Not only does it kill beneficial organisms, it introduces harmful toxins into your soil and plants.

Researchers at University of Toronto Engineering have observed that handwashing synthetic fabrics in water with higher total dissolved solids (TDS) leads to more microplastic fibers (MPF) being ...

Modal is a semi-synthetic fabric adored for its softness, ease of care, and—more importantly—biodegradability. Because the fabric is quite breathable, it is often used in garments designed for comfort ...

The Woolmark Company has launched an anti-synthetic fiber campaign to raise awareness of the use of fossil fuels in textiles and promote wool as a natural, renewable alternative. The adverts will go ...

Overhead view of woman laying on pile of fast fashion clothing with skeptical expression. Polyester is everywhere, from that beautiful forest-green waterproof parka to that soft, silky lingerie. Gone ...

Cotton has long been a staple in fashion, but the rise of cheap, mass-produced clothing — known as 'fast fashion' — has led many consumers to buy cheaper, synthetic fabrics. Now, there’s now a growing ...

If you have eczema, you may have observed that your skin goes through unexplainable phases of flare-ups at times. You did not change your skincare routine; your diet is the same, and yet the itching, ...

Nisa Salim is national chair of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) Carbon Division. The Bureau of Meteorology has warned Australia is facing one of the hottest summers on record. As the ...