Eco-friendly 100% Turkish cotton, OEKO-TEX certified dyes. While these towels are thin and light weight, they can absorb up to seven times their weight AND dry in about 20 Minutes. The longer fibres of Turkish cotton make these towels stronger and softer than your terry cloth towels. AND they are so versatile , wear it as a wrap (light weight and easy to pack - great to cuddle up in on a long flight) a dress, a sarong, use it as a blanket or a tablecloth - possibilities are endless!