Our Lyocell is made from eucalyptus trees that don't need much water, any pesticides, or even healthy soil, it's an environmentally friendly material. It also takes less water to produce than cotton and 99% of the chemicals used in the processing can be recovered and recycled. This ecological fibre is soft and smooth to the touch and eliminates moisture. It also has the exceptional ability to adapt to temperature fluctuations.
Our organic cotton is certified by ICEA and GOTS which means that it is natural grown with methods that combine old and new knowledge to reduce the impact of the agricultural activities on the environment and the health of the farmers. It guarantees social equity and respect of the workers basic right all along the production chain, recognizing correct salaries and respectable environmental conditions. It ensures that the dyeing technologies and process reduce pollution and preserve the water resources and guarantee non-toxicity in contact with skin.
]]>I recommend alternatives like hanging it in your bathroom while showering, airing it at an open window or hanging it next to your heating in the winter.
When you do wash your knits make sure you set the washing machine on a short, low temperature wool or hand-wash cycle. Turn the garments inside out to prevent peeling and wash your knits in a protective laundry bag if possible. (You can wash Organic Cotton and Lyocell up to 60 degrees but to protect the fibre and reduce the energy consumption I do not recommend that.)
Lay down the knits on a dry towel and let them dry flat, naturally away from direct sunlight. Our knits rarely need ironing, as the fibre is naturally resistant to wrinkles. Using a steam iron on the wool setting does help the garment to get back in its original shape.
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