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Ready to take the plunge? When you long for refreshment on hot days, the combination of a well-thought-out cut and viscose, as found in Manderwear shorts, can make a noticeable difference.
Heard of viscose but not sure what makes it special? Here's how the fabric scores as a summer contender for heat-resistant shorts.
Many men know the problem: especially in summer, men's underwear can stick unpleasantly in the crotch when sweating. You can find out why this happens and what measures are generally recommended in our guide What a man can do about sticky underwear. But is there underwear that prevents sweating? At MANDERWEAR, we focus on two things: a cut that reduces skin contact and materials that regulate moisture. Our models are made from high-quality viscose or modal fibers.
Here are five reasons why viscose is a good choice for comfortable wear in the heat.
Especially in summer, many men look for breathable underwear that is comfortable to wear even in the heat.
If you're tired of that sticky feeling in summer, it's time for something new. Discover our innovative, breathable viscose underwear and experience the difference for yourself.
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Solid moisture management
Viscose has high water vapor permeability and can often absorb more moisture than many cotton fabrics without feeling wet or heavy. Sweat can be absorbed by the fibers via capillary action and distributed in the fabric, so it doesn't stay on the skin and can evaporate faster.
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Natural evaporative cooling
Viscose is considered a breathable fiber that releases absorbed moisture relatively quickly into the ambient air. As it evaporates, a natural cooling effect occurs, which can reduce the feeling of heat buildup in the crotch.
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Smooth surface against friction (Anti-Chafe)
Viscose fibers have a smooth and soft structure. This makes the fabric feel particularly supple on the skin. When moving – for example, in everyday life, when walking or cycling – a smooth surface helps to reduce friction on the skin.
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Against odors
Viscose does not have antibacterial properties, contrary to what is often claimed. However, because viscose quickly absorbs and releases moisture, less wetness can accumulate on the skin. By counteracting a warm, moist environment, odor formation can be indirectly reduced. In everyday life, this can support a longer-lasting feeling of freshness.
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Soft and comfortable on the skin
Viscose is often used for underwear because the fabric feels particularly soft and smooth on the skin. The fiber is flexible and adapts well to the body's movements. In combination with elastic fibers like elastane, the fit is retained even after many washes.
Background: What exactly is viscose?
Viscose is a chemical regenerated fiber based on cellulose, a natural component of wood – for example from beech, spruce, eucalyptus or bamboo. In the manufacturing process, this cellulose is processed and then made into fine fibers. This group of materials includes: viscose, modal and lyocell.
Especially on warm days, the choice of material can make a noticeable difference – our MANDERWEAR Shorts in the version made of 95% viscose and 5% elastane (Relaxed Fit) are therefore a popular option for summer underwear for many men.
Author: Julia Knell. This article was written with the support of AI and then checked and edited by the author.