Get a better (and comfier) night's sleep with a cooling pillow

Waking up drenched in sweat is unpleasant, to say the least. But hot sleep can be difficult to stave off, particularly when temperatures rise outside.  If you find yourself struggling to sleep cool, you might consider taking a few steps to regulate your sleep environment — including investing in "cooling" sheets, comforters, and pillows. These items won't solve your sleep woes by themselves, but they can certainly help, especially as part of your wider effort to improve sleep hygiene and finally (finally) get a good night's rest. Why is "sleeping cool" important? A cool sleep environment doesn't just feel better (though that's certainly true); it's also crucial to sleeping well. Our bodies prepare for and begin the transition into sleep by dropping in temperature, helping us feel drowsy. A cooling pillow can assist in that process. Read more...More about Home, Sleep, Mashable Shopping, Culture, and Work Life IMAGE: Amazon BEST OVERALL Coop Home Goods Eden Adjustable Pillow The filling inside this already breathable pillow is infused with cooling gel. Material: Bamboo rayon / polyester blend Fill: Shredded memory foam Machine washable: Yes Trial period: 100 days $69.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR STOMACH SLEEPERS Xtreme Comforts Slim Hypoallergenic Shredded Memory Foam Pillow This soft, slim pillow has a bamboo cover and is filled with shredded memory foam. Material: Bamboo rayon Fill: Shredded memory foam Machine washable: Yes (cover only) Trial period: No $39.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR SIDE SLEEPERS Layla Kapok Pillow This is a truly unique pillow, from its copper-infused cover to the blend of memory foam and Kapok in its interior. Material: Polyester, viscose, copper Fill: Memory foam / Kapok Machine washable: No Trial period: 120 days, must use for at least 2 weeks $99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR BACK SLEEPERS Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud Breeze Dual Cooling Pillow Tempur-Pedic's cooling pillow is on the pricier side, but it's still a great option for people looking for a firm pillow with substantial neck support. Material: Cotton Fill: Memory foam Machine washable: Yes (cover only) Trial period: No $169 from Amazon IMAGE: Purple BEST LATEX PILLOW Purple Harmony Pillow This cooling pillow is heavy, tech-y, and great for neck support, according to reviewers. Material: Mesh Fill: Latex Machine washable: Yes (cover only) Trial period: 100 days $159 from Purple IMAGE: Bed Bath & Beyond BEST HYBRID PILLOW Therapedic Polar Nights Cooling Adjustable Hybrid Pillow Why choose between moisture-wicking fabric, cooling gel, and adjustable fill when you can have all three? Just be prepared to spot clean. Material: Polyester Fill: Shredded memory foam + cooling gel Machine washable: No Trial period: No $99.99 from Bed Bath & Beyond IMAGE: Amazon BEST WALLET-FRIENDLY PILLOW Weekender Ventilated Gel Memory Foam Pillow With its handy reversible cooling cover, this is truly a pillow for all seasons. Material (cooling cover): 52% polyethylene, 48% polyester Material (neutral cover): Polyester Fill: Memory foam Machine washable: No Trial period: No $39.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Slumber Cloud BEST COTTON PILLOW Slumber Cloud Cirrus Pillow This pillow's breathable cotton shell will help keep you cool for the entire night. Material: Cotton Fill: Polyester or down Machine washable: Yes Trial period: 60 days $59.99 from Slumber Cloud