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Did you know that washing your clothes less frequently can significantly reduce your environmental impact? According to a life cycle assessment conducted by Polygiene, the global leader in antimicrobial and stay fresh technologies, you can decrease your carbon footprint by one-third simply by cutting back on laundry. By adopting this simple habit, you can be a part of the solution to environmental sustainability and contribute to a healthier planet.
Body odor and smelly feet are a big deal for most people. In fact, 90% of consumers report that their self-confidence takes a significant hit when they don’t feel fresh, even if no one notices or mentions it.
Antimicrobial clothing is becoming increasingly popular, and we are seeing more and more designs hitting the marketplace. Once the preserve of boundary-pushing innovators in hygiene-critical work environments, brands in the lifestyle, outdoor, and athletics sectors are now releasing their own ranges. And it is incredibly well received by customers who recognize the value of integrated antimicrobial protection and actively seek it out.
Following recent research conducted by a team from the Florida Atlantic University (FAU), there has been considerable discussion about the extent to which rubber and plastic watch bands, like those found on the Smart Watches, harbor potentially harmful bacteria. This is particularly problematic for a device we rarely remove and wear during sweaty workouts, long runs, and other intense physical activity.
