You might have asked yourself, what are wicking pajamas? They’re sleepwear designed to wick away sweat, making them ideal for women who suffer from night sweats or hot flashes while sleeping for the night.
But, what are the best brands? How much do they cost and where can you locate them? To learn more about some of the best sweat-wicking pajama brands, read on.
Cool Sets Sleepwear
Cool Sets makes pajamas and lounge wear for women, with a focus on the menopausal and post-menopausal women dealing with night sweat issues and other hormonal problems. Their beautiful lingerie and sleep sets are designed to look great, but also keep you sweat free while you sleep.
For a complete pajama set, you can expect to pay between $65 and $100. Nighties and negligees typically retail for just $40 to $80. They also sell a wicking headband, a great choice for women who wake up with sweaty hair and a dripping forehead.
MEC – Mountain Equipment Co-Op
Mountain Equipment Co-Op is like the Canadian equivalent of REI in the U.S. They make active, outdoor clothing, but also manufacture performance wear designed to wick away sweat. Their silkweight long johns and sleepwear are extremely popular with menopausal and post-menopausal women and typically retail for about $70 for a complete set.
Serene Comfort
Serene Comfort’s business exploded after they were featured on Oprah and the Today Show. Their wicking nighties and sleep sets are designed for the older woman and usually retail for about $55 average. Their style tends to be modest and a bit traditional, so if you’re looking for something more attractive, you may need to look elsewhere.
Wicking J Sleepwear
Wicking J was one of the first manufacturers of sweat wicking nightwear. They make pajama sets and nighties for women along with lounge wear and everyday clothing – all made to wick away sweat and cool the body. Their clothes are specifically targeted toward the menopausal and post-menopausal woman.
Wicking J offers a wide range of choices, designs and styles – from your basic pajamas to funky and trendy capri or short sets. So, whether you’re looking for something hip or a little more traditional, they have it.
NiteSweatz
Featured in the Oprah magazine and Self magazine, NiteSweatz make wicking pajamas that are also hip and stylish. Their style is soft and comfortable, but also fashionable – think yoga wear. Their prices for pajamas range from $80 to $120 per set, but shipping is often free.