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Bamboo pajamas are a fantastic option for hot sleepers like myself. They're made from breathable fabric that helps regulate your body temperature, making night sweats a thing of the past.
In fact, they're so soft and comfortable that my wife and daughters wanted a pair of their own! So we set out to find the best bamboo pajamas for the whole family.
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A word of warning though. Not all of the so-called bamboo clothing on the market is made equal. Some only use a small percentage of natural fibers, while others are just too expensive.
Only affordable brands that use sustainable materials make our shortlist...
✔ Highest Quality
✔ No Chemicals or Pesticides
✔ Soft, Safe & Comfortable
We Say: Mrs. Miller and I have been sleeping in Bellabu Bear bamboo pajama sets since I first tested them for this article.
These pajamas are incredibly soft to wear, and I’m getting ready for bed earlier than usual to enjoy them for a bit longer. Tragic? Me? Never!
It’s not just the softness where Bellabu Bear excels. The eco-credentials are on point too!
Every set of organic bamboo pajamas they make has received the seal of acceptance from the National Eczema Association and is OEKO-TEX certified to be completely free of chemicals and pesticides.
Bellabu Bear pajamas are a great option for those looking for the softest and safest pajamas, not to mention those who are conscious of their environmental impact.
With an eco-friendly production process and a wide range of styles available (short and long sleeves, and a good choice of designs and styles) there’s something for everyone (babies to adults) from this luxurious sleepwear brand.
And every order qualifies for free U.S. shipping too…
✔ Hypoallergenic Comfort
✔ High Grade - Extra Durable
✔ Incredible Softness
Why It's My Favorite Brand for Matching Sets: The wide range of exclusive, one-of-a-kind prints designed in-house give Free Birdees pajamas a playful and engaging aesthetic that few other brands can match.
The range of styles appeal to adults and children, making these pajamas perfect for matching your bedtime outfits with your little ones.
Personal Experience: Our daughter might cringe at the thought of wearing the same pajamas as their mum. But that hasn't stopped her from falling in love with her Free Birdees Women's Pajama Set.
She says that the buttery-soft texture of the bamboo viscose fabric makes it clear that these aren't ordinary sleepwear. They wrap her in comfort, making it easier to unwind after a long day.
The breathability of the material has also impressed her. Never too cold and never too hot...but just right!
Finally, the durability of these pajamas has impressed us both. They retain their softness and vibrant colors even after multiple washes, showing no signs of wear. This puts Free Birdees' durability ahead of 95% of the brands I tested for this article.
About the Brand: Free Birdees is a brand that was born out of a mom's necessity. The mom in question, Kathy, had a challenge: her young son's sensitive skin flared up with eczema, and she couldn't find the perfect pajamas for him. So she made her own out of super soft and hypoallergenic bamboo viscose.
I also love that Free Birdees has teamed up with 1% For The Planet. This gesture speaks volumes about the brand's commitment to environmental protection.
✔ Perfect for Winter Nights
✔ Luxury, Premium Quality Option
✔ Feels Cooler than Cotton
We Say: This bamboo nightwear set has been Mrs. M’s ‘go-to’ PJ set for cooler nights for a couple of years now.
She usually treats pajama sets like coats. Wear for a season and then donate or recycle. I know…she’s working on it! ????
But, she loves this set so much that it has made it to its third winter, and it's still providing a good night's sleep.
It’s a testament to the quality of the fabric that it’s still looking pretty much as good as new. The color might not be quite as bright…but this is a pajama set with plenty of life still left in it!
Cozy Earth is an ethical brand that manages the entire supply chain (from where the materials are harvested to who makes the labels). They go to extraordinary lengths to ensure a face-to-face relationship with every manufacturer.
They’re so confident in the quality of this pajama set that they offer a 100-night trial.
Try it for three months in the comfort of your own bed. If you don’t fall in love with the comfort and temperature-regulating qualities of the premium bamboo viscose used, you can return it (at no cost to you) for a full refund.
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✔ Keeps Skin Cool
✔ Eliminates Night Sweats
✔ Best for Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
We Say: Mrs. M suffered terribly with nighttime hot flashes when carrying both of our girls.
It turns out to be a hereditary issue because her sister suffered in precisely the same way when carrying our little nephew.
She swore by this Latuza set to keep her cool during her pregnancy night sweats and for easier nighttime access in the early days of breastfeeding.
91% of Amazon reviewers rated this bamboo nightgown at 4 or 5 stars, so it seems most other pregnant women who've tried it consider it to be a good option as well.
✔ OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 Certified
✔ Tagless & Itch-Free
✔ Best Budget Option
We Say: This flowing sleep dress is an excellent option for those who feel restricted in traditional pajamas.
It’s made from what Fishers Finery calls EcoFabric (bamboo viscose mixed with super soft organic cotton and spandex for a bit of stretch).
This is a very popular item among Amazon shoppers, with a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from over 1,000 reviews.
Mrs. M found it comfortable to wear and said it washed really well. It’s just not her cup of tea. She’s a traditional ‘top and pants’ kinda gal.
However, if you’re in the market for a reasonably priced sleep dress with decent enough eco-credentials, then this offering from Fisher Finery is definitely worth a look.
Why It's My Favorite Men's Bamboo Loungeware: YALA makes some exceptional pajama options for men. However, it is loungewear where YALA excels.
The quality of its bamboo and cotton loungewear for men was head and shoulders above any other men's loungewear I tested. I love how it's cozy enough for a quiet night in but also stylish enough for a casual day out.
Personal Experience: Testing the Joey Hooded Jacket and Zach Jogger Pants for this article was an absolute joy. So much so that they've made it into my drawers and are my go-to combination for lazy weekends at home. I even sleep in them from time to time if the weather is cold.
The softness of the fabric was the first thing I noticed. The combination of organic bamboo and organic cotton (with a small amount of spandex for stretch) is incredible. When I'm sitting on the sofa watching TV in this loungewear, I often catch myself distractedly stroking the arms of my hoodie.
Durability is another significant plus point. After several washes, the hoodie and joggers have maintained their shape and softness. This tells me that quality hasn't been sacrificed for sustainability.
About the Brand: YALA is precisely what a modern, ethical, and sustainable fashion brand should be. Founded on the principle of comfort and responsibility, it has grown under the guidance of Rachel and Tif, two former employees who have become co-owners.
As an eco-conscious consumer, I appreciate YALA's commitment to closed-loop processing, significantly reducing water usage and pollution.
Also, the brand's partnership with sustainable production partners and eco-certifications tells you all you need to know about the brand's ethics. For example, the Joey hoodie and Zach joggers are certified by OEKO-TEX, GOTS, and FSC...impressive stuff!
✔ Soft and Cooling
✔ Supremely Comfortable
✔ Carbon Neutral
We Say: Cariloha is an island brand that initially specialized in cotton products.
The brand really started to attract the attention of the eco-friendly-minded when they focused on bamboo products.
All Cariloha bamboo fabric contains high levels of quality, durable bamboo viscose. These elastic waist sleep pants with adjustable drawstring fit perfectly, are luxuriously soft to the touch, and are wonderfully cooling. They’re the coziest pajamas I’ve slept in for many years.
Pair them with the Bamboo Sleep Crew Shirt top (sold separately) for the ultimate in sustainable bamboo luxury. With a choice of two colors, these pants also double as loungewear for when you can't quite be bothered to get dressed :)
This is a carbon-neutral product. Cariloha offsets the 7.3kgs of carbon generated by manufacturing these sleep pants by purchasing third-party verified offset credits.
✔ Great Value
✔ Nice and Soft
✔ 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
We Say: This bamboo pajama set from Latuza is a fantastic option for those looking for a balance between eco-friendliness and value.
They’re made from the popular split of 95% bamboo viscose and 5% spandex.
At this price range, the viscose won't be the best of the best in terms of sustainability, but it’s still more sustainable than many other options out there.
Latuza offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all its products. Products must be returned in the original packaging and shipped within 30 days of delivery or 40 days of purchase.
We Say: Ok. I know this isn’t technically bamboo pajamas. But anyone who knew me at college knows how much I love a robe.
I lived in my old battered striped robe at college for many (too many!) years.
I wanted to get at least one robe on the list, and my choice is the Carlioha Bamboo Bathrobe.
Cards on the table. This is not the most eco-friendly robe I tested.
However, most of the other robes cost well over $200. I know sustainable products are more expensive, but the price of robes is madness. My college self would pass out at some of the ticket prices!
Sure, they were comfortable. Sure, they had a higher bamboo content from a closed-loop process. But I wanted the robe option to be as affordable as possible.
This super soft bamboo robe from Carlioha is lovely to wear. I could easily slip back into my old college ways and wear it around the house all day.
In terms of eco-friendly credentials, the mix of bamboo viscose, Egyptian cotton, and polyester is acceptable for the price point.
We Say: Our little nephew is dinosaur-obsessed. So he was the perfect test subject for this adorable dino print two-piece bamboo pajama set.
To say they’ve been a massive hit would be a gross understatement.
My nephew LOVES them. He would happily wear them all day, EVERY day.
His mom is also happy with them. She has already made a request for more for Christmas, birthday, Easter, Hanukkah…you name it!
Little Sleepies was founded by mom of two, Maradith, who was frustrated with the lack of functional, long-lasting, eco-friendly sleepwear for kids with sensitive skin…so she started making her own.
The brand now boasts an extensive range of sizes and styles to suit all tastes and budgets.
Little Sleepies has developed a strong base of loyal and passionate customers, Including celebrities like Chrissy Teigen, Andy Cohen, Haylie Duff, and the Kardashians (Kim, Khloe, and Kylie).
This is one thing I agree with them on - Little Sleepies are great.
There are many reasons why bamboo is the perfect material for pajamas. My top four are:
I considered many factors when arriving at my recommendations. The main ones are:
The bamboo fabric industry s a pretty murky one (although it’s getting better).
Many sellers/manufacturers try all the greenwashing tactics in the book to convince you that their product is sustainable.
Make sure you buy from a reputable source, and you know exactly what blend of fabric has gone into your bamboo pajamas.
Steer clear of products labeled as bamboo that are just polyester with a small amount of bamboo fibers added.
I’ve done all the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that all the products recommended in this article maintain good sustainability standards.
Due to its temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking properties, sustainable bamboo fabric always keeps you at the perfect temperature.
If temperature regulation is important to you, look for a set of bamboo pajamas with as close to 100% bamboo rayon or bamboo viscose content as possible.
Yes, there is a good chance your bamboo PJs will shrink if exposed to heat. That's why you should always wash your bamboo PJs in cold water, and air dry.
Yes, according to Mumsnet, bamboo dries around 10% faster than cotton.
Capri pajama bottoms (or capri pants) are longer than shorts but shorter than regular pants. They have a loose fit with wide legs.
The material used is the same for women's bamboo pajamas and men’s. The main differences are:
I have to admit that before I started testing the best bamboo pajamas, I had my doubts about how comfortable, effective, and eco-friendly the fabric would be.
But now I’ve been somewhat converted to the idea of using bamboo fiber for pajamas.
It's simply a case of selecting the right brands to ensure that the undoubted sustainable qualities of raw bamboo are not lost in the processes used to convert it into bamboo viscose.
My top pick, Bellabu Bear, is one such brand.
When bamboo sleepwear is produced in a closed-loop system that reduces water usage and water pollution, the environmental benefits are obvious. And the finished result is certainly a game changer in terms of comfort, particularly if you sleep hot.
Where do you buy your environmentally friendly bamboo nightwear? Have I missed your favorite brand? Or are you still on the fence about the actual eco-friendly credentials of bamboo viscose? Drop me a line and let me know.
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