10 reasons you should never buy a polyester product again
As we all know, polyester is the most widely used clothing fiber in the world, as it’s cheap and doesn’t crease. But as a synthetic material made from plastic, polyester needs a lot of energy to produce and is highly water- and air-polluting. Nowadays, most fashion brands operate on the “pile them high, sell them cheap” business model, and we are totally buying it!
So here are 10 reasons YOU should never buy a polyester product again:
1. Polyester is a petroleum-based synthetic fiber, making this material a type of plastic.
2. Studies show that polyester products cause infertility in women and sterility and impotence in men.
3. Skin exposure to polyester can cause rashes, eczema, itching, redness, and blistering.
4. With body heat, it is partially dissolved in sweat and is absorbed in our skin, causing heart, liver, kidney, and skin illnesses.
5. Polyester takes about 200 years to decompose!
6. Up to 700,000 polyester microplastic fibers come off in each hot wash, and 60% of those make it to our rivers, ocean, and seafood.
7. Microplastics make about 85% of manmade material found along our ocean shores.
8. The production of polyester globally has doubled since 2000 and is already present in over 69% of the garments we use today.
9. The process is now generating 700 million metric tons of CO2 every year!
10. The reports predict that emissions will double by 2030.
While the ultimate responsibility to break the fast fashion model lies with the producers, we, the consumers, have an important role to play by making better decisions and refusing to buy clothes made with synthetic materials.
Our Solution: 100% Organic Hemp Bucket Hats:
At Gaea Collective, we are committed to making a positive impact through sustainable fashion. Our 100% organic hemp bucket hats are more than just cool accessories; they represent a conscious choice against the fast fashion industry! By opting for our hemp bucket hat, you’re choosing a product that offers countless benefits. Here are just a few of them:
1. Breathable: Enjoy cool, comfortable wear in any weather with our breathable hemp fabric!
2. Naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial: Our hats provide freshness and protection without harmful chemicals, making them the best choice for your skin!
3. Biodegradable: When your hemp bucket hat reaches the end of its life, it naturally decomposes, leaving no harmful waste behind!
It's time to say goodbye to the negative effects of polyester and choose a wardrobe that prioritizes your health and the planet!
Explore our collection of 100% Organic Hemp Bucket hats today and join us on our mission to make a meaningful difference in the world!