If you want to upgrade your bed and bath linen, you should be familiar with Egyptian Cotton™, but is this a synonym for quality? That's what we are going to see in this article.
In the textile industry, the composition of fabrics can differ depending on the characteristics of the fiber, origin, and form of cultivation. Knowing how to distinguish between them and how they can affect your sleep routine is essential.
You've certainly heard that Egyptian Cotton™ is the best fiber for your skin, respecting your needs and sleeping habits. The sensations that this fiber provides are comparable to the invigorating nights of a night in a 5-star hotel. But what makes Egyptian Cotton™ so unique from regular or Organic Cotton?
Egyptian Cotton™ origin
This fiber's big difference (and advantage) is the climate where it grows and develops. This fiber grows in the fertile, moist soil of the Nile River Delta, Egypt. Its unique climate is conducive to creating extra-long, fine, and very resistant fibers used to produce luxury home textiles. These conditions lead to yarns with a smaller diameter than other types of cotton, creating stronger fabrics.
Besides the soil properties where the Egyptian Cotton™ flower is grown, it’s carefully hand-picked to ensure that fibers are not weakened or broken. These conditions give rise to highly resistant, soft, and robust linens. All the features of this fiber make its acquisition a good investment since you'll not have to renew your bath and bed linen so regularly. Reducing waste is also an active contribution to sustainability.
Egyptian Cotton™ bedding
Egyptian Cotton™ is a pure and natural fiber, perfect for those with allergies, asthma, or sensitive skin. At THON, this can be proven with our OEKO-TEX® certification. This ensures that our sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers are free from toxic substances. By combining the luxury and excellence of Egyptian Cotton™ with this certification, you are buying high-quality and sustainable products.
However, if you fit the above situation, you can wash your bedding more often. And don't worry about wear and tear. Given their durability, your linens will get even softer with each wash.
These properties are the source of extremely comfortable bedding that promises to leave night sweats and insomnia behind. Egyptian Cotton™ bed linen is ultra soft to the hand feel, durable, and resistant to pilling. In addition, this fiber produces breathable and temperature-regulating fabrics that wick away moisture. This keeps your bedding free from dust mites and other allergens. These features elevate your comfort night after night, preventing skin irritation.
The highly breathable properties of the bedding make it suitable for all seasons. In Summer, with its airflow and liquid absorption capacity, Egyptian Cotton™ bedding keeps you cool all night. Whereas in Winter, this fiber is able to retain heat, providing you with a comfortable and cozy night. These characteristics help to reduce possible disturbances during sleep.
Egyptian Cotton™ bath linen
Twisted Cotton Egyptian™ yarns allow the creation of stronger and more durable pieces, making them more resistant to pulling. Egyptian Cotton™ towels and bath mats stand out for their softness and toughness. However, its great difference lies in its extraordinary water absorption capacity. This feature helps your body to dry much more quickly, as the towel, avoiding the discomfort of your wet skin against a soaked surface.
Egyptian Cotton™ bath linen is perfect for those who enjoy their daily SPA time. The towels are voluminous and sumptuous without getting extremely wet. To make your towels dry even faster at THON, the bath and hand towels have a hanger label to hang them up more quickly while drying.
The best part of Egyptian Cotton™ bed and bath linen? If the pieces have been properly washed and dried, they become softer and smoother with every wash. Discover the best and most sustainable tips for taking care of your bed linen.
Egyptian Cotton™ is always certified
As well as being luxurious, this fiber is quite rare. For this reason, many companies use the term "Egyptian Cotton" in knockoffs or to indicate that the piece was produced in Egypt.
To be sure you are buying an authentic product, ensure it is certified by the Cotton Egypt Association. This is a guarantee that your product is produced with genuine Egyptian Cotton™, regulating its source. This tracking can be done through the number on the Cotton Egypt Association seal, which is on the labels of the products. Through various DNA tests, the quality and authenticity of Egyptian Cotton™ is guaranteed. No matter how processed it is or how far it travels around the world, the DNA seal will always remain the same.
Is Egyptian Cotton™ really worth it?
The truth is that Egyptian Cotton™ linens are noted for their authenticity, durability, strength, softness, and excellent absorbency. These properties are able to provide refreshing nights of sleep and pure comfort.
Due to its natural qualities, Egyptian Cotton™ is perfect for everyone, including babies and people with asthma and allergies. Combine luxury, durability, and quality in one product.
So, if you value your quality of sleep and sumptuous products, Egyptian Cotton™ is definitely an investment to take into account. So, if you value your quality of sleep, Egyptian Cotton™ is definitely an investment to take into account. Although it is considered an expensive fiber for many, it lasts for years, making your purchase worthwhile.
At THON, we value your needs. For this reason, and for your protection, that of our artisans and the environment, all our products are authentic and certified. These values are at the core of our collections, especially the White Gold collection. A collection with products woven from this unique and authentic fiber, which honors in its name the natural hue of Egyptian Cotton™.
Let yourself be carried away by the luxury of Egyptian Cotton™, transform your sleep nights, and make your bath an authentic SPA. If you have any questions about Egyptian Cotton™, we'd be glad to answer them.
