Hemp is a textile material that offers several advantages. At Marie fil, hemp is used in the manufacture of menstrual panties, washable sanitary napkins and cotton pads. It is an ecological natural fiber with multiple properties. Why talk about it? Because lately he's been in the shadow of the bamboo!
Bamboo textiles... Not so ecological!
Bamboo is the first name when it comes to talking about ecological fabrics. It is generally offered as a green alternative to cotton and other man-made fibers. According to the magazine Protégez-vous , bamboo is not as ecological as one would think. Despite its rapid growth and its cultivation which requires little fertilizer and pesticides, the use of bamboo becomes more complicated when its transformation is targeted. The transformation of bamboo into textile fiber is very polluting. It is anything but eco-friendly! During its transformation, many chemicals that generate pollutants are used to produce rayon fiber from bamboo pulp. It is with this paste that we can create bamboo textiles as we can see on the market.
No natural bamboo in products from Canada
Certain rules now govern the use of bamboo so that an artificial fiber derived from bamboo is identified as such. They can be found under the names of viscose, modal or rayon from bamboo. This new Canadian bond comes in response to marketing strategies that promote it as the green solution. Despite misleading claims or labels to look good, according to the Competition Bureau , there are no natural bamboo textile items on the Canadian market. We would therefore sell only artificial derivatives by displaying the word "bamboo" to look good.
Hemp, an ecological textile that has proven itself
Hemp is known as the oldest textile created by man. It is a healthy fabric for the health of the human who wears it, but also for the planet. As it grows in the fields, hemp helps capture CO2 from the atmosphere. It's a bit like acting as a filter for ambient pollution. Its growth requires no pesticides, fungicides or chemical inputs . It also consumes up to 4 times less water than to produce the same amount of cotton. His transformation is mainly mechanical . Big positive point too, the hemp can be local and come from Canada.
Antibacterial and mildew resistant hemp
Hemp is first and foremost a fabric that breathes. Its natural fiber allows the passage of air. It offers a protective effect since it is known for its antibacterial properties and resists mold. Hemp is also hypoallergenic. Highly important qualities when talking about sustainable feminine hygiene. Let's add that it is renowned for its durability... The environment thanks you!
Hemp and organic cotton, the best of both worlds!
The only flaw of hemp? It can be a little rough to the touch. Taking into account the comfort of the women who wear it, our seamstresses use it together with organic cotton . Marie fil also intends to orient its production more and more towards these two textiles. By joining organic cotton to hemp, we add softness, without losing the benefits of hemp.
Would you like to make an ecological transition? Opt for menstrual panties made in Quebec from hemp .