The ‘Organic Cotton’ Category...

Why should we consider Organic Cotton clothing?

15 May, 2012

As much as 60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed into our bodies, and children are more at risk as their skin is 5 times thinner. 
Using organically produced garments avoids exposing the body to constant low levels of unnecessary chemicals e.g. Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Parabens and Chemical dyes.
 It is also proven to reduce irritation in sensitive skin.  

Organic Cotton Fact#3

14 May, 2012

Fact #3: The wide variety of chemicals used in the growing and processing of conventional cotton – some 82 of them – only serve to weaken the structure of the fibre and eventual fabric. Organic cotton is more durable.

Organic Cotton Fact#2

10 May, 2012

Fact #2: Did you know that cotton is the world’s most sprayed crop.  According to The Independent 25th Feb 2003:
 ‘Conventional cotton uses 24% of all insecticides and 11% of all pesticides used in the world each year.’  This subsequently poisons the soil and pollutes waterways.  

Is Green the new Black?

19 March, 2012

Below is part of an article from Australia’s wellbeing.com.au discussing why organic fabrics are becoming more popular…  Check out the full article here:  http://www.wellbeing.com.au/article/Greenliving/Features/Is-green-the-new-black_926#.T2bfDLG2qTs.email Friendly fibres Organic cotton Throughout its entire lifecycle, from planting to processing, organic cotton clothing incorporates environmentally sound processes. Organic cotton is non-genetically modified. It’s certified to be grown without the use of any pesticides or herbicides, so it’s meeting consumers’ demands for a clean, green product. Organic cotton was one of the first types of new “green” clothing. However, it does not offer as high

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Natural Dye

8 March, 2012

Natural dyeing has been an age old tradition in India, recent invention of chemical dyes and their excessive usage has caused health related problems. The vegetable dyed and printed fabrics adorned homes not only in India but to the homes of the western world also. The people who are conscious to the environment have been searching for alternatives to synthetic dyes. This has led to the reinvention of natural dyes. Natural dyes are obtained from renewable resources and the usage of these dyes contributes the conservation of nature. As the

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BORNSAGE Organic Baby Clothing

5 May, 2011

Welcome!  BORNSAGE is a boutique organic baby clothing brand.  Our collections are inspired by east-west fusion design with emphasis on simplicity, durability and practicality.  All our clothing adheres to the Global Organic Textile Standards.