The Truth About Polyester (and Why You Should Stop Wearing It)
Polyester is everywhere. It’s cheap, stretchy, wrinkle-resistant — and toxic.
It’s in your leggings, your t-shirts, your bras. And while brands keep calling it “performance fabric,” the truth is, polyester is plastic — and it was never meant to sit on your skin.
Here’s What Happens When You Wear Polyester:
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Your skin can’t breathe. Polyester traps heat and moisture, making you sweat more.
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Your body absorbs toxins. The fabric can contain residues of phthalates, BPA, PFAS, and azo dyes — all linked to hormone disruption.
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You shed microplastics. Every wash releases tiny plastic fibers into water systems, which end up in oceans… and back in your food chain.
And worst of all? Polyester can linger in your body for years — just like it does in landfills.
The Health Risks Are Real
In 2022, the Center for Environmental Health found that some activewear (including big-name brands) exceeded legal BPA limits in California. BPA mimics estrogen and is linked to fertility issues, hormonal imbalance, breast cancer, and chronic disease.
When you work out in synthetics, you’re increasing your exposure — just as your pores open, your skin absorbs, and your body works harder.
ZUBEK = Zero Synthetics
We don’t use polyester. Not even a little.
Instead, we work exclusively with:
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Merino Wool – Naturally breathable, moisture-wicking, and antibacterial
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Lyocell – Plant-based, biodegradable, soft on skin
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Silk & Cotton Blends – Clean comfort, zero compromise
Because you deserve to sweat without soaking in toxins.
What You Wear Matters
Polyester is convenient. But it comes at a cost — to your health, your skin, and the environment.
We’re here to offer something different: natural, luxurious fabrics that support your body and your lifestyle.
No plastic.
No poison.
Just clean, elevated essentials.
ZUBEK is where detox meets design.
