what is moleskin

Moleskin is a heavy cotton fabric that is woven and then shorn to create a short, soft pile on one side, giving it a suede-like appearance and feel. It is a versatile fabric that is used for a variety of purposes, including clothing, sportswear, and medical applications. Moleskin fabric is commonly used to make trousers, also referred to as "moleskins," that are similar to jeans in terms of cut and construction. Moleskin-like fabric with an adhesive backing is used to prevent or treat blisters, cut with a hole in the center to provide relief to the affected skin. The thickness of the surrounding moleskin further protects the blister from additional friction. Moleskin is easy to clean and maintain, and it does not have a tendency to wrinkle.