roboraty cooling mattress pad has a water conditioning system.The Roboraty cooling mattress pad has a water conditioning system.Price from £ 90 (£ 119 )
How much do cool pillows cost?
The price of a cool pillow depends on the quality of the pillow you’re buying. 🧵
High-quality pillows are going to be more costly but potentially more effective for keeping you cool.
On the other hand, cheaper solutions such as a cooling pad can provide a refreshing sleep without breaking the bank.
Typically, cool pillows begin at around £15 for a more budget-friendly product.
Premium cool pillows will cost over £50 depending on the quality and materials.
Cool pillow discount codes
There are often voucher codes on cool pillows where you can make some fantastic savings.
You can save up to 50% on some of the best cool bed pillows on the market. 🏷️
Keep tabs on our discounts page for all the latest cool pillow offers.
You can also sign up for our newsletter for exclusive discounts on mattresses and pillows.
Should I buy a cooling pillow?
It’s easy to make a rash purchase in the heat of the moment.
But are cooling pillows really worth it? 🤔
We think cool pillows can be a great way to provide a calm and cooler sleep.
Whether you suffer from menopause, night sweats, or you’re just hot-blooded, a cooling pillow can be a great addition to your sleep.
But there are also other ways to cool down during the night.
Try all our tips and tricks along with your new cooling pillow, and you should feel a noticeable difference in your sleep. 😍
Here’s a reminder of some of our best cooling pillows:
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Premium Cloud PillowPrice from £ 75The Emma Premium Cloud pillow is a soft & fluffy down-alternative pillow."Get an extra 5% off with our exclusive discount code."The Emma Premium Cloud pillow is a soft & fluffy down-alternative pillow."Get an extra 5% off with our exclusive discount code."Price from £ 75 -
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Hybrid PillowPrice from £ 109The Simba Hybrid Pillow is an excellent choice for those in need of adjustable support.The Simba Hybrid Pillow is an excellent choice for those in need of adjustable support.Price from £ 109
Frequently asked questions
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What is the best cool pillow for menopause?
For menopausal women, choosing a pillow that can tackle hot flushes is important.
We recommend a cooling pillow designed to provide optimal breathability.
Pillows that have heat-absorbing properties and can regulate body temperature are ideal.
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Are cool gel pillows safe?
As cooling pillows are often manufactured with chemicals to ensure they create a cooler sleep, you may be wondering if they’re safe to use.
Many cool pillow brands will specify the toxicity of their products.
You should check the pillow materials and what tests have been carried out by the manufacturers to ensure it is safe to use.
For example, OEKO-TEX-certified [3] products have tested every thread and fibre in the material to ensure it doesn't include harmful substances.
Additionally CERTIPUR certifications [4] ensure any foam used in the product conforms to high health and safety standards.
The Simba Hybrid Pillow is TCPP-free and CERTIPUR certified.
This cool pillow is made with the purest foam that is free from harmful chemicals.
Alternatively, natural fibre pillows are generally safer to use and can provide a cool sleep.
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Where can you buy a cool pillow?
You can buy a cool pillow from a variety of bedding retailers.
Check out the following retailers and brands for cool pillows:
- Silentnight cool pillows
- Amazon cool pillow
- Dunelm cool pillow
- Argos cool pillow
- Tempur cool pillow
- Dreams cool pillow
- TheraPur cool pillow
Most of these brands have cool pillows available in-store and on their online website.
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How long do cool pillows last?
Some cooling pillows may offer an initial cooling effect, but they begin to lose their cooling properties over time.
To ensure you’re buying a product that lasts, you should check if it comes with a warranty.
A warranty will safeguard you against buying a pillow with any faults or issues after a specified time period.
Many warranties include the cooling properties in the guarantee, so if your cooling pillow stops working, you are fully protected.
Most cooling pillows will come with a minimum 1-year guarantee.
Higher-quality cold pillows may come with an even longer warranty, such as the Tempur Cloud CoolTouch pillow, with a 3-year guarantee.
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Do cooling pillow include a sleep trial?
Some cool pillows come with a sleep trial for even more peace of mind.
This means you have a specified amount of time to test the pillow before deciding if it’s right for you.
This is a great way to determine if the pillow provides a cooler sleep without wasting your money.
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What other cool pillows are available?
In this article, we've showcased the best cool pillows in the UK.
But many cool pillows are available that may be more suitable for you.
Some other popular cool pillows and brands include:
- Rem-Fit 500 Cool Gel pillow
- JML cool pillow
- Silentnight cool pillow
- Therapur cool pillow
- IKEA cool pillow
- Chillow cooling pillow
- Coolmax pillow
We currently don't have any reviews on these cool pillows.
But we'll be sure to update this article as soon as we do.
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