7 things you need to know about viscose

Viscose feels like silk, but costs significantly less - making it a popular fabric for sports and outdoor clothing. It is comfortable against the skin, has a temperature-regulating effect and is biodegradable. Many brands rely on this "green" effect in their communication. But beware: conventional viscose is only sustainable at first glance. The manufacturing process is often resource-intensive - and therefore needs to be viewed critically.

What is viscose?

Viscose is a chemically produced fiber based on cellulose - a natural raw material. In fashion, it is also known as "rayon" and is often used as an artificial alternative to silk. The fabric is versatile and is ideal for dresses, blouses and skirts.

Viscose is soft to the touch, breathable and drapes beautifully. It can be easily dyed and is often used as a substitute for silk or cotton. Viscose clothing is comfortable to wear and often has a slightly shiny appearance. Important to know: If cared for incorrectly, the fabric can shrink or lose its shape. It is also somewhat more sensitive than other materials in terms of durability.

7 important facts about viscose fabric

1. Viscose is a semi-synthetic raw material
2. This is why artificial silk viscose is so easy to care for and versatile
3. Viscose absorbs moisture
4. The cellulose fibers are more skin-friendly than synthetic fibers
5. Viscose is biodegradable
6. Nevertheless, conventional viscose is not sustainable
7. How to recognize more sustainable viscose

Conclusion: Is viscose good?

Although viscose fiber is not as sustainable as it seems, it has advantages over other chemical fibers such as polyester in terms of environmental friendliness. The advantages of viscose are therefore

• More sustainable than most chemical fabrics
• Provides comfort when wearing clothing made with viscose
• Provides shine to clothing (optical effect)
• Breathable and cooling
• Moisture-regulating

In view of these advantages, the question of whether viscose is good can definitely be answered with a "yes".

FAQ

Finally, we have summarized the most frequently asked questions about viscose for you.

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