Why bamboo bedsheets are the comfiest choice year-round

While sleep is so important to our overall well-being, setting yourself up for a good sleep can feel like a chore. It's tough to stick to a bedtime routine when you have a busy lifestyle or need time to wind down after a stressful day. But you might as well make your bed a great place to be by choosing excellent sheets.

Surprisingly have benefits that go beyond aesthetics. Not only do they feel soft and smooth on the skin, they're great for temperature control. Here's everything you need to know about , and some options to choose from too.

All the pros of bamboo bedding:

• Bamboo is ridiculously soft and luxurious feeling.
• Bamboo has natural properties that grant good air circulation, which helps with regulating your temperature. This is important if you struggle to sleep at night – one of the top suggestions for improving sleep is ensuring optimal temperature (about 21C, but this varies by a few degrees for each person). Air circulation within your sheets will help keep you temperate as you sleep, rather than overheating or waking up cold.
• Bamboo is also moisture-wicking, which is another pro for your temperature. Bamboo sheets will draw moisture away from your body to keep you cool.
• While we highly doubt your bedsheets are likely to be mouldy, bamboo has hypoallergenic and antimicrobial properties, which makes them resistant to dust mites and other nasties that might collect in the fibres of your sheets. This also makes them a great choice for those with sensitive skin.
• If you are prone to skin issues like eczema or acne, you may be able to improve your condition with bamboo sheets, and a bamboo pillowcase with a silky sateen weave. This will be gentle on your skin as you sleep, preserving your overall skin health.

What are your other options?

While bamboo sheets have a heap of benefits, they're not your only option. They're more expensive than many cotton options, and it's up to you if you want to spend the extra money.

Cotton sheets can also be incredibly comfortable, especially if you prefer a material that's a touch stiffer and more structured than the softness of bamboo. They're not inherently hypoallergenic, but they're still good on the skin, and unlikely to give you many problems.

Silk sheets have similar benefits to bamboo, including moisture-wicking properties and high breathability. However, they can be quite an investment.

Very similar to silk but made of more accessible materials, satin or sateen is another option for bedsheets. They're not quite as expensive as silk, but can have the same feel. They also have the same cooling and hypoallergenic properties but are harder to clean than your classic cotton or bamboo sheets. They can also feel cool on the skin, which is less ideal if you run cold. 

Bamboo sheet sets to try

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Linen House Nara 400TC Bamboo Cotton Quilt Cover Set

Here from $189.99

Set includes: one quilt cover and two pillowcases

Sheet Society Kane Bamboo Quilt Cover Set

Yours from $265

Set includes: one quilt cover and two pillowcases

Sheet Society Kane Bamboo Full Sheet Set

Buy now from $245

Set includes: fitted sheet, flat sheet, two pillowcases

Ettitude Signature Sateen Sheet Set

Starting price now $159.60

Set includes: Fitted sheet, flat sheet, two pillowcases

Ecosa Bamboo Sheet Set

$154 for double size$168 for queen size

Set includes: fitted sheet, flat sheet, two pillowcases

Emma Bamboo Bedding Set

$199 for double size$215 for queen size

Set includes: fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcase

Bambury Bamboo Satin Pillowcases

Get one for $47.95

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