Nowadays there are more organic products, this is because a large part of consumers are already more than informed and aware of the products they are going to buy. But in case you have not found out yet, now we will explain a little more about this topic in the textile field.
Do you know what a t-shirt costs?
A T-shirt made with conventional cotton implies a water consumption of 2700 L, only for one, based on this data, the 25% insecticides and 10% of pesticides worldwide only in their plantations. Starting from this, the 75% of the seeds used are genetically modified for a greater obtaining of the product.
Organic Cotton and its advantages over conventional cotton
We call organic cotton to cotton which has not been altered, sprayed with pesticides / insecticides and treated with chemicals. Being this very beneficial in all areas since it favors the small farmer, with its plantation we favor the planet and the person who wears it does not run any risk.
What alternatives do I have?
In addition to organic cotton, there are many materials for creating textiles.
Recycled Polyester
It reuses existing material which does not waste energy and reduces CO emissions by 75%2. It is a point to take into account since it collects existing material and has no environmental impact because there are no emissions generated by the creation process.
Hemp
It does not use so much water for its development and to have properties antimicrobial y anticotics makes it an option to consider. It can also be grown very well without toxins, it can be indigenous and does not need a lot of space for its cultivation.
Bamboo
Es stronger than cotton or polyester and very resistant to humidity. It is pleasant to the touch, hypoallergenic, breathable, biodegradable, absorbent, protects 98% of UV rays and equal to hemp it has antimicrobial and antotic properties
Said the most used alternatives, there are still more in low profile such as Linen, the Ramie, Corn Fibers or Kapok. Also if they are getting from sustainable forests Tencel y Modal.
Information sources
Greenpeace I carry out several investigations to raise people's awareness of the pollution caused by this sector and although time has passed, these are data to take into account. Said investigations have been compiled in two bulletins posted on its page: «Non-Toxic Fashion«(2006) and«Dirty rags«(2011).
And if you want a more graphic explanation, WWF y National Geographic They have an explanatory video that we leave you below ↓↓↓
IN SHOP
Obviously Rafasshop is not far behind offering ECO products from Roly and Stamina.
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