We've all experienced that itchy and uncomfortable wool from a grandmother's sweater, right? Understandably, these experiences can make some worried about other wool clothing. "Wool shoes? But I don't want itchy feet!"
Luckily, you don't have to worry about being itchy and uncomfortable with all wool! If you ever had an unpleasant experience with wool materials, then it was most likely due to the type of wool itself - there are many types of wool used for clothing.
Many producers use cheaper wool to reduce the product cost. However, significantly cheaper wool with thicker fibers can cause the skin to itch - making the product very uncomfortable to wear.
So, if you have ever experienced that itchy and uncomfortable feeling in shoes without socks, then you surely weren’t wearing sheepskin slipper. Unlike other wools and synthetic material, merino wool doesn't itch at all – it is the softest of all wool.
So, what makes Merino wool special and how is that going to benefit you? Let’s first discuss why some wool is itchy in the first place.
Why does wool itch?
As we mentioned, the biggest factor is the type of wool used.All our company slippers and boots are made of high quality wool to avoid itchy feet!
While you might save a few dollars when buying synthetic or cheaper wool products, you will most likely end up not wearing them after a while. These materials can cause your feet to itch and it will make sneakers uncomfortable.
It all comes down to quality.
Does Merino wool itch?
Unlike other wool fibers, Merino wool is very fine and thin. The wool is soft and comfortable to wear. There are a few reasons why this wool different from the others:
- Fiber length
Merino wool has an excellent fiber length. When the fibers are shorter, or if wool has a wider fiber length, it will cause an itchy feeling. The fibers will rub against the skin becoming bothersome. Merino wool has lengthy and soft fibers that are comfortable to wear. - Fiber diameter.
Merino wool has a very small diameter. Because of this small diameter, the fiber can bend easier and it's much more flexible. Merino wool fibers easily bend against the skin and they don't cause itching.
Why are you wearing slippers made of natural sheepskin?
Slippers made of natural sheepskin are very comfortable to wear.Wool fibers do not irritate the skin and, in turn, they do not cause itching and discomfort.Although natural sheepskin is more comfortable than other types of sheepskin, it still retains the natural advantages of wool, such as antibacterial properties and water resistance.
We are sure that you will find them very comfortable to wear, and of course, itch-free!
Post time: Apr-14-2021