Swimsuits are mostly made of textiles that do not sag or bulge when exposed to water. The most common swimsuit fabrics are: DuPont Lycra, nylon and polyester. The first two fabrics are mostly used in one-piece swimsuits because of their better elasticity and softness. Polyester is generally suitable for two-piece swimsuits due to its less elasticity. For better swimsuits, the spandex content in the fabric will reach about 18%.
1. Mainstream ingredients of swimwear
DuPont Lycra, nylon and polyester are currently the most commonly used materials for swimwear. Any special materials such as hollow and jacquard are suitable. It is inseparable from the above three types of elastic materials. Many new swimwear will have special processing such as anti-ultraviolet, anti-chlorine or water-repellent treatment.
1. DuPont Lycra:
It is a kind of artificial elastic fiber, the most elastic fabric, which can be extended to 4 to 6 times of the original length. It has excellent stretch and is suitable for Blended with various fibers, it can enhance the advantages of drape, anti-wrinkle and so on. DuPont Lycra, which contains anti-chlorine ingredients, will make swimsuits have a longer service life than swimsuits made of ordinary materials.
2. Nylon fabric:
Although the texture is not as solid as Lycra fabric, its elasticity and softness are comparable to Lycra. It is currently the most commonly used fabric for swimwear and is suitable for mid-priced products.
3. Polyester fabric:
It is an elastic fabric that stretches in one direction and two directions. Due to limited elasticity, they are mostly used in swimming trunks or two-piece women’s swimming styles, and are not suitable for one-piece styles. Fabrics that can be partially cut or used with low unit price strategies.
2. Swimwear washing and maintenance
1. Swimwear washing knowledge:
Cleaning of most swimsuits: use cold water (not exceeding 30 degrees warm water) ) Hand wash and air dry. Never use detergents such as soap and laundry detergent. Because most detergents contain bleach and fluorescent ingredients, if used, it will destroy the color of the swimsuit and damage the elasticity of the swimsuit.
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2. Maintenance of swimwear:
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Swimwear is like fashion , it requires careful maintenance to extend its wearing life. First of all, correct maintenance knowledge is indispensable:
A. The salt content of sea water, chlorine in the swimming pool, chemicals and oils will destroy the elasticity of swimwear. . When using sunscreen, you should wear a swimsuit properly before applying sunscreen. Before entering the water, you should wet your swimsuit with clean water to reduce the degree of damage. After swimming, you should rinse your body and then take off your swimsuit.
B. Do not leave wet swimsuits in the bag for a long time to avoid fading due to heat or causing them to smell. They should be washed by hand quickly with clean water and gently kneaded, then dried with a towel and left to dry. Air dry in a shaded place not exposed to direct light.
C. Do not wash in a washing machine, dehydrate or dry in the sun, and do not use a dryer to avoid damaging the material and causing deformation.
D. Washing powder and bleach will destroy the elasticity of swimsuits and should be avoided.
E. Avoid rubbing your swimsuit on rough rocks, as this will shorten the life of your swimsuit.
F. Note: Wear a swimsuit to soak in a hot spring or sauna. The sulfur content and high temperature in the hot spring can easily destroy the elastic tissue of the swimsuit and shorten the life of the swimsuit.
