Hi, ladies! Did you know that your choice of clothing can have a big impact on your health and the environment? Today we want to tell you about certified organic cotton and why it matters so much to us and our world. And why at masmi.com.pl it’s the foundation of our products.
Benefits for your skin
In today’s world, where so many textile products are filled with synthetic fibers and chemicals, skin can suffer from irritation, allergies and other issues. Organic cotton is grown without harmful pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, so it doesn’t transfer those chemicals to your skin. That means your skin stays healthy and free from unnecessary irritation.
Research, like that from Panaprium, suggests that organic cotton is clean, soft and breathable, making it ideal for sensitive skin. The absence of chemicals prevents irritation and allergies, which is especially important for women using hygiene products such as pads with wings or period underwear. The longer fibers of organic cotton, as mentioned on Fabrics Galore, provide greater softness and comfort, which is key for everyday wear.
Benefits for the environment
Conventional cotton is one of the most resource-intensive crops. It requires large amounts of water and chemicals, causing serious environmental damage. For example, growing one conventional cotton shirt can use up to 2,700 liters of water — as much as a person drinks in three years!
Organic cotton is grown more sustainably. It uses less water and avoids harmful chemicals, significantly reducing water and soil pollution. In addition, organic farming supports biodiversity, helps maintain healthy soils and can sequester carbon from the atmosphere, as noted by the Soil Association. Organic farms create soils that act like sponges, storing water during floods and retaining it during droughts — crucial in the face of climate change.
Brand commitment
During your period, what you choose matters greatly for your health and comfort. Menstrual products, like pads, tampons or period underwear, are in direct contact for many hours with sensitive areas such as the vagina and vulva. Research, like the work shared by the Period Education Project, suggests the vagina can absorb substances, meaning chemicals from conventional products may potentially enter the body, leading to irritation or long-term health issues. At masmi.com.pl we are proud that our products are made from 100% certified organic cotton. But that’s not all — we also hold several prestigious certifications that confirm our commitment to ethics and sustainability:
- ICEA: A certificate from the Institute for Ethical and Environmental Accreditation guaranteeing that our business practices are ethical and eco-friendly, as explained by ICEA.
- GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard): The highest standard for organic textiles, covering the entire supply chain from cotton cultivation to final product manufacturing, ensuring all stages are environmentally and socially responsible, according to Simple Ecology.
- FSC (Forest Stewardship Council): Although FSC is usually associated with forest products, for us it applies to packaging. This means our packaging is made from paper from sustainably managed forests, an extra step toward protecting the environment, as stated by FSC.
- VEGAN: This certification confirms our products contain no animal-derived ingredients and were not tested on animals — ideal for vegans and those concerned with animal welfare, per the Vegan Society.
- COTTON NATURAL: This certificate highlights the natural quality of our cotton, free from genetic modification and chemicals.
- NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS: As the name indicates, our products have not been tested on animals, important for animal lovers and ethical consumers.
Each of these certifications is proof of our commitment to creating products that are not only good for your skin, but also for our planet and our ethics. It’s especially notable that the FSC certification, usually linked to forest products, applies to our packaging, further supporting environmental protection.
