A towel that is soft to touch and absorbs well is readily regarded as favorite. But, let’s face it, it’s hard to pick one that can truly fulfill the promise of absorbency and durability while still staying fairly soft and fluffy.
So when shopping for a towel one must consider its weight, surface (length and density of loops), shape (corners should be perfectly square and upright) and feel when held against the skin. It shouldn’t feel scratchy. The only way to do this is to spread out and scrutinize every kind of towel available in the shop.
Ordinary towels are composed of cotton or cotton polyester mix woven on dobby loom with looped fibers on both sides. The top and bottom edges are sewn together and sometimes accented with simple embroidery and pattern. Superior ones are woven Egyptian and Supina cotton. These are pricier than ordinary towels because of their increased ability to sop in moisture. How it soaks water and how it fares after several washing should justify the price tag. There’s also microfiber, a blend of polyester and polymide, which is more absorbent, lighter and finer. If hygienic is priority, consider getting antimicrobial towels that eliminate odor and bacteria.
However, keep in mind that the fluffiest isn’t necessarily the best. Some manufacturers insidiously glaze their towels with special fabric conditioner meant to mislead customers. These turn scratchy after a few washings. To make sure you’re bringing home quality that you paid for, look for labels and cards that say the towel is made of 100 percent Cotton USA -issued by the export promotion department of the National Cotton Council of America or make sure it bears the Egyptian cotton trademark.
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