It is napped to produce a plush surface similar to moleskin or chamois leather. Moleskin is woven of carded cotton yarn in a dense weft-faced satin weave. The moleskin trousers have now largely been replaced by jeans. Cotton sateen is a variant of moleskin. The thickness of the surrounding moleskin protects the blister from further friction. Clothing made from moleskin is noted for its softness and durability. Moleskin is also commonly used in video and/or audio productions when using a lavalier microphone.