Organic clothing
By purchasing clothes that are organic, you accomplish several goals. First, you prevent chemicals from fertilizers and pesticides from being introduced into the environment. Chemicals from fertilizers and pesticides are responsible for damage to the ecosystems directly near farms and plantations, as well as damage to ecosystems that are downstream of the growing sites. A notable example of this is the dead zones in the Gulf of Mexico, which is further agitated by the use of nitrogen and phosphorous heavy fertilizers which run off into the rivers. In addition to this, some of the pesticides used cause damage to endangered species, such as bald eagles.
When you decide to buy clothes that are organic, you need to determine if you want your clothing to follow under Fair Trade regulations. Fair Trade, or the assurance that all workers in the manufacturing process are given fair compensation for their effort and work, is a growing trend, especially among those who are interested in organic products. Fair Trade, coupled with Organics, is believed by many to be an excellent way to encourage the planet’s sustainability. The downside to this is that Fair Trade goods are typically more expensive than other items, as the cost of production is increased. When you couple this with the fact that organic cotton is more expensive than those exposed to fertilizers and pesticides, the price can be notably higher.
In addition to not using pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, clothes that are organic are less likely to irritate the skin. This is due to the fact that harmful additives, typically used to prevent wrinkles, are not added to the clothing. Formaldehyde, the primary bonder used in wrinkle-less cotton is a known allergen, irritant and is known to cause deformities in infants and cancer. While the levels of formaldehyde found in non-organic clothing poses little threat to humans, those with allergies can suffer unpleasant side effects should they be exposed. Formaldehyde is banned in cosmetics in Sweden and Japan.
Because clothes that are organic lack anti-wrinkle chemicals, you may find that caring for your new clothes can be challenging. However, there are organic products designed to lower the hassles of caring for organic clothing. Once you have purchased clothes crafted of organic materials, you will want to use gentle, organic laundry soaps. Harsh chemicals and lower the durability of soft fabrics like natural cotton. Also, these soaps are biodegradable and leave no lasting damage to the environment.
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