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Is Alpaca Good for Excessive Sweating?

A solid choice — #10 of 31
Alpaca ranks #10 of 31 fabrics for excessive sweating. It is a good fabric for this. Ranked on breathability and moisture handling, penalised for weight. The top pick is Merino.

Alpaca at a glance

Breathability 58 · Moisture 14% · Warmth 88 · 220 gsm · Packability 75 · Wrinkle resistance 75

Alpaca measures 58/100 for breathability, 14% moisture regain, 88/100 warmth, at 220 gsm. For excessive sweating, modest breathability and strong moisture absorption decide comfort — and its higher warmth risks trapping heat against the skin.

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