Here, we'll outline the main benefits and advantages of organic cotton bedding...
Conventional cotton farming accounts for more than 50% of global textile production and is among the most polluting industries in the world, accounting for 24% of the total volume of insecticides and 10% of pesticides, according to the World Health Organization. Globally, 64% of cotton is genetically modified (source: ISAAA, 2016). In light of these alarming figures, organic cotton farming has gained momentum in recent years and now represents a solid and viable alternative to conventional cotton. Here are three reasons to choose organic cotton bedding.
Organic cotton bedding is eco-friendly
Unlike conventional cotton (and all other non-organic materials, for that matter), organic cotton is produced without pesticides, insecticides, or other harmful substances that contaminate and deplete the soil. It thus helps preserve the soil and the surrounding biodiversity.
Furthermore, organic cotton is said to require less water than conventional cotton. In a dedicated article, MARS-ELLE explains that the difference between organic and conventional cotton lies not so much in overall water requirements, but rather in the amount of water needed for watering and irrigation. The vast majority of conventional cotton is grown in areas with dry soil (little rainfall). It therefore requires a greater amount of water from watering and irrigation, resulting in a much larger water footprint.
By choosing organic cotton bedding, you are helping to drive the transition toward more responsible business practices.
Organic cotton bedding is ethically produced
Conventional cotton is chemically treated at virtually every stage of its production (cultivation, spinning, fabric processing, dyeing, etc.). As a result, people working in the production of conventional cotton are exposed to high levels of toxic substances on a repeated basis, which can seriously harm their health.
In the production of organic cotton, all of that is left behind. No more heavy metals, pesticides, insecticides, fungicides, or toxic and carcinogenic chemicals and dyes.
Buying organic cotton bedding is therefore a way to support manufacturers committed to providing good working conditions for their employees. It is a truly ethical choice.
Organic cotton is healthy
Safe for producers, safe for consumers…And yes, along the same lines, since it’s not chemically treated, organic cotton bedding poses no risk to your skin or your overall health. It’s hypoallergenic.
Organic cotton bedding is therefore especially recommended for people with sensitive needs (babies and young children, people with sensitive skin or respiratory conditions, etc.), although everyone, of course, can enjoy its benefits and softness.
In conclusion, organic cotton bedding is more expensive to purchase, but its price is justified by the measures taken at every stage of its production to protect our environment and the health of workers and consumers. The purchase price of conventional cotton is often lower, but behind it lie harms or consequences that can be considerable (soil pollution, worker health, etc.) as well as many other negative externalities that are difficult to quantify.
We hope you enjoyed this article.
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The Kipli Team