Our more sustainable materials

Lyocell

Lyocell is a renewable, all-natural material made from plant-based cellulose, for example cellulose from trees. We mainly use Tencel™ lyocell fibers, which are made from sustainable wood-pulp produced in a closed-loop process. Lyocell feels very similar to cotton but needs a lot less water to manufacture and requires very little to no pesticides. If sustainable fibers were given medals, Tencel™ lyocell would get the gold.

Recycled wool

Wool is a renewable, natural material. Recycled wool comes from the waste and cut-offs created during clothes production or collected garments. By recycling wool, we save raw materials and reduce what ends up in landfills. Win-win!

Linen

Linen is a durable, natural material made from the flax plant. It needs very little water compared to cotton, which makes it a great alternative for soft and comfy clothing. Our organic linen is grown without chemical pesticides, GMOs or fertilizers. Plus, it’s breathable and a very chic choice for warmer weather.

Recycled polyester

Recycled polyester is an artificial fiber made from oil-based waste such as old PET bottles or polyester clothing. It’s a much more sustainable option than conventional polyester since we can reuse a material that’s already been produced. Using recycled polyester also reduces plastic waste and stops it from ending up in landfills.

Recycled polyamide

This oil-based fiber is made from materials like discarded fishing nets and carpets. To save natural resources and reduce waste that ends up in landfill, we also include leftover waste from production.

Recycled plastic

We get our recycled plastic from PET bottles, shampoo bottles and other plastic containers. This recycled plastic is used to make new products, such as accessories. By repurposing plastic waste, we prevent it from ending up in landfill and causing harm to our planet.

Did you know?

All polyester fabrics, recycled or not, shed microplastics when you wash them. You can help protect our oceans from these microfibers by washing polyester clothes in laundry bags that can filter them out.

Our more sustainable materials | H&M (2024)