What is Cotton type?

Fibre length. Egyptian, Pima/Supima and Turkish cottons have longer fibres than regular cotton.

Short answer

'Egyptian-style' or 'cotton-rich' means blended. Look for 100% and a named long-staple cotton.

Cotton type when buying a bath towel

Fibre length. Egyptian, Pima/Supima and Turkish cottons have longer fibres than regular cotton.

Why it matters: Longer fibres mean less lint, more strength, and better absorbency wash after wash.

Look for: 'Egyptian-style' or 'cotton-rich' means blended. Look for 100% and a named long-staple cotton.

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