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Why You Should Throw Out Your Polyester (And What To Replace It With)
How much do you know about the fabric that probably makes up most of your closet?
By Hana Tilksew3 min read
Take a look in your closet and read the composition labels on your favorite items. Chances are they’re made of polyester. And it’s not just our clothes – our accessories and bedding are often made of polyester too. We’ve gotten so used to living with this material that most of us don’t even bother asking what it is.
Americans turn a blind eye to staggering amounts of toxins in their daily lives: seed oils in food, endocrine disruptors in makeup and candles, and, yes, polyester. You might not think of clothing as a potential toxin, but the proof is in the pudding. Here’s why you should say goodbye to this textile ASAP.