Healthy and sustainable: How responsible clothing promotes your well-being.
Much has been written about the positive environmental impact of sustainable clothing, but did you know that sustainable clothing also has a positive impact on your health?
It might not be the first thing you think of, but the facts speak for themselves.
Unlike the conventional clothing industry, no aggressive pesticides or chemicals are used in the cultivation of organic cotton or bamboo. As a result, these substances don’t enter the production process and therefore don’t end up in your clothes. This can help prevent skin irritation and allergies.
Natural fabrics absorb moisture from the skin faster, which helps reduce sweat and bacteria, thereby preventing skin problems.
A quick footnote is needed here: this applies to everyday clothing. If you’re doing sports where you sweat a lot, polyester fabrics are superior; they wick moisture away to the outside air faster and are more comfortable for sports due to their light weight. If you still want to be sustainable, you can buy sportswear made from recycled polyester, such as that supplied by Craft.
Sustainable clothing also means higher quality clothing. The longer clothes last, the fewer waste products enter the environment. Being healthier in a better environment is, of course, something that speaks for itself.
Unlike sustainably produced clothing, fast fashion uses many aggressive, toxic dyes and treatments to make the production process as fast and cheap as possible. It is precisely these substances that cause irritation and skin conditions.
While sustainable clothing might not have a massive direct impact on your health, making a sustainable choice can certainly help. By reducing skin problems and improving your well-being, you’ll definitely lead a healthier life.