The Hidden Risks in Your Kid’s Clothing: What Every Parent Should Know

Have you ever wondered what could be hiding in your kids’ clothing?

You might be surprised to know that 60% of clothing in the market is made by petroleum-based polymers, commonly known as plastic.
What’s more concerning is that wearing these garments means exposing our little ones to a plethora of invisible chemicals that seep into their skin.





How is this even possible?


Our skin, the body’s largest organ, absorbs almost everything it encounters, including these chemicals from synthetic fabrics.

As parents, it’s our nature to ensure our family’s safety and well-being. This includes being fully informed about the risks posed by potentially hazardous materials in their clothing. And more so when said materials come into contact with sensitive parts of their growing bodies.

Before we go deeper, you might want to know what synthetic fabrics are.

Why are Synthetic Fabrics so Popular?

1. Affordability - Cheaper option, making them a popular choice for people on a budget and allow businesses to maximize their profit margins.

2. Performance - Treated with additional chemicals to manage moisture and enhance certain features

3. Easy Care - Synthetic fabrics are generally easy to care for, requiring little to no ironing.


Some of the hazardous chemicals that can be found in synthetic fabrics:

4. Antimony is used to make fire-retardant* materials and known to cause cancer.

5. PFOA is used to make fabrics waterproof and has been linked to thyroid disease, cancer, and reproductive problems.

6. Formaldehyde is a finishing agent in polyester and nylon production, and known to trigger respiratory issues, skin irritation, and cancer.

7. Perfluorochemicals (PFCs) are used to make polyester stain-resistant and pose various health concerns.

8. BPA improves fabric lifespan but may disrupt normal bodily functions.

9. Phthalates are used as plasticizers. Studies have shown phthalates to disrupt normal reproductive development and function.

10. Chemicals and Dyes raise further health and safety concerns as they are non-compliant with OEKO-Tex 100 Standards.


*Fire Retardants added to prevent or delay the spread of fire. Despite the claims, many of them are unnecessary, don’t work well and are poisonous. It also has been shown to cause neurological damage, hormone disruption, and cancer.

Popp's fabrics are made natural materials that don't contain said harmful chemicals. In addition, our fabrics have some built-in performance advantages make them superior to synthetic fabrics:

1. Temperature regulating ensures their body stays at the right temperature. Not too hot, not too cold.

2. Dual moisture management effectively reduces sweat by retaining moisture and removing it from the body.

3. 360* Stretch provides a flexible fit that moves with you. Make it comfortable to wear it day and night.

4. Anti Odor absorbs and neutralizes odor-causing bacteria, keeping them fresh.

5. Durability of our fabric is generally better and tends to get softer with age.

6. Hypoallergenic makes them an excellent choice for sensitive skin.

7. Sustainability which means our fabric is renewable and biodegradable, contrasting with the environmental impact of synthetic fibers.






Popp is the opportunity to choose right for your kids today and for them to appreciate your choice for the future, because your choice today impacts their future.