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Fabric verdict

Is Cotton Good for Excessive Sweating?

A compromise — #16 of 31
Cotton ranks #16 of 31 fabrics for excessive sweating. It is a middling fabric for this. Ranked on breathability and moisture handling, penalised for weight. The top pick is Merino.

Cotton at a glance

Breathability 75 · Moisture 8% · Warmth 35 · 160 gsm · Packability 75 · Wrinkle resistance 50

Cotton measures 75/100 for breathability, 8% moisture regain, 35/100 warmth, at 160 gsm. For excessive sweating, high breathability and limited moisture absorption decide comfort — and its low warmth avoids trapping heat against the skin.

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