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The men’s undewear line, 2(X)ist has a new collection out called Liquid Cotton.  The claim is that fabric used is lightweight stretch cotton with an incredibly soft and luxuious hand without any kind of synthetic feel to it.  As their press release states: "the cotton literally feels like it was poured onto your body!"

So, what is really going on with this collection by 2Xist?  The Dow Chemical Company has created a fiber called DOW XLA.  This fiber is an alternative to spandex and latex that can be mixed in with cotton to give it great stretch and shape retention. XLA is combined with natural fabrics such cotton, wool etc. and claims to keep the same hand as if it weren’t there but has the advantage of stretch that returns to its natural shape when taken off.

Additionally, XLA is more resistant to heat and chemicals.  Spandex and latex are known to break down when put in the dryer.  DOW XLA claims to be more resistant.  Thus garments made in XLA should last longer, be more durable and retain their shape all day and night.

Given that there is nothing worse than baggy tighty whities on a man, 2Xist Liquid Cotton made with XLA sounds like just the ticket in mens underwear.