Clothing Without the Itch – For You Who Cut Off the Labels

Short answer: Clothing that does not itch comes down to smooth fibres. Bamboo viscose has long, round fibres without prickly ends, so the fabric glides against your skin instead of scratching. If you normally cut the labels out of all your clothes, you will feel the difference straight away.

Why clothes itch

Itching happens when stiff fibre ends prick the nerves in your skin, like thousands of microscopic bristles. Wool and cheap cotton are the usual culprits, and if your skin is already sensitive, it does not take much. Read more in our post about bamboo clothing for sensitive skin.

What itch free clothing feels like

The smooth fibres of bamboo viscose lie flat against your skin with no friction. Try a bamboo undershirt for men under your shirt or a soft bamboo T-shirt for women straight against your body.

Build your wardrobe from the inside out

Start with what touches your skin all day: underwear, socks and nightwear. Compare it with wool yourself in the post the bamboo undershirt as a base layer.

Frequently asked questions

Why do some clothes itch?

Coarse or short fibres prick your skin like little brushes, and the friction irritates. Labels and seams can make it worse.

Does bamboo clothing itch?

No, bamboo viscose has smooth, round fibres with no prickly ends, which is why most people find bamboo clothing itch free.

What do I do if the labels in my clothes irritate me?

Choose clothes in smooth materials like bamboo viscose, where the fabric itself does not add to the irritation, and then a single label rarely makes much difference.