Question from cymering
Hi Debra!
My question today is specifically about denim, or jeans. A few days ago I read a post were you said that generally denim does not have any finishes, but that was an old post. Maybe you have different information now. And there is a lot to read about pesticides use in clothing during transportation… Will regular washing before use eliminate these? In some other websites the advice is to buy used, and I understand that this is better for the environment, but will this be less toxic? Thank you.
Debra’s Answer
I’m not aware of any finishes that are used on denim.
Washing alone is not a guarantee that pesticides will be eliminated.
Used is not necessarily less toxic, as used clothing usually contains residues of fragrance from laundry products.
Buying jeans made in the USA would eliminate the pesticides that are applied during transportation to products made overseas. Another reason to buy Made in USA.
