Does Egyptian Cotton Shrink?
Egyptian cotton DOES shrink.
Natural Fibers Shrink
All natural fibers will shrink including Egyptian cotton. Make sure that you either purchase your item larger with this in mind. Many manufacturers will size items accordingly allowing for shrinkage. In order to reduce shrinkage you should avoid washing your item in extremely hot water.
How to Wash Egyptian Cotton
To get the most out of your Egyptian cotton item wash it in warm water with a small amount of detergent. Use cool water in the rinse cycle. Line drying Egyptian cotton items will further reduce shrinkage as well as reduce wrinkling. If you choose to dry Egyptian cotton in the dryer, use a low heat setting.

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