We have always referred to it as “the yellow cloth.” π Aion Plas Chamois (known before as Kanebo Plas Chamois) is a synthetic, super absorbent microfiber towel that leaves almost zero water after a wipe and lasts for years. Trust me, our Chamois has been in use for the last three years and it’s still usable to date. For the purpose of this review, I just bought a new one and because sharing is caring, this is how the package looks like:
Through the years, we have observed that there’s a great number of fake Aion Plas Chamois and “copy cats” which have entered the market. They are advertised to also work as a great absorbent towel. The consistent power of sales talk by staff in Ace Hardware, Blade, Handyman, etc. had prompted me to go ahead and buy one each of the three major competitors’ product.
I asked my dad to test and compare the performance of the towels because he’s the one who’s mostly responsible for washing our cars and doing house work. π Among all, he declares hands-down that the Aion Plas Chamois Super Absorbent Towel as the champion. No wonder this brand of microfiber towel is the number 1 chamois brand in Japan! Here are four ways we use the Aion Plas Chamois:
4 Ways We Use the Aion Plas Chamois (and 4 Ways It is Proven Effective)
1. Drying the Car
Aion Plas Chamois features unparalleled water-absorbing performance. It is made with material that absorbs more water than regular towels to dry the car without scratching the surface. It’s fast and easy to use, ideal for auto detailing as well. The size is large enough so you can also try it with cleaning your motorcycle and boat.
2. Wiping the Bathroom Floor
Although we have a sliding door inside the bathroom that separates the shower area and the rest of the toilet and have a drain in the middle, water running out of the shower area can’t be helped. Thus, to clean out the mess, after bathing, we maximize the use of Aion Plas Chamois for its absorbing action by wiping the bathroom floor and wringing the cloth to remove excess water onto the sink directly.
What’s even commendable is that it while mops and ordinary rags normally leave a bunch of hairy clumps (even after multiple washes), the Aion Plas Chamois does not. It neither accumulates hair nor form mold or mildew.
3. Cleaning the Kitchen
My mom stands as the official cook at home, and she cannot stand seeing water spilling from the kitchen counter to the floor when she’s preparing the ingredients. Mopping the floor and removing liquids on the counter proved to be taxing especially when done over and over again. In the same vein, replacing a non-absorbing 100% cotton tea towel one after the other adds on the chore. There’s really nothing worse than a crap dishtowel.
One day, we tried the Aion Plas Chamois and found that it also worked like a reliable old friend in the kitchen. The more we wash it, the softer and more absorbent it becomes.
4. Drying Sweat
Haha. I guess drying sweat is one of the more creative ways we have used the Aion Plas Chamois. Have you ever thought that the Aion Plas Chamois can be used as a hand towel? It’s a compact cloth that you can store in your gym bag and you don’t have to carry a bulky one. It’s a good traveling companion, as it occupies just a small space in your suitcase and it serves multipurpose.
As a synthetic sponge made of Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), it can absorb up to 12 times its dry weight in water. This makes it also as an excellent option if you decide to go trekking, camping or playing sports that will make you perspire big-time. Try it and learn how smooth and soft it goes on the skin. In fact, I know someone who uses it as a bath towel. 
Wrap Up
The Aion Plas Chamois has been existing for over 40 years now globally, and it comes with no surprise that many customers from around the world have also recognized the same benefits. At PhP 379 in retail stores in the Philippines, it’s notable that it is costlier than cheaper-quality alternatives and generic brands, but the price for value is high.
Ordinary rags as well as the product of other brands can only do much, moving around the water without absorbing anymore water when it becomes “full and heavy.” The winning factor must be that the Aion Plas Chamois features a three-layer construction that makes it sustain its usability and durability so it absorbs more and lasts longer. Hence, consider it as a safe investment piece in your home. π
For more information, visit the website of Aion Plas Chamois Philippines at www.aionabsorb.com or their Facebook page. You can also watch the video here:
About Rochkirstin Santos-Sioco
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With kids around, I would end up using this all the time. It sounds awesome.
Yup. I suggest that you cut it to half and quarter sizes – makes it great for the kitchen tops, sink and bathrooms! π
Chamois cloth is really an amazing invention — very useful and long-lasting if you take care of it well. Wonder why don’t they sell it in other colors here?
I also wonder about that. I would want to get the pink one (oh so girly me). π
That idea of using it as a towel never occurred to me! Will try it the next time we buy a bigger one. A bath towel, really?!
Haha yes! You will be surprised how it soaks up water on your skin fast and easily! π
I love a good towel. I’m going to get a couple of these for my kitchen. This will make cleanup a breeze from now on.
For sure you won’t be disappointed. Just remember that you have to store it moist in the canister or it will dry stiff as a cardboard. Dip it on water and it is good to go again.
The chamois towel is really helpful when cleaning cars. It’s also easier to dry and clean.
Yup, it’s great to dry your car with no streaks and you can use it over and over and throw it in the washer (or wash the cloth by hand as it’s just easy). You can wring it as you dry your car so it becomes bone dry again. The Aion Plas Chamois is also good for cleaning car windows where streaks usually show up.
It makes cleaning the car faster because if you use cloth, you have to replace it everytime.
Right. It’s really hard to clean the car only with a regular towel.
Thanks for the review, it looks like a great towel. I could use a good towel to dry off my car.
You’re welcome! This is an amazing product you really have to try. π
I grew up with my Dad using a chamois to wash our family cars every single weekend. I didn’t realize until I had my own car how awesome chamois are! I also use them to clean my glasses and camera lenses – they are really great for that too!
Wow you just gave me another good idea on where I can use the towel. Yeah, I just figured it out now as you shared it.. π
With all the spills around here thanks to kids & dogs, I could definitely use this handy absorbent towel. Love how it can be reused again & again.
Right. It is rare when you can find a product that does what is says and lasts as long as this one does.
I think we have that at home! I think it’s a must-have for vehicle owners.
Great! I think every household should at least have one Chamois. It’s a wonder product. π
What a cool little shammy! This would be so great for cleaning the bathroom.
The trick is to dampen it every time you use it in the bathroom. This thing will last you for years to come! π
Absorbing 12 times its weight in liquid is pretty impressive. I’d love to give these a try.
Buy it and be happy. π Its performance has actually exceeded my expectation. Upon using it frequently, I’ve come to know that the key isn’t necessarily how much it absorbs (which is a lot) but the way it becomes completely dry just from hand wringing.
I would use it for lots of tasks. Drying my dogs off after a bath would be fast and easy. They work great for washing your car.
Sure, the website says that it can be used as well to dry pets after washing/giving them a bath. π
My husband would love this for washing his car. He’s always complaining about his shammy.
Having a poor-quality chamois is just bothersome. Tell him to try the Aioin Plas Chamois and I bet you will not hear him complain again. π
That looks awesome. Would love to get one to use after washing the car.
For washing the car, wring out the absorber after each section and it’s like grabbing a brand new towel.
I remember those from years ago. I didn’t realize they were were still around though, or that there were so many other companies selling them either.
Aion Plas Chamois has been around for the longest time. (I wasn’t even born yet when it first came out in the market!)
Cool find! Interesting use for my car!.. btw Roch, please congratulate your sister for me. Welcome to the real world! Hehehe!
I’ll tell her that. THANKS, Jeng! π
Sounds awesome. Between kids and household chores it would get a lot of use in my house.
It sure will. Note that it is odorless, nontoxic and has high tensile strength and flexibility, as well as high oxygen and aroma barrier properties. So this product is very safe!
Love towels like this. They are so reusable!
With the Aion Plas Chamois, you no longer have to continually replace your dry towel. Just squeeze out the excess water and keep on going. π
I’ve been using chamois (other brands) on my car for as long as I can remember, but now that I heard about your great review of the quality of Aion Plas Chamois, I can’t wait to try it out.
Yay! I get a convert. π This chamois really works. I’ve used others that left lint or didn’t dry after a while of use; but this thing really works like a champ and left my car shinny. I highly recommend this chamois.
I could totally use these with kids who like to spill anything and everything.
Get one and thank yourself afterwards. You will see how this chamois really cuts down on cleaning and drying time.
Wow,there are so many uses! It is so useful!
As an attention to detail kind of shopper, my dad also recommends this chamois. This makes a statement that the product is great and it works with no water drops or bubbles left.
WHOA. Quite thin but proven to be a powerful absorbent!
Yup, it absorbs a LOT of water and does not leave swirl marks! There is no rigged textiles on this towel, and it’s very soft. It almost feels like a piece of leather.
It is hard to find a product that you love and will do the job right so when you find one I don’t blame you sharing it with the world!
My thoughts exactly! That’s so true. π
That towel seems really promising.Nice one.
If you are looking for an amazing towel, this is it. Take care of this towel and it will bring you happiness (no more headaches when cleaning or wiping whatever).
One time I tried helping in cleaning my cousin’s car. I tried using this kind of cloth and I really like it. For cleaning the kitchen though, perhaps this might be expensive for that?
Well, it has many uses anyway. You can maximize the piece of chamois by cleaning kitchen tops, your house windows, kitchen tiles, bathroom floor, etc. and just wash it with water to clean out the dirt from other surfaces.
What a cool towel! I would love to use one in my home. I swear I am always spilling water.
You have to own one! This thing holds an astounding amount of water for its size and weight and is excellent at streak free drying of automotive surfaces.
I remember chamois towel was one of the first thing I got when I got my new car years ago.
This is the only drying chamois most car owners will ever need.
I agree. It makes drying the car faster.
Great review on the towel, Looks like very handy to use when it comes to cleaning!
Thanks, Kylie! You will get to appreciate more of the product’s uses once you buy one for yourself and your family. π
Really excellent towel with so many uses and it lasts longer. So, I joined the blog writing contest to win.
Yup, after two years, ours has held up very well, though it is a bit discolored from the dirt it has picked up over time. That’s why we got a new one.
Hey, good luck! π
A very useful product that every household should have and also, it lasts longer saving money for family.
Speaking about saving money – yeah, I agree on that. It also saves a pile of wet towels you would have used for cleaning. Love it more each time I use it.
The towel seems very useful yet very cheap. Ideal for a perfect buy and a thank you for the review too. Cheers!
You’re welcome! This is a great buy. π
We use that for our car too! Haha. I just washed the car last weekend, so I remember that we used the same brand. Ours has been with us for about 2 years, and still in good condition.
Wow! That’s good to hear. π
The Aion Plas Chamois is so useful.. I use it all the time to clean counters, my car, wipe out stains..It so easy to use!
This compact little towel is the perfect product to take with you on the go, and is ideal for quickly drying your body at the gym, or anywhere else.
I love that it can hold 12 times its weight in water. I would love one of those as I just bought a new car and it looks like a fantastic cloth to dry off the car.
That’s because the material was designed to mimic the cell structure of a natural sea sponge, and this creates little pockets that are able to absorb and hold in moisture extremely efficiently. Every car owner should have this. π
My husband uses Kanebo all the time, i didn’t know that it has changed its name >.<! I was reading this out loud and told my husband that people actually use it as a towel (i'm kinda stiff, i find it hard to accept things to use in other purposes than its original purpose *LOL*, i'm weird) and he said "Of course, people do it all the time in Japan". He asked me to give it a try, but really, it's hard for me to change my mindset! It's for wiping things/surfaces, not for my body hahaha
Haha just because this product is mostly sold in hardware stores (car accessories section) does not mean that it can only be used for that function. As the website says, it’s also used for drying pets. π I have also encountered many review sites with people commenting that the Aion Plas Chamois can almost replace all their bath towels at home.
this sounds so good! don’t think its available in the uk
Sorry, I’m not also sure about that. Well, when you visit Asia and meet Aion, a good move is to buy at least two for your household and another one for your good friend. π
This towel sounds amazing. I could really use a couple for cleaning with because of my three dogs who get the floor wet constantly while drinking water. I could use them for drying them of too. Thanks for sharing.
Add to your cleaning arsenal, this absorbent towel will provide much usefulness for a variety of jobs.
Wow! That works really well, I will have to get one!
Sure! You can use it anytime you would use one, and it will provide greater surface area in order to save time and dirt absorbing properties that traditional sponges don’t offer.
First of all, I’m a fingerprints nut. I hate fingerprints. It’s just a pet peeve of mine especially around light switches and the fridge. I have ten grandchildren need I say more. I would love to get ten of these towels. One for… oops make that 11 for my hubby the biggest kid of all.
10 grandchildren? Wow! You look so young to be already a grandmom. Cheers to you. π Haha yup, this towel can be a good gift also for them all.
I am loving this cool little towel. Its the perfect size to keep in your car or in your purse. I love how reusable it is.
It’s very handy and does lots of job well. π
This sounds awesome. With all the little messes I could really use something more cost effective.
Yeah you can maybe get two at least. π
I have a dozens Aion Plas Chamois in my house for stocks, love it! It is very useful & helpful for a housewifes with 2 boys like me,,hehe
I see a satisfied customer here. π
I can think of a million things I could do with this. A must have for sure!
A million is a LOT haha that would be impressive if you can list them all out. π
With its super absorbent properties, the aion plas chamois sounds like it’s perfect to use anywhere.
Yup, I can already picture you using it in the kitchen. π
Great review, I bet my fiance would love that towel!
Thanks, Alyssa! You’re going to need this towel for your new home. π
It’s actually quite interesting to see that you have to keep the towel slightly moist in the container. Most cloth or towel will want you to keep the towel dry before keeping for fear ofgrowing mouldy or smelly!
Yeah you have to keep it moist or else it will be too rough for your skin.
I have always used chamois for window washing. It’s the best product for that.
Aion Plas Chamois is the best! π
Hi ate, I really love how you review products on your blog! It’s so detailed and very relevant.
Thanks for your kind words. π I just think that my readers deserve to get the full info I can share in every post.
it’s amazing how this small piece of cloth could be used in numerous ways! Talk about ingenuity!
Yup! Every establishment should have this product as it’s both effective and efficient.
Your review really detail.
I think I have something like this, but the brand is different. Since I feel mine is not really good.
Try replacing yours with Aion and you will really see a good difference. π
I never thought that you can use it to wipe sweat. I’m still trying to wrap my head around that idea. Can it really be used for that purpose?
Haha yes. That’s normal for lots of people in Japan. π
That towel is really absorbent. I can think of a few ways to use it around the home.
It’s a great helper all around the house. π
I super agree with you. buwisit ung mga sales talkers na pinopromote pa yung ibang brand. nothing comes close to aion plas chamois