There are many sustainable clothing options available that respect both people and the planet, but when it comes to sustainable and comfortable lingerie we have very less options. Because we need some type of artificial material to make cloth stretchable. Women have to change lingerie frequently to maintain proper body hygiene. But it takes 200+ years for them to get decomposed.
Most of the lingerie is made up of artificial materials like Nylon, Polyester, Spandex, and elastic. Plastic straps and sponge pads are used for bras and also there are some silicon nipple patches available that take more than 500 years to decompose. Also, most of the lingerie is downcycled as recycling is not easy as they are a mix of fibers, including elastane and some other fibers like cotton or spandex.
Material | Decomposition Time |
Nylon | 30-40 Years |
Spandex | 20-200 Years |
Denim | 10-12 Months |
Acrylic | 200 Years |
Elastic | 80-100 Years |
Lenin | 2 Weeks |
Wool | 1-5 Years |
Bamboo | 1 Year |
Hemp | 2 Weeks |
Cotton | 1 Week - 5 Months |
Silk | 4 Years |
We should always consider the biodegradable age of materials before buying them. We can go for cotton or Lenin garments instead of synthetic materials. It is good for both our bodies and the planet's health. Here you can find some sustainable lingerie options available.
Top 5 ecofriendly clothing options.
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