Bamboo is a highly breathable material with moisture-wicking properties, making it a great material for a premium pair of undies.
Synthetic materials can lead to a build-up of moisture.
And excess moisture can get ugly:
As Dr. Nupur Gupta points out in a Health Shots article: “Wearing synthetic underwear for long periods of time can lead to yeast infections, urinary tract infection (UTI), and vaginal infections.”
Dr. Gupta is the director of obstetrics and gynecology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute.
Wearing natural clothing, such as bamboo underwear, allows air to pass through your fabrics. More airflow means protecting against the potential development of rashes and yeast infections.
Too much moisture creates optimal conditions for bacteria.
According to Cariloha, “Bamboo is 40% more absorbent than even the finest organic cotton, wicking moisture away from the skin much faster and keeping you dry and comfortable easier.”
Bamboo textiles are an alternative that comes from a renewable resource that is fast-growing, renewable, and replenishable.
And it’s stretchy–it has more stretch than cotton, and it is often softer than cotton too. A premium fabric for a premium feel.
Hopefully, you wear underwear that makes you look and feel good. With bamboo underwear, you can feel good about your choice being more sustainable too.
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Men’s – Bamboo Underwear Men’s Boxer
Materials: 95% Bamboo Viscose, 5% Spandex
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Bamboo Underwear is a specialized underwear brand that makes organically grown Bamboo Viscose underwear garments. The fabric is FSC certified, certified organic by EcoCert, and certified free from harmful chemicals by Oeko Tex 100.
These boxers are a great update to a classic. They come in 12 colors and feature a wide, elastic waistband that keeps the feel of the boxers comfortable and flexible.
They are designed to prevent “riding up,” and are covered under a 30-day return policy. The moisture-wicking and thermal regulating properties of bamboo vs cotton make these a great choice to wear to the gym too.
Women’s – Bamboo Underwear High-Cut Brief
Materials: 95% viscose from bamboo, 5% spandex
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These high-cut briefs for women are effortlessly sexy. Made of viscose bamboo fabric and repurposed from bamboo into a flattering cut, they’re soft and breathable. They have a cheeky thong back and feature a high-rise waist and a high-cut leg.
They come in 16 colors, 4 sizes, and are covered by a 30-day return policy.
Don't forget your bamboo socks!
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Men's
Materials: 92% Bamboo Viscose, 8% Spandex
These BAMBOO COOL boxer briefs are moisture-wicking, breathable, and stretchy. They have an open fly design, along with an elastic waistband that says “Bamboo Cool.” Amazon sells the cut in three styles: long boxer briefs, short boxer briefs, or briefs.
They have a soft 3-D pouch, are seamless, and the bamboo fabric is breathable providing ventilation.
Women's
Materials: 95% Viscose, 5% spandex
These wirarpa high-waisted panties come in a pack of 4, and are put together in a variety of colors to choose from. My favorite color is black.
The cheek cut is good for those who like full coverage. They aren’t seamless, but the reviews mention the style and cut specifically prevent sliding up.
I like high-waisted unde