You need fast-drying bath towels and here's why

You might've gone through life without putting too much thought into your bath towels, but that's all about to change. Truth is, the type of towels you buy matters. Sure, it's important that your super plush towels feel soft against your skin and absorb all the excess water from your hair and body, but it's also crucial they dry quickly. SEE ALSO: Get a set of fancy Egyptian cotton sheets (luxury!) for half off Why? When towels stay wet for hours, they're more susceptible to housing mold and other microscopic bacteria. And if you use the same towel a few times before throwing it in the laundry, all that mold and bacteria can transfer onto your freshly cleaned body. Um, ew.  Read more...More about Mashable Shopping, Shopping Stackcommerce, Shopping Solo, Towels, and Lifestyle