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About synthetic fibers The textile industry is the second most polluting industry in the world after oil and ironically today more than 70% of our clothes are made of synthetic fibers. The best known are polyester, elastane and acrylic. They are manufactured by chemical synthesis of 2 components of petroleum. It is a kind of plastic in fact. For the record, polyester has long been considered the miracle fiber because it could be worn for 68 days without ironing, it resists shrinkage, stretching, as well as wrinkling and abrasion. These properties are very practical in everyday life, but it is...

How to take care of your wool sweater Merino wool is primarily sought after for the quality of its fibers. They does not sting. It is perfect to face winter since it has thermoregulatory properties and its scaly surface has anti-bacterial properties capable of neutralizing odors. The keratin present in merino wool destroys the bacteria usually responsible for bad odors: it is therefore a wool that requires little washing.   By letting your sweater air out after each intense use, you will eliminate all unpleasant odors and delay washing. When the time comes to wash your sweater, here are the...