There are a variety of yoga clothing materials to choose from, each with its own unique properties and characteristics. Here are some common yoga clothing materials and their characteristics:
1. Cotton:
– Advantages: soft and comfortable, good sweat absorption, comfortable to wear.
– Disadvantages: wear resistance, easy to deformation, especially in the case of large motion. In addition, although the water absorption of cotton cloth is good, it is not easy to dry, and is not suitable for sports with a lot of sweating.
2. Polyester fiber (Polyester) :
– Advantages: Good wrinkle resistance and shape retention, quick drying, suitable for sports that require quick perspiration.
Disadvantages: poor moisture absorption, may feel hot when wearing, and easy to bring static electricity, dust pollution.
3. Nylon (nylon) :
– Advantages: Excellent wear resistance, ranking first in all kinds of fabrics, elasticity and elastic recovery is also very good, good moisture absorption, wear more comfortable than polyester clothes. In addition, nylon fabric also has good antibacterial and mildew resistance.
– Disadvantages: poor heat resistance and light resistance, need to pay attention to washing and maintenance during wearing and use, so as not to damage the fabric. At the same time, nylon fabric is easy to deform under the action of external forces, and it is easy to wrinkle during wearing.
4. Spandex:
– The scientific name is polyurethane fiber, sometimes called lycra fabric.
– Advantages: Excellent elasticity, can stretch 5-8 times the space, suitable for making swimsuits, sportswear and other clothing that needs high elasticity. Feel soft, smooth, comfortable, fit the body curve.
– Disadvantages: poor moisture absorption, unable to absorb water, once wet it is difficult to dry automatically. It usually needs to be blended with other fabrics for better comfort and elasticity.
5. Bamboo fiber:
– A new type of fabric made of bamboo by special technology, which is a natural and environmentally friendly green fiber.
– Advantages: hygroscopicity, good moisture conductivity, soft and breathable, light and smooth texture.
Disadvantages: short service life, may become dry and hard after a period of use, air permeability and water absorption will gradually decrease.
6. Modal Fiber:
– Pure man-made fiber, made from European bush wood slurry and spun.
– Advantages: soft feel, strong moisture absorption, beautiful color, good drapiness, natural wrinkle resistance and non-ironing property.
– Disadvantages: The fabric has poor crisp, easy to pile, and the cost is more expensive.
7. O ‘Dell Fabric:
– High-grade fiber made of vegetable protein fiber by special spinning process and blended with cotton fabric.
– Advantages: hygroscopic, good moisture conductivity, large elasticity, soft and breathable, hanging and elegant performance, light texture, smooth, not easy to shrink, easy to wash and dry quickly.
– Disadvantages: the price is more expensive.
8. Silk cotton:
– Excellent air permeability, moisture absorption, moisture drainage and heat retention. Contact with the human body can promote the metabolism of epidermal cells, and has a health effect on the skin.
9. Milk protein complex fiber:
– A new textile material made of protein extracted from milk by degreasing and dehydration.
– Advantages: soft and skin-friendly, comfortable to wear, and has antibacterial and mothproof properties.
When choosing yoga clothing material, it is recommended to consider factors such as personal needs, exercise intensity, and climatic conditions. For example, for high-intensity yoga or a lot of sweating, you can choose a quick-drying, breathable material; For practitioners looking for comfort and softness, materials such as cotton or Modal fiber are available. At the same time, you can also consider the durability of the material, easy cleaning and maintenance factors.
