sasawashi
Sasawashi is a type of fabric made by blending two revered Japanese materials - yarns of Washi paper and the leaves of the Kumazasa plant - creating a new super-fiber that retains the best properties of both.
Washi paper is absorbent of both oil and water and it also controls heat, humidity, and protects from UV rays. It is a strong, durable, versatile material which is why it is used in the Shoji sliding doors in Japan. Kumazasa is a plant that grows particularly in the cool highlands of Japan. It thrives through harsh winter weather and has antibacterial properties. Together, these two ingredients make for a gentle yet hard-working fabric. Used in beauty products, it contains natural hydrating and antibacterial properties.
Here are some benefits of using Sasawashi products:
EXCELLENT ABSORCENCY
Sasawashi absorbs about twice as much water as cotton. It allows moisture to escape and helps you feel dry even after sweating.
DEODORIZING EFFECT
Kumazasa’s natural antibacterial properties prevent unpleasant odors.
GENTLE ON THE SKIN
Sasawashi is natural and the structure of its fabric has no lint, making it gentle on your skin.
ECOLOGICAL
Sasawashi products have the ability to block more than 98% of UV rays without using any chemicals. Also, because they are washable, you can keep re-using them.
From bath mats to scrub towels, every piece in the Sasawashi collection stays true to its our principles: comfort, longevity, and simplicity.
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