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Linen bathrobes vs. microfiber and cotton bathrobes
Jan
The past months have been burdened with diligent work, the fruit of which has been new linen products. When we think of linen fabric, it is not uncommon to think of soothing, wrapping, and natural softness, which was the main inspiration for the creation of linen bathrobes. Their main purpose is to make a refreshing summer shower or a warming winter bath more pleasant, providing our bodies with a little bit of luxury. As soon as we showed off our new products, our inboxes were full of questions about the differences between linen bathrobes and other bathrobes available on the market, made from, for example, cotton and microfiber. So we decided to answer all these questions collectively on our blog, below.
LINEN BATHROBES – WRAPPING OUR BODIES YEAR ROUND
After an aromatic bath, when our body is scented with lavender oil, it is extremely pleasant to wrap ourselves in delicate fabric. One that should not only keep our natural warmth but also make it so our skin can breathe freely and let the remaining droplets of water evaporate. That is why it is so important for the bathrobe we use to be made of natural fibers that have thermoregulatory and hygroscopic properties. Artificial fabric that creates a barrier against the outside world “fogs up” the skin, aggravating the allergy or dryness effect, which allergy sufferers and sensitive skin owners certainly hate.
Linen bathrobe has all these valuable properties, to be able to take care of the most demanding skin. In our offer, you will find linen bathrobes in two versions – terry and waffle. The former is composed of a cotton base and a thousand linen loops that gently massage the body, stimulating microcirculation. Such a natural scrub is perfect after hot baths or intense workouts. The waffle version is slightly lighter. The honeycomb-like form creates a soft and airy cover – perfect after a quick shower during hot summer weeks.
LINEN BATHROBES VS. COTTON BATHROBES
Cotton is the fiber that surrounds the seeds of the plant of the same name. Because of its origin and relatively simple cultivation, it is extremely popular and widely used in the textile industry. Despite its natural origin, it has quite a few drawbacks – especially when we analyze its ability to absorb water. Cotton fibers are distinguished by their extremely long drying time. Moreover, excessive and prolonged exposure to moisture can have a negative effect on the material, reducing its fluffiness and softness.
A cotton bathrobe that is in constant contact with moisture and wet skin soaks up water and then takes a very long time to dry, making it difficult to stay warm during cooler evenings. In addition, the fibers slowly lose their elasticity, making the bathrobe increasingly stiff and rough.
Linen bathrobes, thanks to high hygroscopic and absorptive properties, not only wick away moisture accumulated on the skin but also dry quickly, soothing with warmth during winter baths.
LINEN BATHROBES VS. MICROFIBER BATHROBES
Microfiber is a blend of polyester and polyamide fibers. Its fibers are almost 10 times thinner than silk, which significantly affects its ability to absorb water. Therefore, they are most commonly found in the form of towels, hair turbans, and beach blankets.
But don’t forget that microfiber is an artificial material, so it lacks all the properties we love linen fibers for. For example, microfiber bathrobes can cause skin allergies by irritating the skin and increasing the “tight” feeling. Moreover, improper storage of these products not only has a negative impact on fibers but also promotes the multiplication of bacteria.
Linen and linen bathrobe, unlike artificial microfiber, has bacteriostatic and bactericidal properties. The former means that the linen product has the ability to kill microorganisms, while the latter inhibits the multiplication of bacteria that can lower our immunity.
