Polyester is one of the most common fabrics found in homes and closets—and understandably so. This synthetic textile is known for both its durability and affordability. But while polyester may be ...

Laundering synthetic garments made from polyester can cause them to release hundreds of thousands of microplastics per wash cycle. A new first-of-its-kind study shows that simply wearing them, however ...

Your wardrobe holds a secret polluter. Washing synthetic clothes releases tiny plastic fibres into water. These microplastics ...