New York Post selects Cariloha for Best Cooling Pillow

The New York Post spotlighted Cariloha bamboo pillows in their article, “The Best Cooling Pillows We Tested are Game-Changers for Hot Sleepers,” pointing out the best pillow options and materials to help beat the heat during warmer times of the year. The New York Post is a leading news publication that receives more than 43 million unique monthly visitors.

The 8 best cooling pillows we tested are game-changers for hot sleepers

By Emma Sutton-Williams

If you’re in search of the best cooling pillow, you’re likely familiar with the nightly struggle of overheating and flipping all night long.

Studies show that temperature regulation is crucial to restful sleep, so it’s essential to consider materials that provide temperature control, moisture wicking, and comfort that supports your neck.

We have tested many pillows, cooling sheets, and even top sleeping products, so when we say we’ve seen it all, we really have, and we are testing every day.

Best Bamboo Cooling Pillow: Cariloha Retreat Bamboo Pillow

Pros:

Naturally moisture-wicking
Hypoallergenic and eco-friendly
Excellent airflow

Cons:

Slightly firm for stomach sleepers

This eco-friendly option uses bamboo charcoal-infused memory foam to combat heat and odors while providing steady support. The bamboo-derived cover is naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, which helps regulate body temperature. It’s ideal for sleepers who want a sustainable and hypoallergenic alternative.

Fill type: Bamboo viscose blend | Firmness level: Medium | Cover material: Bamboo viscose blend

How We Tested

We read hundreds of customer reviews, consulted third-party ratings, and personally tested two top-rated cooling pillows over several nights of sleep. Our goal was to assess how well they delivered on comfort, cooling, and support for different sleep styles.

We evaluated the following:

Cooling ability: Was it actually cool? If so, how long did it stay that way?
Support & comfort: We reviewed whether the pillow provided a stabilized cushion throughout multiple sleeps.
Material quality: We looked at each pillow’s materials and gave extra points to those that had cooling technologies and materials known to fight heat.
Sleep position adaptability: For each pillow, we questioned who it was best for and whether it could work for various types of sleepers.
Price point: We looked at all of the above criteria and measured them against the asking price of each pillow. Pricier pillows that had minimal cooling design features but a higher price were quickly removed from our final edit in favor of options that provided more bells and whistles for the same price.