Science shows that clothing can release PFAS, phthalates, bisphenols, heavy metals, and microplastics that migrate into sweat and absorb through skin. Heat and moisture accelerate this chemical migration.
This is HIGH PRIORITY because people spend roughly a third of their lives in these garments, often sweating, with prolonged skin contact throughout the night.
Laurel recommends sleepwear made from natural fibers such as organic cotton, linen, silk, and wool. We allow some spandex for stretch, but there are plenty of 100% natural fiber options.
Laurel avoids sleepwear made from synthetic materials (polyester, nylon) and semi-synthetic materials (rayon, modal, viscose, lyocell).
Tip: This is one of the easiest swaps to make -- comfortable organic cotton pajamas are widely available, and you only need a few pairs.
Science showsclothing can release PFAS, phthalates, bisphenols, heavy metals, and microplastics that migrate into sweat and absorb through skin. Heat and moisture accelerate this chemical migration.
Laurel recommends sleepwear made from natural fibers such as organic cotton, linen, silk, and wool. We allow some spandex for stretch, but there are plenty of 100% natural fiber options.
Laurel avoids sleepwear made from synthetic materials (polyester, nylon) and semi-synthetic materials (rayon, modal, viscose, lyocell).
Tip: This is one of the easiest swaps to make -- comfortable organic cotton pajamas are widely available, and you only need a few pairs.