Recycle has selected the 5 most eco-friendly clothing brands for children. Among them are clothes made from organic cotton with prints of endangered species, bodysuits made from recycled towels, and T-shirts with painted designs.
Only organic cotton, grown without pesticides, GMOs, and hand-picked, is used in the production of clothing by a family-owned factory. Belle & Dean. The main color of this brand for the little ones is ecru. This means that cotton fiber is not subject to bleaching or dyeing.
Drawings on fabric in Belle & Dean created exclusively with the environment in mind. The items contain an eco-message - prints depicting rare and endangered species of animals and plants. Pictures are applied with safe water-based paint. Bodysuits, T-shirts, summer overalls and accessories for babies from 0 to 2 years old are available in the online store.
Eco-knitwear from Bulgarian grandmothers
Associated with love for children and nature. Cloth self made from Kalinka kids Made from organic long-staple Pima cotton and Merino wool from Peru. These eco-friendly materials are particularly soft and durable.
The history of the brand began with a simple children's sweater, which was knitted by the founder of the brand, Nona Docheva, while awaiting the birth of her twin sons. The inspiration for the entire collection of knitted clothes came from patterns and shapes that are preserved by the centuries-old history of several generations of the Bulgarian people.
It is Bulgarian grandmothers who today help in creating simple, practical and comfortable children's eco-friendly clothing Kalinka kids. The “green” collection includes sweaters, tops, overalls, hats, bloomers, as well as blankets and mesh bags. You can buy them on the official website.
Organic cotton and bamboo for babies
The creators of the Polish brand Dear Eco call the process of creating children's clothing a fairy tale with a happy ending. Good fairy seamstresses use a noble variety of organic cotton from Peru.
Continuous quality control of raw materials begins from the moment of sowing the seeds to processing the threads. All processes exclude the use of harmful chromium compounds, GMOs, pesticides, heavy metals and artificial dyes.
The clothes turn out so soft and silky that babies can feel like princes and princesses from the first days of life. Dear Eco textiles are marked with the International Standard GOTS (The Global Organic Textile Standard). This means that the company not only cares about the environment, but also strictly observes the labor rights of its employees.
In addition to clothing, the brand’s eco-friendly collection includes envelopes for newborns, blankets and towels made of bamboo, and products made from medical sheepskin: booties, sleeping bags and stroller inserts.
Dear eco has a network of stores in Poland, Norway, Holland, Switzerland, Serbia and South Korea. Online ordering is available on the brand's official website.
Children's clothing made from recycled textiles
New products from the Swedish company Stormie Poodle appear thanks to the second life of Lindström hotel bedding, napkins and towels. Textiles go through several washing cycles in eco-friendly laundries. The fabric becomes soft and hypoallergenic.
Reusing cotton products reduces water consumption in the countries where the material is grown. And it partially helps solve the global textile waste problem.
Not only the textiles themselves last a long time, but also the clothes made from them, helping to save the family budget. Children's terry robes Stormie Poodle grow up with children. Featuring long sleeves, large pockets and no belt. And instead of buttons there are buttons that children can easily fasten and unfasten on their own. The production of children's clothing from recycled materials is located in Latvia.
The company donates some of its products to the orphanage. The Stormie Poodle online store offers terry robes for children aged 1 to 6 years, hooded towels and bibs.
100% organic: with mind and heart
No allergies, no discomfort, no irritation. These principles formed the basis of the collections of children's eco-friendly clothing of the Russian brand Bluegreens. In the production of textiles for babies, the company uses 100% organic cotton of international standards GOTS, OEKO-TEX. The designs are applied to the fabric using water-based paints. Special attention to details: to avoid contact with delicate children's skin, labels and tags are placed on the outside. There are also seams along the outside - on clothes for babies up to 1 year old.
Pay attention to the fabric
Main difference ordinary clothes from eco-friendly is the fabric from which it is made. Manufacturers of eco-friendly wardrobe items give preference to natural raw materials that are grown without the use of pesticides: organic flax, cotton, silk, wool. They also use organic bamboo and corn fibers, nettles, and vegetable leatherette.
In addition, eco-friendly clothing includes items made from recycled products (PET containers, fabric scraps, fishing nets); clothing whose bright and rich color is achieved by using natural dyes.
Study the composition of the product
Not all natural fabrics are created equal. A product that is pleasant to the touch does not mean that the item is safe for health and the environment. Chemicals are used both in the production of clothing and in the cultivation of raw materials for it. Harmful fibers will, at best, cause discomfort when worn, and at worst, allergies and skin irritation. It's worth knowing where the danger lies.
Cotton, which most consumers consider safe, is only partly so. The lion's share of industrial production of this material is not environmentally friendly. For every 250 grams of cotton produced, there are 150 grams of pesticides and about three liters of water. To protect against pests, cotton fields are treated with herbicides, and to quickly collect leaves, harvesting machines are filled with special products that harm the soil ecology.
Only 0.1% of the world's cotton is produced safely today. Organic cotton is grown in biological farms. The plant is cared for manually, natural fertilizers and safe processing substances are used. Labels for items made from this material are marked “100 organic cotton.”
Linen recognized as the most environmentally friendly and harmless material. The unpretentious plant withstands bad weather and is resistant to diseases and pests. The fields do not require processing. But this was not enough for linen clothing manufacturers. Natural fabric It wrinkles a lot and doesn’t smooth out well. The situation was corrected using formaldehyde and artificial resin. After chemical treatment The fabric does not need to be ironed. Additional information on the label will help you recognize such an unsafe item: “100% Linen, does not require ironing.”
Silk can also be treated with disinfectants and formaldehyde. When extracting silk on an industrial scale, producers use cocoon growth accelerator hormones and other harmful substances. A silk product marked “100% organic silk” is considered safe.
Bamboo may turn out to be an empty word in the composition of the product. Unscrupulous manufacturers offer counterfeits to consumers. Instead of bamboo fibers, artificially created viscose is used. If there is no fabric composition label on the product, you can check the item by touch. Bamboo fiber is lightweight and does not wrinkle; if the item is very soft, most likely it is made of viscose. The production of synthetic fabric does not spare the environment: the fabric does not decompose, poisoning the soil and air.
Learn to read eco-signs
The label will help you study the composition of the eco-fabric and tell you about the origin of the fibers, dyes used, fabric processing, transportation of raw materials, working conditions and resource consumption. You just need to learn to read eco-labels. Behind each label and sign is a certificate of compliance with eco-standards.
Euroblume (“Euroflower”). This marking indicates compliance with basic environmental requirements at all stages of product production and a high environmental standard of the product.
Naturtextil (“Natural textiles”). Labeling of the International Association of Natural Textile Manufacturers. The item marked with the sign is made from natural fibers in environmentally friendly conditions, without chemical treatment, and meets the highest environmental requirements. Sold in specialized stores.
The Global Organic Textile Standard. Insignia for products made from organic cotton. The standard has two levels of certification. Products certified in the “Organic” category contain at least 95% organic and up to 5% inorganic natural or synthetic fibers. A certificate in the “Made with X% organic” category indicates that the item contains at least 70% organic fibers, another 30% may be inorganic.
Label Woolmark confirms that the wool is obtained for the first time, sheared from live sheep, without the use of chemicals. The item will not lose its shape or color when worn. The sign is most valuable for outerwear.
Textiles Vertrauen ("Ecotex" or "Trust in Textiles"). The eco-label indicates that the product has been tested according to the international Oeko-Tex standard. The manufacturer goes through a certification system, starting from checking raw materials to finishing the finished textile product. Oeko-Tex 100 guarantees the absence of carcinogenic and allergenic dyes, chlorine, formaldehyde and other hazardous substances in clothes.
What does color hide?
The textile industry is one of the main sources of environmental pollution. Large volumes of water resources (up to 1500 m³ per day), which are used in dyeing and processing fabrics, absorb a third of toxic substances.
Wastewater with chemical dyes enters the soil, and through ventilation, factories emit vapors of all kinds of solvents, formaldehydes and metal compounds into the air.
Only 1% of the total volume of fabric dyes is natural. Clothing dyes are obtained from flowers, roots, seeds and bark of plants, for example: bamboo, turmeric, paprika, cocoa powder, etc.
However, it is not easy to determine what dyes were used to color an item. This requires laboratory tests. On the label you can find only part of the information that will help you recognize harmful substances.
If the fabric fibers are bleached with chlorine, the label will display "stonewashed"(German: Gebleicht). No need iron, i.e. the item does not require ironing, which means the material has been treated with formaldehyde and resins.Actifresh And Sanigrad means that the item has been treated with a composition to protect against bacteria.Mercerisiert- This is the treatment of fabric with concentrated caustic soda, which is applied to cotton.
Not all clothing manufacturers are fair to consumers. As a large-scale Greenpeace audit showed, trade marks world-famous companies often hide dangerous substances. Testing by an international green organization revealed that every fifth item from a European manufacturer contains residues of harmful chemicals.
At least 15 global brands, including Adidas, Puma, Nike, Mango, Benetton, Zara, H&M and others, have already pledged not to use artificial dyes and fabrics in their products.
It is difficult for today's people to imagine a world where there are no toothbrushes, baby soap, washing powder with bleach, deodorants, conditioners and other things available in every kitchen, every bathroom and every nursery. The recent past, in which industry has not yet learned to produce all this on a planetary scale, seems today to be something frightening, unsanitary, uncomfortable and unbearable. However, long before the appearance of the first soap factories, and even more so before the invention of the first freon air conditioners, all these things - borrowed from nature - were already very familiar to man. And even today, any person, regardless of his income, has a lot of opportunities to replace all non-natural items in his daily life with 100% natural ones. Moreover, we are not talking about rural life - on the contrary, a person remains in a familiar office-urban environment, where every day he brushes his teeth, eats food, changes children’s diapers, washes clothes and cools the air in the apartment, only choosing from now on only natural, products obtained from nature. 9 completely natural items that can replace the usual synthetic ones in everyday life.
Soap nuts (from 750 rubles per 500 grams)
The fruits of the Sapindus soap tree are one of the most ancient household detergents, known in ancient India and pre-Columbian South America. From the Western perspective, appearance These nuts (by the way, more like dried berries) are very unpresentable. However, they perfectly wash any items made from any materials: they contain natural foaming agents - saponins, which completely decompose in the environment and, unlike soap, do not create an alkaline reaction. In addition, soap nuts are hypoallergenic, so they can be successfully used for washing clothes for allergy sufferers and babies. It is believed that the Mukorossi variety cultivated today is better suited for machine washing, and the wild forest variety Trifoliatus is better for hand washing, as it foams more abundantly and has a light floral-fruity smell. A common feature for both varieties is that the lower the washing temperature, the harder the water and the dirtier the laundry, the more nuts you will need (on average, eight nuts are taken per wash). Before washing, they are placed in a cotton bag or just an old sock, tied and placed in the washing machine. By the way, nuts can be used several times - until they become thinner and lighten. Thus, a standard 500 g package is enough for approximately 100 eco-washes. At the same time, there is one caveat to soap nuts: the laundry becomes clean, but not snow-white, since they do not contain bleaches. Thus, if necessary, you can add an oxygen bleaching agent, for example, from the Belgian eco-brand Ecover, before washing. Where to buy: www.soapnuts.ru Toothbrush “Miswak” (from 60 rubles)
At first, brushing your teeth with a twig is unusual. The tip of the stick must be cleared of about 1 cm of bark and chewed to form a brush. Further manipulations are similar to traditional ones, with the only difference being that the paste and rinsing the mouth with water are no longer necessary. Miswak tastes like horseradish, but without the spiciness. In general, this is a completely natural hybrid, that is, a product and a tool in one item, designed for high-quality care of teeth and gums. It has been made from the branches and roots of the Arak tree (Salvadora Persica) for several millennia and is traditionally used in the Middle East, North Africa, and South and Southeast Asia. Many useful elements contained in it (including fluoride, recently tested by European medicine), eliminate plaque and whiten enamel, prevent the occurrence of caries, remove tartar and even reduce toothache. Miswak residue is said to continue to kill bacteria in the mouth even 2 days after using it. By the way, this remedy is not at all disposable, as it might seem. After cleaning, the brush is washed and put aside until the next time, and when it is worn out, they simply cut off and chew the end of the stick again; Thus, one miswak is enough for about one to two months of daily use. For those who are looking for a natural and environmentally friendly, but still familiar way of brushing their teeth, completely wooden toothbrushes with natural (not acrylic) bristles are produced, which, having served their simple service, are thrown away without a twinge of conscience or easily burned. Where to buy: www.hunnyshop.ru Alunite, natural deodorant (from 400 rubles)
Using deodorant after taking a shower, although it is one of the most banal daily gestures, can also be carried out under the auspices of “eco”. You can replace ordinary household chemicals (which sometimes smell like cheap perfume or leave telltale marks on clothes) with alum stone or alunite (Potassium Alum), a colorless transparent salt crystal. With proven antibacterial properties, it has been used for centuries in the Middle East. It is enough to moisten the alunite crystal with water and wipe it on the armpits and feet at the final stage water procedures- and it eliminates bacteria, which are the cause of odor (as you know, sweat itself has no odor). Since alunite contains no emulsifiers, it does not disrupt the function of the sweat glands, does not clog pores, and does not interfere with normal sweating. In addition, alunite is good to use after shaving and for small cuts, as it relieves skin irritation, having an astringent effect, and stops bleeding. As it is used, alunite gradually decreases in size, but does not lose any effectiveness. Where to buy: www.hunnyshop.ru Natural air humidifier "Mast" (from 6300 yen)
It all started when thirty-six-year-old Japanese designer Shin Okada, who specializes in industrial design and is of the opinion that people using his ideas should smile, came to Masuza. This company produces various souvenirs made by hand from Japanese cypress - hinoki. Its valuable wood, which is highly revered by the Japanese, is traditionally used for cutting boards, furo bath barrels and food storage containers. As a result of this alliance, a funny and completely natural air humidifier “Mast” appeared, which looks like a ship with sails. Water is poured into its base, made of hinoki cypress; Thanks to capillary action, it is absorbed into thin sails made of rot-resistant wood, and then naturally evaporates, releasing a relaxing cypress aroma. The device does not require electricity, does not create soil for bacteria, and looks so that the eye is truly happy. Where to buy: www.masuza.co.jp Dishes made from natural bamboo Bambu
Bamboo is an ideal material for modern household production: it grows quickly and unpretentiously, while being durable and moisture-resistant. The American company Bambu creatively assessed all the benefits of this plant and now produces convenient and stylish kitchen utensils - including disposable tableware, which naturally decomposes in nature after a few months. They use bamboo grown without fertilizers and pesticides, which is also collected in the least barbaric way, as evidenced by the corresponding certificate. Glue for dishes is used only that is water-based and does not contain formaldehyde, and bark for trays and plates is collected so that the damage to trees is minimal and can be quickly restored. In general, what captivates us in Bambu products is their amazing combination of fanatical adherence to eco-standards, extremely cheerful color schemes and at the same time, a persistent feeling of high-quality handicraft production, which emanates from any item here. Most likely, it turns out this way because the baskets (on average $21) are weaved by villagers from North Vietnam, and the carpentry is done by Chinese village cooperatives. Well, really, their coconut shell bowls (a set of three with a tray for $52), neatly woven with bamboo shavings and painted in a variety of delicious colors, are worth it. Each is unique in shape and suitable for both cold and hot food, and is also easy to clean warm water with soap. However, if you are especially eco-friendly, you can use the branded Bamboo Goo nourishing product ($12) - a mixture of beeswax and carnauba wax - to care for these kitchen paraphernalia. Where to buy: www.bambuhome.com Nature Babycare Natural Diapers (from $48.99 per pack)
Truly, mother's love- this is great power! Swede Marlene Sandberg wanted to create an environmentally friendly diaper without petroleum products for her future first-born, she thought hard about it, and then sold her share in a law firm and implemented this idea. This was in 1994. It was then that the production of Nature Babycare diapers began, which do not contain chlorine and genetically modified components and can completely decompose in nature. The moisture-absorbing part is made of cellulose obtained from Finnish wood, and the protective film is not just any polyethylene, but natural corn starch. Therefore, when coming into contact with the baby’s skin, eco-diapers do not cause irritation. To bleach them, hydrogen peroxide, which is harmless to humans and nature (especially compared to ordinary chlorine), is used. As a result of the use of all these technologies, diapers and their packaging that have become unnecessary can be safely recycled into regular compost. Where to buy: www.naty.com Hemp blanket "Agro-Hanf" (from 2200 rubles)
A hemp blanket, woven on a loom and dating from the beginning of the 20th century, can be seen in the Mikhailovskoye Local History Museum in the Altai Territory. Several years ago, he was transferred there by a resident of one of the villages located nearby. It looks, frankly, untempting - an exhibit and nothing more. But modern natural bedding made from hemp fibers with the addition of silk, manufactured by the Ukrainian enterprise Agro-Hanf, attracts attention - largely due to its pronounced “green” essence. Raw materials for blankets (from 2200 rubles), pillows (1320 rubles), animal rugs (660 rubles) were not subjected to chemical treatment, were grown using organic technologies (in particular, without the use of pesticides), tested for environmental safety by the Institute of Hygiene and Medical Ecology named after . A. N. Marzeev AMS of Ukraine and therefore suitable, in particular, for allergy sufferers. According to both manufacturers and owners, a hemp blanket accumulates heat and releases it while we sleep, no worse than a wool one. At the same time, it effectively absorbs moisture and does not accumulate dust. Plus, it's easy to machine wash. Where to buy: www.agrohanf.com Naturalamb Lambskin Condoms ($3 each)
It turns out that sex can also be more or less environmentally friendly: for example, Greenpeace adherents call for making love without light and taking a shower with a partner, thus saving natural resources. A slightly different approach to the same issue is carried out by using Naturalamb natural lamb skin condoms. For seventy years now they have been produced by one of the leading American manufacturers in this field - Church & Dwight Company. To produce the product, the caecum of New Zealand lambs is taken - a method known to our distant ancestors. Environmental friendliness in this case is manifested in the fact that these condoms are biodegradable, while ordinary ones, for example latex, having served their brief service, then continue to harm the environment for decades, slowly decomposing. It is believed that for men, products No. 2 made of lamb leather are more comfortable, because they are softer, stronger and, which is also important, “more spacious” than usual. In addition, they are a real salvation for those who are allergic to latex. Their only drawback is that they do not protect against sexually transmitted diseases at all, since the natural membrane is porous. Therefore, only stable monogamous couples can enjoy their benefits. By the way, there are also condoms for vegetarians, in which milk protein is replaced with cocoa and coconut butter. True, for some reason this did not affect their smell. Where to buy: www.naturalamb.com Natural incense gum (from 70 rubles per 100 grams)
The first people to extract the resin from the Boswellia tree and make incense from it were the inhabitants of the Dhufar Valley in South Arabia. From there this incense, valued in ancient times as worth its weight in gold, was taken to Egypt, Babylon and Syria. Today, the resin of Arabian incense trees is still considered to be of the highest quality. Incense from Somalia and Ethiopia is clearly worse, and Indian and Persian ones are even worse. The mechanism for collecting boswellia resin is unchanged and quite simple: trees are cut in different places to release milk-white resin, “leban” in Arabic. Once dried, it is collected and used primarily as incense, but also as a natural anti-inflammatory agent - and also as chewing gum. In the form of small pieces or flatbread, leban can be bought at local African markets or ordered online without leaving anywhere. It not only freshens breath, but also has an antibacterial effect. It has a balsamic smell and a bitter taste, reminiscent of camphor. When bitten, the resin crumbles, cools the tongue, and upon further chewing it becomes elastic and white, like ordinary chewing gum. Where can I buy: In the 21st century, people are seriously thinking about the plight of the environment and ways to improve it. Taking care of your own health, playing sports, eating a healthy diet, clothing and shoes made from organic materials are all important elements of living in an eco-style. Today, many products, things and household items often have a symbol confirming their natural origin and the absence of chemical additives. Eco style in clothing serves as a clear manifestation of concern for a person’s well-being and mood. The popular fashion trend implies the absolute naturalness of things - natural materials, simple cut, natural appearance.
What determines the environmental friendliness of things?
Eco fashion is built on several important principles of its creation:
- no harm to human health;
- careful use of natural resources in the production of basic materials;
- recycling of raw materials;
- reduction of production waste;
- presence of certificates of compliance with environmental standards on fabrics;
- observance of ethnic characteristics, traditional folk techniques in the creation and design of clothing;
- refusal of materials of animal origin obtained as a result of the destruction of animals and birds.
In addition to the fact that eco-style clothing has a positive effect on the human body, it does not harm the environment at all. In the process of growing raw materials, the use of chemicals and fertilizers is eliminated. Plants are collected and processed only by hand without the use of synthetic components. Only those animals that have been fed exclusively organic feed are selected for wool products.
Eco style in clothes (photo)
Character traits current trend find noticeable manifestation at the root of all things.
- Fabrics and materials of only plant or animal origin without additional chemical treatment: cotton, linen, hemp, burlap, wool, lace. Such things create a feeling of lightness and practicality, even if the fabric has a rough texture.
- The cut of the clothes involves simple lines and loose silhouettes. By and large, the shape of things is not of decisive importance, the main thing is that a person feels comfortable in it.
- The color range is provided by natural coloring pigments, creating natural shades of nature. Bright, irritating colors are not allowed in the wardrobe. All shades of brown, beige, gray, and green are considered the main ones. Don't forget about black and white. An organic addition can be blue, yellow, pink tones.
- The decorative design of the ensemble represents ethnic motifs. This is expressed in embroidery, braid, ornaments, appliqués and other types of decoration.
- Jewelry is made exclusively from natural substances. Textiles, yarn, wood, straw, bamboo, and stones are suitable for this.
- Accessories should be in a harmonious color scheme with an eco-friendly image. Objects made in green and white tones look most organic. Textile or wicker bags, straw hats, knitted scarves, and glasses with wooden frames are appropriate here.
Eco-friendly clothing perfectly allows air to pass through, warms you from the cold and protects you from the heat. It does not cause allergies and provides a person with absolute comfort and convenience. Joy and pleasure from natural things contribute to spiritual harmony and unity with nature.
Romantic Eco-style
Over-urbanization modern life has led to people striving in every possible way to be as close to nature as possible. Imbued with the ideas of ecology, we surround ourselves with organic things, eat natural products and we prefer to relax outside the city.
Great opportunity for expression natural beauty and harmony with the surrounding world - a wedding in Eco style. Celebrating a significant event in a picturesque corner of nature creates a light and relaxed atmosphere.
The decoration of a wedding celebration usually involves simple and uncomplicated elements: linen canopy, lace curtains, wooden furniture, wildflowers. Tree stumps, burlap matting, and a small stack of hay will add to the effect.
The bride in a snow-white lace dress with a simple silhouette looks gentle and touching. There are neat balls of pink pearls in the ears and on the neck, and the hairstyle is decorated with small flowers. The groom, wearing a traditional dark pair with a white shirt, is modest and reserved.
A set of necessary attributes, organic materials, and a natural color palette create a real atmosphere of a wedding celebration. Following the Ancients folk traditions penetrates deeply into the usual course of events. Modern Eco-style rightfully becomes a new philosophy of life and a worthy decoration of everyday life.
Most of us are aware of the negative impact of cars, litter and unwise use of resources on environment, but few people think about the impact of the clothes we buy and wear.
Let's start with the materials.
Manufacturers nylon and polyester during processing, a huge amount of nitrous oxide is released into the atmosphere, which, like carbon dioxide, is one of the causes of the greenhouse effect, but with only one difference - it is 300 times more dangerous.
Viscose often made from wood pulp that has been treated with hazardous chemicals.
Cotton has a bad reputation in that it uses more pesticides than other plants. In addition, it requires huge areas for planting, which causes enormous harm to the environment. Dying and bleaching fabrics increases the impact on the environment, as the production process uses a lot of water and chemicals, which often end up in rivers and soil.
In addition to global harm, we primarily harm ourselves. In some places it is less destructive, and in others it clearly affects health.
But there is a reasonable alternative. Ecological clothing. Modern technologies make it possible to make it not only harmless, but also stylish, which is important.
Due to global warming, the demand for green textiles continues to grow, and many manufacturers are switching to environmentally friendly production technologies and fabrics to reduce their negative impact on the environment and create a positive green image.
Quality organic clothing
The quality of organic clothing is generally better than the quality of mass-produced clothing. Organically grown cotton, hemp and flax are being used more and more in textile production. Fabric plants are grown without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides and therefore reduce the risk of groundwater contamination. Such fabrics will also degrade naturally after being thrown away. To increase the strength and lifespan of organic fabrics, the fibers are often blended with other fibers.
Eco-friendly cotton clothing is stronger than clothing made from regular cotton because it is not treated with strong chemicals such as bleaching. Chemically treated fabric becomes much less durable. The bond between the fabric fibers weakens and the lifespan of the garment is significantly reduced. In addition, the fabric made from ecological cotton is softer to the touch and gives a feeling of comfort to our body. To receive the “organic” label, the product must be at least 95% certified organic. To meet the standard, manufacturers must eliminate toxic solvents. heavy metals, genetically modified seeds or chemicals such as formaldehyde. All wastewater must be treated, industries must be recycled, and the bleaches used must be oxygen-based.
Natural fibers made by man
Man-made fibers such as soybean, bamboo, corn or wood pulp can also be used to make clothing.
Bamboo clothing is not much different from cotton in both appearance and feel. But unlike cotton, which can only be grown in certain regions, bamboo grows anywhere. In fact, bamboo is both a herbaceous plant and one of the fastest growing trees on the planet, which is what makes it so widely used. And growing bamboo improves soil quality and can even restore it after erosion. In addition, bamboo has several very useful qualities: it has thermal insulation, that is, it easily retains heat in cold weather, but at the same time provides good ventilation, helping the body stay cool in hot weather. Obviously, bamboo clothing is an excellent choice for sports, and besides, such clothing, cozy and stylish, is simply ideal for active people.
All that remains is to choose: wear clothes or “live” in clothes?
