Hylea
Bedding & Sheets
Bed linens including sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers, and blankets. Conventional bedding may be treated with formaldehyde for wrinkle resistance and dyes that can irritate skin.
Why It Matters
8+ hours of direct skin contact nightly. Face pressed against pillowcase during sleep. Wrinkle-free treatments release formaldehyde. Synthetic fabrics may off-gas.
Chemicals of Concern in This Product
Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Releasers
A colorless gas used as a preservative, disinfectant, and textile finishing agent. In clothing,...
VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)
A broad category of chemicals that easily evaporate at room temperature, releasing gases into...
Halogenated Flame Retardants
Chemicals containing bromine or chlorine added to products to slow the spread of fire. Common...
Ingredient Red Flags
Watch for these on ingredient labels:
- 'Wrinkle-free' or 'easy-care' labels
- 'Performance' or 'cooling' synthetic sheets
- Strong chemical smell
- Very bright white (may be optical brighteners)
What to Look For
- ✓No 'wrinkle-free' or 'easy-care' treatments
- ✓Natural fibers (cotton, linen, bamboo)
Finding Safer Options
GOTS certified organic cotton sheets from Boll & Branch, Coyuchi, or Avocado. Linen sheets. Always wash new bedding before use.
Certifications to Look For
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