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What is merino wool?

Merino wool comes from special Merino sheep bred in Spain during the 1700s. During the end of the century, the sheep were introduced to Australia and through the process of selective breeding, created an extremely fine fiber known as the authentic Australian Merino wool. Merino wool is the softest wool in the world due to it's composition of intricate fibers. They can bend better than normal wool and have a high elasticity, making them retain their shape well. Merino wool is specifically made of keratin, similar to human hair, and is entirely biodegradable. These elements combined make it the most precious type of wool available and it is exceptionally comfy for socks.

What is mercerized cotton?

Mercerized cotton is a process that involves processing cotton fibers so that they result in a swelling in the cell wall of the fibers. This newly created surface area results in reflectance, while also making the fiber softer. Some mercerized cotton even goes through a secondary "singeing", or the passing through of an open flame, so that it improves the fiber's appearance even further.