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HYPOALLERGENIC BAMBOO BEDDING
What does hypoallergenic actually mean?
Hypoallergenic bedding is made from materials that are less likely to trigger an allergic reaction. It does not mean allergens vanish; it means the fabric gives them far less to work with. A smooth, tightly woven fibre holds fewer dust mites, less dander and less moisture than a coarse or loosely woven one, so there is less in your bed to react to in the first place.
Bamboo does this naturally rather than through a chemical treatment. The fibre is smooth, breathes well and wicks moisture away quickly, which matters because dust mites need humidity to thrive. Dry bedding is unattractive bedding, as far as they are concerned.
Our promise
We know how much a safe, comfortable sleeping environment matters. Our bamboo bedding helps keep allergens to a minimum, so you can sleep without thinking about it. No chemical anti-allergy finish that washes out after ten cycles, just a fibre that behaves this way on its own.
Every piece is made from 100% organic bamboo and certified to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, ECOCERT and Organic 100. OEKO-TEX in particular tests the finished fabric for harmful substances, which is the certificate that counts if your skin reacts easily.
Why bamboo suits sensitive sleepers
- Fewer dust mites: the smooth fibre offers less grip, and the fast-drying fabric denies mites the humidity they need.
- Naturally antibacterial: bacteria have less chance to build up between washes. Read more in bamboo, antibacterial bedding and skin.
- Gentle on skin: less friction than cotton, which matters for eczema and reactive skin. See bamboo bedding for sensitive skin.
- No harsh finishes: nothing is added to make it hypoallergenic, so nothing can wash out.
- Breathable: moisture leaves the fabric instead of sitting in it. More on temperature-regulating bamboo bedding.
Good for everyone
A good night's sleep starts with the right choices. Hypoallergenic bedding gives you comfort and a healthier sleeping environment at the same time: natural bamboo reduces your exposure to allergens, so you sleep well and wake up refreshed.
It is a particularly sensible choice if you have hay fever, dust mite allergy, asthma or eczema, or if you are buying for a child. But the fabric is not a medical product and it is not only for people with a diagnosis. Most of our customers simply notice they sleep less clammy and wake up less itchy.
And because we think about more than your bed, the same fibre is a lighter choice for the planet: bamboo grows fast, needs no pesticides and regrows from its own root system. Good for you, good for the earth.
How to keep it that way
- Wash weekly at 30°C on a delicate cycle. Frequency does more for allergen control than temperature does, and bamboo dries quickly enough that a weekly wash is easy to keep up. Skip fabric softener, which coats the fibre and undoes the smoothness you bought it for.
If hay fever is your problem, our article on hay fever and sleep has more, including why it helps to keep the bedroom window shut during the day in pollen season.
Our hypoallergenic range
- Every product in the collection is made from the same fibre, so the whole bed works together.
- Bamboo duvet covers
- Bamboo fitted sheets
- Bamboo pillowcases
- Bamboo pillows
- Bamboo duvets
Not sure which size you need? Check the bedding size guide, or browse by bed on single and double bed bamboo bedding.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, many people with sensitive skin find bamboo comfortable. The fibre is smooth and closed, so there is less friction against your skin than with cotton, and it carries moisture away instead of holding it against you. Our fabric is tested for harmful substances under OEKO-TEX Standard 100. Bedding is not a treatment, so if you have a skin condition, follow your doctor's advice as well.
It can make a difference. The smooth, closed bamboo fibre gives dust mites less to settle into than more open fibres such as cotton, and bamboo dries quickly, so the bed stays less damp. Bedding does not remove dust mites on its own, so change and wash it weekly and air your bedroom every day.
Many people with asthma choose bamboo bedding, especially when dust mites are a trigger. The smooth, closed fibre gives mites less to settle into, and our duvets and pillows contain no feathers or down. Bedding is not a treatment for asthma, so keep following the advice of your GP or asthma nurse and wash your bedding weekly.
Many people with eczema find bamboo bedding more comfortable than cotton. The smooth fibre causes less friction on irritated skin, it carries sweat away rather than holding it against you, and the fabric is tested for harmful substances under OEKO-TEX Standard 100. It does not treat eczema, so keep following your doctor's advice. Our article on eczema and sensitive skin goes into more detail.
Yes, our fitted sheets for cots and cot beds are suitable for babies and are tested for harmful substances under OEKO-TEX Standard 100. For babies under 12 months, UK safe-sleep advice is a firm, flat mattress with a fitted sheet and no duvet or pillow, so keep our duvets and pillows for toddlers and older children. Always follow the safe-sleep guidance for your child's age.
No, our duvets and pillows are made entirely from bamboo, including the filling. There is no down, feather, wool or polyester inside, which makes them suitable if you are allergic to feathers or down. The casing is tested for harmful substances under OEKO-TEX Standard 100.
Yes, the finished fabric is tested under OEKO-TEX Standard 100, which checks every component, including the dyes, for harmful substances. Chemicals are used to turn bamboo into viscose fibre, which is exactly why this testing matters. ECOCERT also audits how the fabric is produced, as explained on our certifications page.
It can help, mainly because bamboo bedding is easy to wash often without wearing out. Pollen collects on your pillowcase from your hair and skin, so changing it frequently and showering before bed make the biggest difference in the pollen season. Read more in our article on hay fever and sleep.