Why do woolen sweaters tick people? Revealing the reasons and solutions behind it
Recently, as the temperature gradually drops, wool sweaters have become the first choice for many people to keep warm. However, many consumers reported that their skin felt itchy and even pierced when wearing a cardigan, which caused heated discussion on social media. This article will combine the popular discussions on the entire network for the past 10 days to analyze the reasons why the wool sweater is pricked from various aspects such as materials, craftsmanship, and personal skin type, and provide practical solutions.
1. The main reasons why wool sweaters thorn

According to consumer feedback and professional organization test data, the core factors of cardigans can be summarized into the following 5 points:
| Factors | Specific instructions | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Wool fiber diameter | Fibers with a diameter of > 30 microns can easily irritate the skin | 42% |
| Processing technology | Coarse and hard fibers remaining in wool that have not been combed | 28% |
| Skin sensitivity | Dry skin or allergic constitution reactions are more obvious | 18% |
| Washing method | Fractured fibers due to wrong washing | 8% |
| How to dress | Direct contact with the skin and the clothing is too tight | 4% |
2. How to choose a wool sweater that doesn’t thorn?
According to the suggestions of experts in the textile industry, the following indicators should be paid attention to when purchasing:
| Purchase indicators | High-quality standards | Detection method |
|---|---|---|
| Wool type | Merino wool (fiber diameter <24 microns) | View the Ingredient Tags |
| Yarn count | ≥60 ultrafine yarns | Touch comparison |
| Craft Marking | Marked with "combed" or "mercerated" | Product Details |
| Certification mark | International Wool Bureau Pure Wool Logo | Packaging tags |
3. Practical skills to solve the problem of tying a wool sweater
1.Preprocessing method:Soak the newly purchased cardigan in white vinegar + cold water for 20 minutes (ratio 1:5), which can soften the fiber
2.Dressing Tips:Wear a pure cotton base shirt inside to avoid direct contact with the skin
3.Nursing tips:Use special detergent for wool, the water temperature should not exceed 30℃
4.Emergency treatment:Slight thorn sensation can apply moisturizer to enhance skin barrier
4. Comfort evaluation of popular cardigan brands in 2023
Based on the sales volume of e-commerce platforms and user reviews, the following recommended brands are sorted out:
| brand | Comfort rating | Average price | Featured Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icebreaker | 4.9T stars | ¥800-1500 | 17.5 micron microfiber |
| Ordos | 4.7 stars | ¥500-1200 | Nano-shrinkage treatment |
| Uniqlo | 4.5 stars | ¥199-399 | 3D knitting technology |
5. Expert suggestions and consumers’ misunderstandings
1.Misconceptions:"100% wool must be better" - actually mixing 5%-10% nylon can improve comfort
2.the truth:The comfort of Australian merino wool is 3 times that of ordinary wool
3.trend:The newly launched "wool silk blend" product in 2023 has reduced the complaint rate of people by 67%
Through the above analysis, it can be seen that the problem of thorny sweaters can be effectively solved through scientific selection and correct care. It is recommended that consumers should not only pay attention to the price when purchasing, but also understand the source of the wool and the processing technology in order to enjoy true warmth and comfort.
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