moisture wicking
Fabric repels body sweat
Moisture wicking describes fabrics that draw sweat away from the skin and spread it across the material's surface, where it evaporates faster.
The term dominates athletic and outdoor apparel marketing: moisture-wicking shirts, moisture-wicking socks.
The fabric doesn't absorb moisture so much as transport it, keeping the wearer drier and more comfortable during physical activity.
- microfiberUltrafine synthetic textile threads
- nylonSynthetic textile polymer
- merino woolFine sheep fiber fabric
- quick dryingEvaporates moisture rapidly
- polyesterSynthetic petroleum-based fabric
evaporation · capillary action · cooling effect · base layer · athletic wear · synthetic fibers · spandex · dry fit · thermal regulation · sportswear · workout clothes · running shorts · odor control · skin protection · absorption · hiking gear · diffusion · perspiration
- textilescotton, wool, silk, fabric, thread
- hot climate wearsun hat, sun hats, linen shirt, linen shirts, cotton shirt
- Backpackingbackpack, trail, backpacking, pack, sleeping pad
- fabric propertiesbreathability, durability, elasticity, softness, stiffness
- fabric traitssoftness, soft, stiffness, smooth, breathability
- hygienic shoesodor control
moisture wickingabsorbent
Able to soak up
cotton · hydrophilic · terry cloth · soaking · flannel