If we take a decision to have fabrics which is devoid of any chemicals we will be one among many to be instrumental for avoiding many negative impacts which are having far reaching consequences. The notable among them is that we are taking the first step to remove the harmful chemicals from the fertilizers and pesticides at our surroundings which are directly responsible for altering the ecosystem.
The harmful elements flow down stream from the cotton plantations are causing havoc along the way. The dead zones of Gulf of Mexico are a prime example of how the damage can be caused due to heavy pollution of chemicals which goes into the rivers. It not only making the fertile lands into barren one but also causing permanent damage to the endangered species.
Having taken a decision to go for only clothes that is organic or in other words without chemicals,we have to also take into account that the clothing which you are going to have,has to pass the test of fair trade regulations. The fair trade is nothing but to ensure legally and ethically that the workers who are engaged in the production of these items are treated fairly and their remunerations are in commensurate with their efforts
In fact,we can easily assume that it is the only way to maintain the sustainable growth of our earth. May be there is a negative side in the Fair Trade Regulations,i.e. the cost of production of these products will be increased. The reason being that the products supported with chemical fertilizers give a faster growth and those with natural ingredients can only give a steady growth which is more sustainable
The use of pesticides and fertilizers are less in the products of organic fabric and it also avoids greatly the irritation of the skin,a common disorder coming under allergic reactions. This causes mainly due to the use of certain addictives which are being used for a wrinkle free look of the fabric. The chemical,Formaldehyde which is the prime ingredient as a bonder for the wrinkle free look of the fabric is a known irritant prompting the allergic attack. It also causes other problems even leading to cancer at certain cases.
As a general rule the present acceptable level of formaldehyde may not be that harmful for a vast majority of humans,but it does give a harmful impact to those who are susceptible to allergies. The countries like Japan and Sweden have already banned formaldehyde in cosmetics.
It is the chemicals which make the fabrics wrinkle free look. So the absence of such chemicals will indeed pose problems and challenges for maintaining organic clothing. But thankfully there are products of organic origins to reduce the problems of maintaining organic fabrics.
We have now organic detergents which give durability and wrinkle free look for the fabric. They are bio degradable substances which give no permanent impact on the eco systems.
Timothy Greensland
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