3 Ways to Avoid Plastic in Clothing
Over 60% of the clothing produced worldwide comes from fossil fuel-derived resources including petroleum-based chemicals and products (1).
Of course, you’ll see this a lot in fabrics, such as polyester and spandex. Swap these synthetics out for organic, plant-based fibers.
In addition to fabric, many textile dyes are a waste product of the oil industry (2). Look for brands that use botanical and food-based dyes instead.
Lastly, many fabrics are treated with plastic-based coatings to make them sweat-resistant and antimicrobial. Avoid clothing labeled as 'resistant'.
References:
Synthetics. Textile Exchange. (2023, January 3). https://textileexchange.org/synthetics/
Rev-en-vert. (2023, June 28). REV On Air: The Effects of Textiles on Health and Planet with Michel May of AIZOME. Spotify. https://spotify.link/jUGACFQdOBb