Organic cotton hem t-shirt short sleeves

Organic cotton (70%)

Why prefer organic cotton products over classic cotton?

• conventional cotton cultivation has a negative impact on the environment and farmers
• cotton fields occupy less than 3% of the world's arable land, but consume about 25% of all insecticides and 10% of all herbicides
• chemicals that are banned in food production are used extensively for cotton cultivation
• cotton is one of the most genetically modified plants, especially to tolerate above-average doses of chemicals
• about half a kilo of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers are used to make one T-shirt and one jeans
• in the cultivation and production of organic cotton, the use of toxic chemicals that cause poisoning of agricultural workers and damage to the environment, as well as genetically modified organisms, is prohibited
• certified organic cotton farms strive to build a biologically diverse agricultural system and maintain soil fertility in a natural way
• organic cotton is grown alternately with other types of plants, farmers grow 70-90% of rain irrigation during cultivation
• organic cotton consumes up to 10 times less surface water resources
• organic cotton, unlike conventionally grown cotton, does not cause allergic reactions, so it is suitable for children, allergy sufferers, eczema and people with sensitive skin
• organic cotton products are easily degradable in nature and do not harm the environment

Hemp (30%)

Hemp is one of the ecological materials of the future. Hemp textiles do not contain the drug THC. When grown, it consumes up to 3 times less water than cotton, and at about twice the yield of 1 hectare, it does not contribute to soil wear. The plants are undemanding to solar conditions, which allows them to be grown and processed directly in Europe, they grow well even without the use of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides. Hemp fibers are longer than cotton and work better as a UV filter. It is an antistatic material (does not attract dirt) with naturally antibacterial properties. Hemp fabric is very strong and tensile-resistant, compared to cotton, it does not wear out so much when washed or worn, so hemp clothing lasts a long time. It is thus a textile material with enormous potential, which was used in clothing since a thousand years BC and can therefore be considered long-term tested.

Sustainable materials

Made from materials that have been grown and processed with respect for nature, man and the environment.

Vegan

The product does not contain any animal components and no animal suffered during its production. Veganism is a way of life that seeks to eliminate all forms of animal exploitation and cruelty to animals for food, clothing, or any other purpose.

Natural materials

The product was made from natural materials. These products are naturally degradable and degradable in nature. By purchasing these products, you protect our planet from accumulating waste.

OCS blended

The material of the product meets the certification according to OCS blended - Organic Blended Content Standard. This certification guarantees a 5% - 95% content of textile fibers from organic farming in this product.

Fair Wear

Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) certification ensures that a product has been produced in accordance with labour standards and regulations set by the International Labour Organization and the United Nations Declaration on Human Rights. The FWF Code of Labour Practices is based on internationally recognized standards that aim to improve working conditions in textile manufacturing plants.

Ecological product

The product is environmentally friendly.

Eco washing organic cotton

Some recommendations for washing of organic cotton products:

• stains and worse soiled areas are first treated with an ecological product for stains, or soaked in advance
• organic cotton materials will appreciate washing in soap nuts - they remain soft and breathable. Natural soap flakes are also a suitable variant.
• recommended washing temperature 60 ºC
• for white linen we choose a product with ecological bleach (eg sodium percarbonate)
• we do not use fabric softener on natural materials, it settles on the fibers and reduces the absorbency of the fibers
• if other detergents are used, it is advisable to use a rinse aid for the final wash, which rinses the detergent residue from the material and thus keeps the laundry soft and breathable

These are only general recommendations. Usually the product also contains other textile fibers, so the authoritative instructions for treatment are always given on the product label.