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Thank you so much for your comment and for sharing this video!

Hi there! Thank you so much for your comment!

Either cotton, or wool including gabardine is good for making clothes and wear comfortably. Polyesters on the other hand repels water but makes you stink up more especially if you have to deal with hyperhidrosis.

Thank you for your comment! It's good to know that more people are conscious about their wardrobe decisions.

Hi there, unfortunately, we are not suppliers at this moment. Thank you for considering us!

Hi! Thank you for your comment. The water is cold, and the ratio of dye to water is 5% (w/w).

@@ecoayamedia thank you! 5% dye/water i take it.

Thank you for your nice comment! 🤍

Hey, thanks for sharing your concerns. It's great that you're researching materials and being conscious of your choices! It is best to look for alternative materials, like clothing made from natural fibers like organic cotton, wool, or linen.

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Yes, plastic is everywhere as you mention, but we can start replacing it in our daily choices and clothes.

Yes! Really necessary.

Hi Andreea, thank you for your concern. The seashell we are using is in fact a Mussell species, and the shells are collected as a byproduct of the food industry. So, it can be said that they are not killed directly for their shell, and the shell would go to waste if it weren’t for the use we make of them.

I understand! Thanks for clarifying

Hi there! thanks for your comment! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns. But we must inform you that shearing animals like alpacas and sheep is actually healthy for them. Not shearing them can lead to overheating, skin infections, and even flystrike, and it's considered animal cruelty when not sheared. It's important to remember that there are many factors to consider when making ethical choices, and it's not always a simple black-and-white issue. As you mentioned, polyester, while vegan, contributes to the microplastic pollution problem in our oceans, and affects fish as well.

@@ecoayamedia Thank you for your reply. You are right, just because it is vegan, it doesn’t mean it is good for the planet. However, when it comes to using animals, there is often a lot of greenwashing. Peruvian alpaca wool received a lot of bad publicity last year because of cruelty to the animals, and many fashion producers stopped using it. So perhaps you need to make your own stance clearer. Wool is usually a co-product, not a by-product, of the meat industry, and causes a lot of methane as well. I just think, when companies set themselves out as being sustainable and ethical, they should address all issues. Thank you.

@@greengreengreenorg Yes, that is a good point that we need to create a better life for the alpacas and sheep. Also, part of them having a healthier life is to shear their wool since they will get sick if they are not sheared. However, to fully understand what is sustainable we would need to understand how the fiber of a garment is created, the usage of the garment, and the end life of the garment. For example, polyester is created from petroleum, and oil rigs have been known to disrupt wildlife and contaminate their environment. Recycled polyester has issues of releasing microplastics and can only be recycled a few times. For organic cotton, although it is free of pesticides and plastics, the garment itself absorbs moisture creating bacteria which means you would need to wash it after use. Organic cotton also does not insulate or keep you warm in very cold conditions. Wool rarely needs to be washed since it's anti-bacterial fiber and has insulating properties. Both organic cotton and wool biodegrade naturally unlike polyester and recycled polyester. There are man-made natural fibers like lyocell and rayon; however, many chemicals are used to process these fibers into yarn. Our idea wouldn't be to stop using wool because that would mean to stop shearing the animal which is unethical; but, to keep pushing for better animal care. There are certificates out there like RAS (Responsible Alpaca Standard) and RWS (Responsible Wool Standards) that are meant to create better regulations for these animals, but even with this, we don't believe it's enough. We believe sustainability is a mindset and as we grow as a company, we will keep pushing the sustainability boundaries like trying to get better animal care.

@@ecoayamedia Thank you for your reply, and your efforts. And I think we both agree, there is no place in fashion for any kind of plastic, even recycled.

hi there! we are currently not selling our raw materials.

Hi there, thank you for your comment. Actually, there are rain jackets made of wool. Here is a brand that offers some options for water-resistance jackets: www.woolmark.com/performance/merino-wool-outer-layers/

Hi Daniel! Thank you so much for your comment. We would like to answer you with all the information we have had access to: 1. While there isn't conclusive proof of the direct effects of microplastics on human health, scientists have found that plastics can carry bacteria, potentially causing health issues. Studies have definitively shown that phthalates, found in plastics, negatively affect our reproductive health. Environmentally, the main issue is that plastics don't biodegrade, leading to overflowing landfills and polluted waterways. 2. This is true. While organic cotton doesn't release microplastics and is biodegradable, it's less durable. Additionally, cotton isn't ideal for hot weather. Note that polyester, though potentially warmer, traps moisture, promoting bacterial growth. 3. Let's not forget the environmental impact of polyester production. It starts with petroleum extraction, requiring disruptive infrastructure and potentially causing oil spills and carbon emissions. Animal welfare is a valid concern, especially regarding merino sheep and goats. However, it’s important to remember that alpacas and sheep require regular shearing for their own health.

While we have no definitive proof of how microplastics affect our health in he long run, two basic questions always remain (whether it's plastics in our bodies or pumping CO2 into the atmosphere and so on): - do we act now with the assumption that it may be more damaging as time goes on? - or do we not do anything and find out only when it's too late? We naturally didn't have microplastics in our bodies and generally I wouldn't want them there.

Hi! Thank you for your comment. Well, it's more than that, besides reducing plastic bags, there are plastic bottles, plastic in clothing (polyester), and many more plastic-based products that end up harming the environment and our health.

I wish they'd go back to paper sacks and boxes

Hey! Thank you for leaving a comment. We know polyester clothes, or any other plastic-free materials used to produce clothing, release microplastics which we breathe in. You can check our video interviewing Dr. Dick Vethaak, he explains more about this: ua-cam.com/video/4WDNzyCWikc/v-deo.htmlsi=G4KBLUlt17W57wx1

Thank you for your interest! However, if you dispose of the item, it's going to release microplastics into the environment. Probably the best option would be upcycling because the material is being reused, instead of making a new fabric.

It might seem too late, but you can always start with your habits and modify your lifestyle to prevent as many illnesses as possible.

hi there! we use sodium hydrosulfite.

I just discovered all my bedding was made of polyester. Went to the store and purchased all cotton bedding. Can't believe I've been sleeping surrounded by plastic for years.

Same too

Cotton nightgown, percale sheets and a cotton quilt

Hi there! Yes of course we are a real company, what is your order number, please?

You're totally right, looking for long-lasting athletic clothing while being a sustainable option at the same time is complicated and complex. However, we recommend you look for blends with more natural fiber, and less spandex, or any other synthetic fiber.

Thank you!

Yes, there is so much valuable information that needs to reach more people. Thank you, we truly appreciate your support! 🙏