The Problem with Toxic Dyes
Color and color retention, a defining characteristic, can play a part in reckless production methods. The sad reality is that many dyes used to create clothing are not only toxic for the environment but also harmful for people. Toxic chemicals have become too common in the apparel industry. Formaldehyde is a common ingredient in certain toxic dyes. The leading global certification for this is the OEKO-TEX Standard 100. Acquiring this certification verifies apparel safety and offers trust through independent third-party certification.
Sustainably Dyed and Treated
At Inhale Joi, we our premium products are dyed and treated using sustainable practices. Our premium line is sustainable and made with the highest quality with no compromises when it comes to sustainability; down to the detail of our dyes used in our garments.
What are OEKO-TEX® Fabrics?
OEKO-TEX is the global leader in certifying against harmful substances in clothing. From the coating on the zippers to the print that is on the garment, every component goes through the testing process to ensure its safety. With everything that goes into producing garments, it is imperative that all apparel components are examined when going the extra step to give the consumer confidence and accreditation of quality. This ensures that no part of the garment is harmful to human or environmental health. Being certified through the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 plays a part in our products being made with certified organic cotton that we certify through GOTS. GOTS is a highly respected global certification. Any product with the trademarked GOTS certification, can believe 100% in the nature of the product being 100% certified organic. This is important because without independent third party certifications, companies can just claim baseless facts about their products. The OEKO-TEX Standard 100 within GOTS is imperative because it is often a standard that is overlooked, safe color dyes. We value this standard and all of our other certifications as we want to offer our customers luxury 100% organic cotton clothing.
Staying Transparent about Sustainability
The importance of transparency in supply chains has never been more valued than right now. Trends for consumers caring about sustainability are rising but they do not always lead to companies making the right changes. These new expectations have lead to false claims being made about being sustainable just to align with consumer wants and without putting in the efforts to actually implement change in their production process. This strategy is called greenwashing, and can be seen throughout many companies in the apparel industry. It is important to understand the reality of this strategy so that one can be cautious. Implementing real sustainable practices in an apparel business aligns directly with curating a high quality garments. Usually luxury and sustainability are mutually exclusive in the apparel industry, as sustainability has become expected in the luxury space.