These are just your basic smooth surface microfiber towels, but I did appreciate the choice of colors and sizes, and that they come in a 2-pack (one for my hair, one for the rest of me), and a nice travel bag at a great price. I have severe allergies to many detergents, so will wash these myself at home with a known "good" detergent and take them on trips where I couldn't be sure of possible allergens. They hold seven times their weight in water, yet dry quickly - fold 'em up, pack 'em up, and mSee full review