S E A W E E D   F I B E R

Seaweed is also used to make clothing. It has the great benefit of not occupying land for agriculture and, consequently, not polluting the soil with fertilizers and pesticides. As an organism that consumes CO2 and absorbs excess nutrients from the water, its cultivation has a positive effect on the environment, improving air and water quality.

The fiber is semi-synthetic and is obtained by combining beech or eucalyptus cellulose with seaweed. (Beech and eucalyptus are also used in other fabrics, such as lyocell fiber.) It is a softer and more breathable fabric than cotton, repels moisture, is flexible, and durable. It easily combines with other fibers and has various applications, being mainly used for sportswear.

C O C O N U T   F I B E R (COCONA)

Fiber made from activated charcoal from coconut shells, incorporated into other materials. This allows recycling of shells that would otherwise be wasted and creates an environmentally friendly fabric with many positive attributes: it absorbs odors, provides UV protection, dries quickly, is durable, lightweight, and doesn’t easily wrinkle. It’s an excellent fabric for sportswear, but can certainly be used for other purposes (such as underwear, footwear, etc.).

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