Poly cotton — sometimes known as polycotton or poly-cotton — is a blend of natural cotton and synthetic polyester. ... Poly cotton blends are very popular because it is used to make many types of clothing due it being stronger, more customizable, and more versatile (dries faster) than 100% cotton.

What type of cotton is polyester?

Poly cotton — sometimes known as polycotton or poly-cotton — is a blend of natural cotton and synthetic polyester. The blend mixes cotton fibers with artificially made polyester fibers. Usually, the mix has a ratio of 65% cotton and 35% polyester.

Which cotton polyester blend is best?

While 100% cotton is oftentimes the better choice, it's worth considering all of the benefits of a 50% cotton 50% polyester blend before making your decision. A 50/50 blend offers many of the same advantages of 100% cotton, but also avoids some of the pitfalls of the pure blend.