Polyester and cotton are two different textile materials, they have their own advantages and disadvantages, and there is no absolute good or bad. Their suitability depends on different occasions and needs. Polyester is a synthetic fiber made from polyester made from polyester condensed by organic diacids and diols. Pure cotton is a natural fiber that is made from the fluff of cotton seeds.
From the point of view, pure cotton is more natural and environmentally friendly, and polyester fiber is more artificial and technological. Characteristics: Polyester fiber has the characteristics of abrasion resistance, wrinkle resistance, easy care, good durability and waterproof performance, as well as anti-ultraviolet rays, fast drying, suitable for making sportswear and outdoor clothing. Pure cotton has the characteristics of softness, comfort, moisture absorption, moisturizing, heat resistance, alkali resistance, hygiene, comfort, etc., and is suitable for making underwear, home clothes, or infants and young children.
In terms of characteristics, polyester fiber is stronger and more functional, and pure cotton is more skin-friendly and comfortable. Disadvantages: The hygroscopicity of polyester fiber is not as good as cotton, it is not breathable, it will feel stuffy when wearing, it is easy to generate static electricity, and it is easy to absorb dust and oil. Pure cotton has poor elasticity, easy to wrinkle, easy to pill, not easy to maintain shape, easy to stain and deform, and will become heavier after absorbing water, and it is not easy to dry. In terms of disadvantages, polyester fiber is more breathable and non-hygroscopic, and pure cotton is more wear-resistant and difficult to care for. To sum up, polyester fiber and pure cotton have their own advantages and disadvantages, and there is no absolute good or bad.
Their suitability depends on different occasions and needs. Generally speaking, if it is an industry that requires strenuous exercise, such as mountaineering clothing and sportswear, polyester fiber is better. If it is underwear, home clothes, or infants and young children, pure cotton is more comfortable. Of course, there are also many garments that use a mixture of polyester and cotton to achieve the best results.