According to Polartec the moisture-wicking is mechanical vs chemical. In other words, the way the fabric is knit incorporates 2 sizes of yarn knit together, creating a capillary action. So that would never wash out like a chemical additive that draws water. The technology is for apparel, drying you fast when you sweat. But it works well for towels and pillowcases as well.
DiscoverytrekkingGal t1_j24q64u wrote
Reply to Discovery Trekking hiking/travel towel. Can go from immersed in water to dry in a matter of minutes. Rolls up smaller than a thin t-shirt. Been using my full grown man strength to wring this thing out for over 10 years now and it could still pass as new. by Hybrid978
According to Polartec the moisture-wicking is mechanical vs chemical. In other words, the way the fabric is knit incorporates 2 sizes of yarn knit together, creating a capillary action. So that would never wash out like a chemical additive that draws water. The technology is for apparel, drying you fast when you sweat. But it works well for towels and pillowcases as well.