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Reading the label…
Lyocell
B
Made from wood pulp using a closed-loop solvent process. The most sustainable semi-synthetic fiber, with excellent drape and comfort.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
80/100
DurabilityTypical65
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortStrong88
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityAbove-average82
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthWeak42
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingTypical68
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EaseTypical62
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityStrong85
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using lyocell
8 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains lyocell. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
DUER
30 products
YMC
18 products
Cinq a Sept
17 products
Icebreaker
16 products
Kith
15 products
Club Monaco
13 products
Zara
10 products
MUJI
8 products
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing lyocell.
Products with lyocell
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains lyocell. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
IcebreakerB
Unisex Merino Blend 125 Cool-Lite™ Sphere Flexi Chute
60% Lyocell, 40% Merino Wool
$25
Mons RoyaleB
AT Merino Short Sleeve Shirt - Natures Odyssey | Men's Shirt
70% Lyocell, 30% Merino Wool
$210
IcebreakerB
Unisex Merino Blend 125 Cool-Lite™ Sphere Beanie
60% Lyocell, 40% Merino Wool
$25
IcebreakerB
Unisex Merino Blend 125 Cool-Lite™ Short Sleeve Shirt
60% Lyocell, 40% Merino Wool
$170
IcebreakerB
Unisex Merino Blend 125 Cool-Lite™ Sphere Headband
60% Lyocell, 40% Merino Wool
$20
IcebreakerB
Women's Merino Blend 125 Cool-Lite™ Skirt
60% Lyocell, 40% Merino Wool
$195
IcebreakerB
Unisex Merino Blend 125 Cool-Lite™ Long Sleeve Shirt
60% Lyocell, 40% Merino Wool
$215
Mons RoyaleB
Horizon Merino Crew - Dark Olive | Women's Mid Layer
56% Merino Wool, 38% Lyocell, 6% Elastane
$170
Mons RoyaleB
AT Merino Short Sleeve Shirt - Natures Odyssey | Women's Shirt
70% Lyocell, 30% Merino Wool
$210
KithB
Agolde Rounded Baggy Jeans - Expression
100% Lyocell
$268
32 DegreesB
WOMEN'S CHAMBRAY LONG SLEEVE BUTTON-UP
100% Lyocell
$18
Mate the LabelB
Seacell Tencel Quarter Zip Pullover
65% Tencel, 28% Lyocell, 7% Elastane
$131
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from lyocell. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same lyocell feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
😴Sleepwear
ExcellentExcellent comfort (88) and breathability (82) for sleeping
🌱Sustainable Fashion
ExcellentExcellent sustainability (85) and biodegradable — great eco choice
🏃Athletic Wear
GoodGood breathability (82) and moisture wicking (68) for light activity
👕Everyday Casual
GoodGood comfort (88) and care ease (62) for casual wear
👔Formal/Office
GoodGood durability (65) and comfort (88) for office wear
🩲Underwear
GoodGood breathability (82) and comfort (88) for undergarments
🌧️Rain/Weather
GoodGood moisture wicking (68) and durability (65) for weather protection
⛰️Outdoor/Hiking
GoodGood durability (65) and breathability (82) for outdoor activities
Detailed Use Case Scores
everyday85
sleepwear85
underwear82
activewear70
Pros
- ✓ Sustainably produced
- ✓ Very soft and smooth
- ✓ Excellent moisture management
- ✓ Biodegradable
Cons
- ✗ More expensive than cotton
- ✗ Can fibrillate (fuzzing)
- ✗ Wrinkles somewhat
- ✗ Requires gentle care
Better alternatives
Higher-scored semi-synthetic materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
Care Guide
Washcold (30°C)
Cycledelicate
Detergentmild
BleachDo not bleach
Dryline dry
Ironlow
Dry Cleanoptional
SoftenerNo
Special Notes
• Closed-loop process makes it eco-friendly
• Weak when wet — handle gently
Additional Care Tips
- • Machine wash cold (30°C/85°F) on gentle cycle with mild detergent
- • Line dry preferred, or tumble dry on low heat — remove immediately to prevent wrinkles
- • Iron on low heat while slightly damp if needed; lyocell wrinkles less than rayon
- • Avoid bleach and harsh detergents — they cause fibrillation (surface fuzzing) on lyocell
- • Wash inside out to reduce friction and extend the smooth surface finish
- • Store on padded hangers or folded; lyocell drapes well and recovers from light creasing
Cost
$$$$$
Mid-range
Shrinkage
Minimal shrinkage — follow care instructions
Eco Rating
Strong environmental credentials