Healthy Clothing Materials Guide

Choose the right fabrics for your health and well-being. Learn which materials to embrace and which to avoid.

Best Natural Materials

Organic Cotton

  • • Breathable and hypoallergenic
  • • Free from harmful pesticides
  • • Ideal for sensitive skin
  • • Biodegradable and sustainable

Hemp

  • • Naturally antimicrobial
  • • Gets softer with each wash
  • • Excellent UV protection
  • • Highly sustainable crop

Linen

  • • Highly breathable
  • • Natural temperature regulation
  • • Antibacterial properties
  • • Becomes stronger when wet

Materials to Avoid

Synthetic Materials Concerns

Polyester

  • • Made from plastic (petroleum)
  • • Traps moisture and bacteria
  • • Can release microplastics
  • • Poor breathability

Nylon

  • • Synthetic petroleum-based fiber
  • • Can cause skin irritation
  • • Environmental concerns
  • • Poor moisture management

Healthy Clothing Practices

Choosing Clothes

  • • Look for GOTS-certified organic materials
  • • Choose natural dyes when possible
  • • Prioritize breathable fabrics
  • • Consider the climate and activity

Care Instructions

  • • Use natural, fragrance-free detergents
  • • Avoid fabric softeners
  • • Air dry when possible
  • • Wash new clothes before wearing

Additional Resources

For more information about healthy clothing materials and sustainable fashion, consider these resources:

  • • Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification
  • • Environmental Working Group's textile guides
  • • Sustainable fashion directories

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