Why choose organic cotton?
Cotton is the most widely used natural fiber for textile production . Your favorite T-shirt, a colorful sweatshirt, or your favorite bed linen - most likely they are all made of cotton. Lately, however, you have often heard the term "organic cotton " . Just as organic foods have become increasingly popular in the last decade, organic cotton is also starting to gain more and more followers. But let's see what are the differences between regular and organic cotton .
Conventional cotton
Conventional cotton is considered the dirtiest crop in the world, due to the fact that pesticides and synthetic fertilizers are used in the production process. All these dangerous chemicals, considered very toxic , massively affect the environment. Moreover, they also affect us. With every wear, our skin absorbs these toxic chemicals present in textile products. Fortunately, just as we have begun to rediscover “organic food”, we are also discovering “organic cotton” .
Organic cotton
Organic cotton is grown using natural methods such as crop rotation , which brings numerous benefits to both the soil and the environment. Organic cotton cultivation involves the use of methods that restore and maintain soil fertility, reduce the use of pesticides, and support the environment and human health. Under no circumstances is the use of genetically modified cotton seeds or other chemicals allowed. Independent certification bodies verify compliance with these rules. Farming communities also benefit from ethical working conditions and a higher quality of life.
Organic cotton certification
Although recently there are companies that have added various labels to cotton textile products, such as green, eco, eco-friendly, you should know that this does not mean that they are made from organic cotton . Cotton is only organic if it is certified ! The most important independent certification standard is GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard). They follow the path of organic cotton textile compositions and ensure that they are processed in a fair and sustainable way. The next time you are looking for an organic cotton t-shirt, make sure it has the label below.
Organic Cotton VS Conventional Cotton
| Organic cotton | Conventional cotton |
| Natural, non-genetically modified (non-GMO) cotton seeds | Cotton seeds treated with chemicals. |
| Healthy soil, crop rotation is used. No pesticides are used | They use pesticides and insecticides to treat the soil. Synthetic fertilizers are used |
| Natural defoliation | Chemically induced defoliation |
| Dyeing with fiber reagents or natural dyes | Coloring using heavy metals and sulfur |
| Painting with heavy metal-free, water-based pigments | Petroleum-based pigments or pigments containing heavy metals |
| Respecting communities by ensuring a safe, healthy working environment with decent wages | Communities are not taken into account, farms and factories can be dangerous and unhealthy. Possible use of underage workers. |
The advantages of using organic materials in textile production worldwide:
- 91% less water used ;
- 46% lower impact on global warming ,
- no pesticides are used ;
- no genetically modified organisms are used ;
- no heavy metals are used .
- no chemicals are used during harvesting.
Why choose organic cotton clothes?
- Softer fabric than classic cotton
- You will feel better in the heat.
- You'll save money - although organic cotton products are more expensive, they are much more effective in terms of durability. The fiber is not treated so it will be much harder to damage, and it will withstand successive washes much better.
- It is non-toxic and hypoallergenic.
MARSAY - sustainable materials, responsible production, care for the environment.
Since the conception of the streetwear collection , #BEYOURSELF , we have aimed to use only certified organic cotton , merino wool and recycled polyester as raw materials. GOTS guarantees that organic cotton fabrics are truly present in the manufacture of the products. That is why all our certified organic products will have this mentioned on the label. In addition to using organic cotton, all prints are made with water-based dyes , which do not contain heavy metals. So you can rest assured - your future printed sweatshirt from MARSAY is made with care for the environment and people . It is not a social responsibility campaign, it is simply how we see the future in fashion : sustainable textiles , responsible production and care for the environment !
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