With synthetic fabrics polluting all corners of the Earth, sustainable brands are transforming biodegradable materials, like cotton and wool, into innovative eco-friendly textiles.

A new study tracked the ability of natural, synthetic, and blended fabrics to biodegrade directly in the ocean.

Synthetic fabrics are inherently wrinkle resistant. Natural fibres are more prone to wrinkles but can be chemically treated on the fabric surface during manufacturing to make them wrinkle resistant.

Tech & Science Inside fast fashion brands' love affair with uncomfortable, synthetic, and slow-to-biodegrade fabrics By Stacker Published September 19, 2024 ...

Fabrics like wool, polyester, nylon, rayon, spandex, and acrylic are some of the biggest culprits when it comes to skin irritation. While they may serve practical purposes, they can trigger rashes, ...

Researchers say they have successfully made a synthetic version of polar bear fur that is not only lighter than cotton but also warmer.

That new fabric idea comes in the form of a new all-natural cotton performance fabric meant to provide a sustainable, non-synthetic approach to performance apparel.