More than 90 million tons of fabric are discarded annually [1]. And it’s no secret that fast fashion has, unfortunately, become the primary fashion model for decades. The increasing uptake in fashion consumption has created intersectional issues surrounding not only disposal but production and ethics as well. With the knowledge that our clothes can make …
Sustainable products are predominantly made and marketed to women [1]. While there are sustainable and ethical fashion brands for men, we cannot deny that the bulk of the sustainability narrative is often geared toward women. However, positive changes over a decade have really begun to even out the accessibility of sustainable and ethical fashion for …
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From chewsticks to boar hair bristles, variants of tooth brushing tools have been around for thousands of years. Today, the classic plastic toothbrush has become one of our best friends, yet also an insidious plastic enemy. Around a billion plastic toothbrushes are thrown away each year in the United States alone [1]. And every year, …
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We spend around a third of our entire life sleeping or at least attempting to do so [1]. And for most of us, curling up in our favorite pair of flannel pajama pants is a great way to cap the night and get some rest. What better way to do that than by ensuring your …
It might come as a bit of a surprise that there is a market for vegan rain boots. After all, most rubber rain boots are already fully vegan and are water-resistant without the need for animal products. Rain boots are unique in the shoe industry as they typically do not need any leather since leather …
The rise in the popularity (and necessity) of work-from-home set-ups has inspired many to try things that help with our sedentary lifestyles. Over the last few years, yoga has become a widespread practice in wellness and meditation, and the yoga mat is often a central piece in any approach. But many issues can come up …
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Finding innovative vegan combat boots respectful of the earth isn’t as difficult as you might think! More and more brands are coming out with vegan options, and we are totally in at Puratium to promote and support these eco-brands. Granted, there is still a huge gap between how sustainable the industry now vs. what it …
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Peace silk, otherwise known as ahimsa silk, is a fabric many sustainable brands use as a non-violent alternative to conventional silk. As we’ll soon find out, silk production is actually pretty scary. The silkworm dies in the process while it hasn’t even spread its wings yet. But as we dug deeper into what peace silk …
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Great quality sleep is a non-negotiable. We spend nearly a third of our day asleep, and the lack of it can cause stress and decrease our quality of life. However, buying a great pillow doesn’t have to mean giving up your core values! The good news is that there are many organic pillows available today …
Weddings are some of the most memorable experiences a person can have. And engagement and wedding rings are lifetime mementos of the experiences and promise a wedding entails. Because rings last a lifetime, we must purchase them from the most sustainable sources(i.e., sustainable wedding rings). Your wedding band should be a symbol of love, not …
The world of fast fashion and weekly collection releases has created (and exacerbated) numerous environmental and social issues. This is evidenced by the fact that around 92 million tonnes of textile waste are generated each year globally [1]. But we don’t really have to subscribe to the idea that fashion is inherently wasteful and unethical …
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Prized for their versatility, modal and cotton are frequently compared to each other across different characteristics. Similar yet very different fabrics, they are often used for intimates like undies and for household items like bedsheets because of their softness and breathability. And in this article, we will uncover the main differences between modal and cotton …