Sliced Bread Bedding
Dec 7, 2023
Dr. Chetna Prajapati, a textiles lecturer and fabric expert, joins Dr. Justine Cluck, a dermatologist focused on acne and skin conditions, to explore bedding choices. They dive into the environmental impacts of materials like cotton, linen, and eucalyptus. The conversation tackles whether silk pillowcases really benefit skin and hair or if it's just marketing fluff. Surprising insights about eco-credentials and the truth behind fabric claims make for an intriguing discussion about the best ways to make your bed and its effects on health!
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Rosemary's Bedding Journey
- Listener Rosemary prefers linen bedding after trying various materials, including eucalyptus and polycotton.
- She questions the eco-friendliness of linen compared to eucalyptus and the significance of thread count.
Common Bedding Materials
- Common bedsheet materials include natural fibers like cotton and silk.
- Synthetic options like polyester also exist.
Linen Production
- Linen is sourced from flax plant stems, grown in cooler climates like the UK, Belgium, and France.
- It's less water-intensive than cotton and involves retting, a process using microorganisms to break down plant material.