Zero Waste Arm Sleeves: Arm Warmers (or Coolers)
No Synthetic (Plastic) Fabric
The word is the best quality arm sleeves are made of natural not synthetic fabrics. Fibers that neither choke your skin nor trash the planet with added plastic waste. Embrace the no plastic waste approach to fashion!
Tongcloud wool
Designed For Comfort And Style
Arm sleeves - the unsung heroes of your wardrobe! This versatile accessory can be a game-changer for any outfit.
Fishjhan cotton in pink, rose red and white
But No Plastic Clothing Products
Hide Skin Blemishes, Scars Or Ink
Are you someone who loves getting inked? Well, arm sleeves offer a perfect way to hide your tattoos in more conservative settings. Plus, they can also be a great way to cover up scars or acne if you're feeling self-conscious.
Derivative cotton
Opinions On Fashion
No doubt arm sleeves make for a stellar fashion statement. Pair them with a tank top or a sleeveless blouse and you're all set to turn heads. But, of course, not all arm sleeves are created equal. When it comes to choosing the right fabric, always opt for a breathable, natural fiber. No need to sweat like a pig in synthetic fabric!
Bellady modal cotton
Unfortunate Use Of Spandex
Spandex, a.k.a. the stretchy superhero of the textile world, is a popular choice for makers of arm sleeves. But did you know that this seemingly innocuous material could be hiding a dangerous secret? Turns out, this miracle fabric is made from petrol-based chemicals, meaning it results in plastic waste.
AoOnZan cotton
Blended Nylon Is As Bad As Spandex
As much as we love the stretchy, form-fitting fabric, it's time to acknowledge the dangers lurking in our wardrobe. Did you know that spandex is one of the most petrol chemical fiber-intensive materials used in clothes? Luckily, we've found no plastic waste, sustainable options that won't suffocate your skin or harm the planet. So let's ditch that plastic and embrace a healthier, waste free wardrobe.
Leather Has A Place In Plastic Free Choices
No plastic waste fibers in real leather. Just avoid that horrid faux leather at any cost! You may not think about arm sleeves often, but boy oh boy, are they versatile. They can warm you up on a chilly day or cool you down when the weather is sweltering.
Harssidanzer Lambskin leather also in black and brown
Chameleons Of The Fashion World
The best aspect of arm sleeves is that they are removable. Like the chameleons of the fashion world, blending in when you need them and disappearing when you don't.
Upstore cotton but with elastic (plastic) in the cuff :(
Only Sustainable Fibers Truly Breathe
No polyester, nylon, spandex or any other plastic waste fiber for our beloved arm sleeves. No, no. Only the softest, most breathable natural fibers will do.
Meanplan modal cotton (modal is a cellulose fiber)
Cellulose Fibers
Ice silk generally refers to viscose fiber, a class of man-made fiber. Cellulose is alkalized, then reacted with carbon disulfide to form cellulose xanthate. The viscous solution obtained is called viscose. This viscose is wet-spun and after a series of treatment processes, viscose fiber is formed. Chemical, yes, plastic waste, no.
Problems With Ice Silk
Ice silk stains easily and becomes dirty fast. On average it's not easy to care for. It's not resistant to acids or bases (alkali), so you have to watch what it comes in contact with and be mindful to use neutral detergent when washing. In fact it's not recommended to wash ice silk at all. Fuzzing and pilling are common. Wear residence is poor. It's prone to wrinkles and shrinkage.
Chuarry ice silk plus sizes
Advantage Of No Plastic Arm Sleeves
The often overlooked addition to any wardrobe is the ever trendy and versatile arm sleeve. But no need for any worthless plastic fibers next to our skin, or shedding off into the environment when better products are available.
GeriGlove core spun cotton
We can reverse plastic pollution tomorrow, with choices we make today. An absence of plastic waste in our world will benefit millions. The only tools required is our purchasing power - a project we can all get behind - working together toward a microplastic free world.
AMZ Terry Cloth Sleeves shame about the elastic, the rest is all natural
So keep a pair (or two) of sleeves in your closet, drawer, or travel bag, and never worry about being caught without them when you need them.
FAQs
What is the therapeutic reason to wears arm sleeves?
Compression sleeves educe swelling and muscle vibrations and can elevate blood circulation which aids in dissipation of some metabolic waste products. If needed for this purpose and you want a zero waste option, you can perhaps choose a size smaller than normally comfortable, if size selection is an option. Hopefully, in the future, compression sleeves will be made with bio nylon 1010, as it becomes more available.
Do plastic fibers really harm the environment?
Without a doubt, our plastic clothing is a big source of microplastic environmental pollution. These tiny plastic particles slough off in the wash and by the friction of everyday wear and tear. These microplastics are everywhere. In the food we eat, the water we drink and the air we breathe.
What's to be done about elastic?
Actually great strides are being made in alternative elastics and bio nylons too! But disposal of these products remains a huge environmental problem. Some plastic recycling facilities handle old synthetic clothes, and we need more of them. The best we can do is avoid purchase of any new plastic product and put pressure on manufacturers for alternatives.
Eva Astoul
RECYCLE
