Bamboo clothing for people who are always cold

Short answer: If you are always cold, the biggest gain comes from one thin layer more, not from thicker outer layers. The body prioritises the core and only sends heat out to the extremities once it is warm.

The body prioritises the core

If the body gets cold, it pulls the blood back from hands and feet. A layer on the body therefore helps the extremities. See bamboo undershirt for men.

The legs are forgotten

Most people layer the top and nothing below. See bamboo long johns.

The feet

Cold feet are the most common single cause. Socks without tight elastic help. See all bamboo socks for women.

Dryness rather than thickness

A damp foot or back gets cold whatever the layers. See bamboo underwear for women.

When it is persistent

A constant sense of cold with no clear cause can have a medical explanation and should be mentioned to your doctor. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

Why does a layer on the body help against cold feet?

Because the body prioritises the core. A warm body sends more blood out to the extremities.

Do thicker socks help?

Only if there is room in the shoe. Without room the insulating air is pressed out.

When should you talk to a doctor?

With a constant sense of cold and no clear cause.