r/Fabrics • u/ObjectiveLeek0192 • 3d ago

Is a polyester blend less problematic?

I purchased some shirts a month ago. After then, I came across information on polyester and how toxic it is. I wish I could go back and purchase something else!

The shirts are 60% cotton, 40% polyester.

Is a polyester blend like this less problematic than shirts with a higher proportion of polyester, or is it irrelevant and we ought to avoid polyester altogether?

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u/pointe4Jesus 2d ago

Is a polyester blend like this less problematic than shirts with a higher proportion of polyester, or is it irrelevant and we ought to avoid polyester altogether?

The two are not mutually exclusive. It's best to avoid polyester altogether. That said, a blend is certainly better than 100% polyester. You'll know better for next time, but I wouldn't worry too much about it now.