A necessity item for every healthy home, a linen towel. Linen is a lightweight, breathable fabric. Its soft, silky tactility provides fresh-feeling comfort. In terms of ecology, linen is a real champion. Growing linen does not require pesticides or insecticides or artificial water irrigation making it one of the most environmentally friendly fabrics. Flax fiber is hollow on the inside and can absorb moisture well, in fact a linen fabric can absorb up to 20% of its own weight in water! The fiber also releases the moisture easily, which makes the fabric dry quickly.