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What Are Organic Pajamas?

Misty Amber Brighton
Misty Amber Brighton

Organic pajamas can be a good choice for people who are concerned about their impact on the environment. These types of pajamas are normally made from organic fibers, such as cotton or bamboo. They may be pants, shorts, or sleep shirts. Organic bath robes and slippers can also be found to accompany this type of sleepwear. Eco-friendly pajamas are available in both adult and children's sizes.

Robes, nightgowns, and pajama pants are often made from organic cotton. This type of cotton is grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Many cotton farmers use seed that has not been genetically modified when growing this crop. Organic cotton is typically dyed with natural products rather than chemical dyes.

A woman wearing organic pajamas.
A woman wearing organic pajamas.

In addition to cotton, silk is often used to make organic pajamas. Some types of pajamas typically made from silk include nightgowns and lounging robes. This fiber is formed by silk worms, which spin threads which are then harvested and woven together. Even though silk is produced naturally, certified eco-friendly pajamas do not have chemical dyes or metals added to this material as is sometimes the case with other garments made from silk.

A field of cotton, which is sometimes used to make organic pajamas.
A field of cotton, which is sometimes used to make organic pajamas.

Organic pajamas look and feel much like regular sleepwear. They are typically loose-fitting clothing that are also very lightweight. The fabric is usually very soft, so it does not normally irritate the skin. This means that many people find them very comfortable to wear either while sleeping or lounging around the house.

Like other types of pajamas, these garments are typically cared for by washing them in a washing machine with mild detergent. This clothing can usually be placed in a clothes dryer or hung up to dry. These garments will usually hold their shape well, even after multiple washings.

An organic cotton pajama top.
An organic cotton pajama top.

Both children and adults can wear organic pajamas. There are selections available for men and women as well. Unlike other types of pajamas, this sleepwear is not sprayed with chemicals after it is manufactured, so it does not have the flame-retardant properties found in many types of commercial sleepwear.

The requirements for making organic pajamas vary from one country to the next. This means that people who are interested in buying pajamas that are eco-friendly should find out what the local requirements for making them are. They can then be sure they are buying pajamas that are environmentally friendly and safe for all members of the family.

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    • A woman wearing organic pajamas.
      By: Monika Wisniewska
      A woman wearing organic pajamas.
    • A field of cotton, which is sometimes used to make organic pajamas.
      A field of cotton, which is sometimes used to make organic pajamas.
    • An organic cotton pajama top.
      By: gemenacom
      An organic cotton pajama top.
    • Organic pajamas can be made from organically produced silk.
      By: lily
      Organic pajamas can be made from organically produced silk.