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How They Work

Top Brands

Who Needs Them?

Other Solutions

Sweat-wicking pajamas are one of the best ways to combat night sweats due to menopause, sleep apnea, hyperthyroidism, hormone therapy, and other causes. The best sweat-wicking pajamas channel perspiration away from the skin so that it can simultaneously evaporate and help cool the body.

Even if you don’t havenight sweats, sweat-wicking pajamas can help your body avoid overheating in hot weather, particularly if you are prone to excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).

There are different textiles and technologies used to make sweat-wicking pajamas which can affect their softness and texture. The “best” options are those that feel and work best for you.

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How Sweat-Wicking Fabrics Work

Moisture-wicking fabrics absorb sweat on the skin and move it to the surface of the fabric where it can evaporate more quickly. It does it through the capillary action of the fibers and/or fabric weave.

Capillary action describes the movement of liquids into narrow spaces in opposition to gravity, much in the same way that water moves up the fibers of a paper towel.

Rather than absorbing and retaining moisture—causing fabrics to become damp or saturated—moisture-wicking fabrics quickly diffuse and disperse moisture through a network of fibers. This not only promotes evaporation but has a cooling effect on the skin.

Many factors influence the moisture-wicking capacity of a fabric, including:

Fiber Options

There are synthetic and natural fibers used in the manufacture of moisture-wicking fabrics. Some manufacturers will use both, optimizing their distinct properties.

Here is how the two main fiber types compare:

Other considerations include whether a fiber has antimicrobial properties that stem the growth ofbacteriaorfungi, such as with linen and bamboo. The hypoallergenic properties may also be considered, particularly for sleepwear, with cotton, linen, and bamboo being naturally hypoallergenic.

Comparing Top Brands

If searching for wicking pajamas to help you cope with night sweats or hyperhidrosis, there are several popular brands market that themselves for such use:

Each has its benefits and drawbacks. Because there is no rating system for moisture-wicking properties, consider texture, fiber content, construction, style, and fit when making a purchase.

Who Needs Sweat-Wicking Pajamas?

Anyone can wear wicking pajamas if they want to remain cool and dry at night. This is especially true for those who are prone to strong body odors,vaginal yeast infections, orjock itch; excess body moisture contributes to all of these issues.

However, if you find yourself struggling with night sweats or hyperhidrosis, moisture-wicking pajamas may be even more imperative to improve comfort and sleep and prevent the drenching of clothing and bedding.

Causes of night sweats and hyperhidrosis frequently overlap and may include:

Other Solutions if You Have Night Sweats

In addition to buying wicking pajamas, there are other things you can do to reduce the impact that night sweats and hyperhidrosis have on your life:

Summary

There are many potential causes of hot flashes and night sweats. Choosing sleepwear that wicks away sweat and helps to regulate body temperature may help you to manage. Staying dry and optimizing your body temperature can help improve your sleep.

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Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.Lei M, Li Y, Liu Y, Ma Y, Cheng L, Hue Y.Effect of weaving structures on the water wicking–evaporating behavior of woven fabrics.Polymers (Basel).2020;12(2):422. doi:10.3390/polym12020422Chow CM, Shin M, Mahar TJ, Halaki M, Ireland A.The impact of sleepwear fiber type on sleep quality under warm ambient conditions.Nat Sci Sleep.2019;11:167-178. doi:10.2147/NSS.S209116Kisielnicka A, Szczerkowska-Dobosz A, Purzycka-Bohdan D, Nowicki RJ.Hyperhidrosis: disease aetiology, classification and management in the light of modern treatment modalities.Postepy Dermatol Alergol.2022 Apr;39(2):251–257. doi:10.5114/ada.2022.115887National Institute on Aging.Hot flashes: what can I do?Smith RL, Flaws JA, Gallicchio L.Does quitting smoking decrease the risk of midlife hot flashes? A longitudinal analysis.Maturitas. 2015;82(1):123-127. doi:10.1016/j.maturitas.2015.06.029Saccomani S, Lui-Filho JF, Juliato CR, Gabiatti JR, Pedro AO, Costa-Paiva L.Does obesity increase the risk of hot flashes among midlife women?: a population-based study.Menopause. 2017;24(9):1065-1070. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000884Avis NE, Legault C, Russell G, Weaver K, Danhauer SC.Pilot study of integral yoga for menopausal hot flashes.Menopause. 2014;21(8):846-854. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000191Kroenke CH, Caan BJ, Stefanick ML, et al.Effects of a dietary intervention and weight change on vasomotor symptoms in the Women’s Health Initiative.Menopause. 2012;19(9):980-988. doi:10.1097/gme.0b013e31824f606eParazzini F.Resveratrol, tryptophanum, glycine and vitamin E: a nutraceutical approach to sleep disturbance and irritability in peri- and post-menopause.Minerva Ginecol. 2015;67(1):1-5.Chen MN, Lin CC, Liu CF.Efficacy of phytoestrogens for menopausal symptoms: a meta-analysis and systematic review.Climacteric. 2015;18(2):260-269. doi:10.3109/13697137.2014.966241Ee C, French SD, Xue CC, Pirotta M, Teede H.Acupuncture for menopausal hot flashes: clinical evidence update and its relevance to decision making.Menopause. 2017;24(8):980-987. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000850Jeong YJ, Park YS, Kwon HJ, Shin IH, Bong JG, Park SH.Acupuncture for the treatment of hot flashes in patients with breast cancer receiving antiestrogen therapy: a pilot study in Korean women.J Altern Complement Med. 2013;19(8):690-696. doi:10.1089/acm.2012.0347

Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.

Lei M, Li Y, Liu Y, Ma Y, Cheng L, Hue Y.Effect of weaving structures on the water wicking–evaporating behavior of woven fabrics.Polymers (Basel).2020;12(2):422. doi:10.3390/polym12020422Chow CM, Shin M, Mahar TJ, Halaki M, Ireland A.The impact of sleepwear fiber type on sleep quality under warm ambient conditions.Nat Sci Sleep.2019;11:167-178. doi:10.2147/NSS.S209116Kisielnicka A, Szczerkowska-Dobosz A, Purzycka-Bohdan D, Nowicki RJ.Hyperhidrosis: disease aetiology, classification and management in the light of modern treatment modalities.Postepy Dermatol Alergol.2022 Apr;39(2):251–257. doi:10.5114/ada.2022.115887National Institute on Aging.Hot flashes: what can I do?Smith RL, Flaws JA, Gallicchio L.Does quitting smoking decrease the risk of midlife hot flashes? A longitudinal analysis.Maturitas. 2015;82(1):123-127. doi:10.1016/j.maturitas.2015.06.029Saccomani S, Lui-Filho JF, Juliato CR, Gabiatti JR, Pedro AO, Costa-Paiva L.Does obesity increase the risk of hot flashes among midlife women?: a population-based study.Menopause. 2017;24(9):1065-1070. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000884Avis NE, Legault C, Russell G, Weaver K, Danhauer SC.Pilot study of integral yoga for menopausal hot flashes.Menopause. 2014;21(8):846-854. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000191Kroenke CH, Caan BJ, Stefanick ML, et al.Effects of a dietary intervention and weight change on vasomotor symptoms in the Women’s Health Initiative.Menopause. 2012;19(9):980-988. doi:10.1097/gme.0b013e31824f606eParazzini F.Resveratrol, tryptophanum, glycine and vitamin E: a nutraceutical approach to sleep disturbance and irritability in peri- and post-menopause.Minerva Ginecol. 2015;67(1):1-5.Chen MN, Lin CC, Liu CF.Efficacy of phytoestrogens for menopausal symptoms: a meta-analysis and systematic review.Climacteric. 2015;18(2):260-269. doi:10.3109/13697137.2014.966241Ee C, French SD, Xue CC, Pirotta M, Teede H.Acupuncture for menopausal hot flashes: clinical evidence update and its relevance to decision making.Menopause. 2017;24(8):980-987. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000850Jeong YJ, Park YS, Kwon HJ, Shin IH, Bong JG, Park SH.Acupuncture for the treatment of hot flashes in patients with breast cancer receiving antiestrogen therapy: a pilot study in Korean women.J Altern Complement Med. 2013;19(8):690-696. doi:10.1089/acm.2012.0347

Lei M, Li Y, Liu Y, Ma Y, Cheng L, Hue Y.Effect of weaving structures on the water wicking–evaporating behavior of woven fabrics.Polymers (Basel).2020;12(2):422. doi:10.3390/polym12020422

Chow CM, Shin M, Mahar TJ, Halaki M, Ireland A.The impact of sleepwear fiber type on sleep quality under warm ambient conditions.Nat Sci Sleep.2019;11:167-178. doi:10.2147/NSS.S209116

Kisielnicka A, Szczerkowska-Dobosz A, Purzycka-Bohdan D, Nowicki RJ.Hyperhidrosis: disease aetiology, classification and management in the light of modern treatment modalities.Postepy Dermatol Alergol.2022 Apr;39(2):251–257. doi:10.5114/ada.2022.115887

National Institute on Aging.Hot flashes: what can I do?

Smith RL, Flaws JA, Gallicchio L.Does quitting smoking decrease the risk of midlife hot flashes? A longitudinal analysis.Maturitas. 2015;82(1):123-127. doi:10.1016/j.maturitas.2015.06.029

Saccomani S, Lui-Filho JF, Juliato CR, Gabiatti JR, Pedro AO, Costa-Paiva L.Does obesity increase the risk of hot flashes among midlife women?: a population-based study.Menopause. 2017;24(9):1065-1070. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000884

Avis NE, Legault C, Russell G, Weaver K, Danhauer SC.Pilot study of integral yoga for menopausal hot flashes.Menopause. 2014;21(8):846-854. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000191

Kroenke CH, Caan BJ, Stefanick ML, et al.Effects of a dietary intervention and weight change on vasomotor symptoms in the Women’s Health Initiative.Menopause. 2012;19(9):980-988. doi:10.1097/gme.0b013e31824f606e

Parazzini F.Resveratrol, tryptophanum, glycine and vitamin E: a nutraceutical approach to sleep disturbance and irritability in peri- and post-menopause.Minerva Ginecol. 2015;67(1):1-5.

Chen MN, Lin CC, Liu CF.Efficacy of phytoestrogens for menopausal symptoms: a meta-analysis and systematic review.Climacteric. 2015;18(2):260-269. doi:10.3109/13697137.2014.966241

Ee C, French SD, Xue CC, Pirotta M, Teede H.Acupuncture for menopausal hot flashes: clinical evidence update and its relevance to decision making.Menopause. 2017;24(8):980-987. doi:10.1097/GME.0000000000000850

Jeong YJ, Park YS, Kwon HJ, Shin IH, Bong JG, Park SH.Acupuncture for the treatment of hot flashes in patients with breast cancer receiving antiestrogen therapy: a pilot study in Korean women.J Altern Complement Med. 2013;19(8):690-696. doi:10.1089/acm.2012.0347

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