From moisture-wicking athletic wear to resort-chic luxurious linen, we’re breaking down the science of staying cool along ...

Cotton is the most used natural fiber in the world, with 26,172,678 tons of cotton produced annually. It’s the second most used fabric for apparel and footwear, behind polyester.

The colour of the clothing is also a contributing factor to keep you cool during summer. Light colours reflect sunlight away ...

DO: Wear cotton whenever possible. A good quality, lightweight cotton is one of the most breathable fabrics around, so it will allow a little airflow for drying out the dampness.

A cotton knit fabric dyed blue and washed 10 times to simulate worn garments is enzymatically degraded to a slurry of fine fibers and "blue glucose" syrup that are separated by filtration - both ...

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