Hylea
Underwear & Intimates
Undergarments including briefs, boxers, bras, and intimate apparel worn directly against sensitive skin in areas prone to sweating.
Why It Matters
Underwear contacts the most sensitive skin areas and mucous membranes. Sweating increases chemical absorption. Disperse dyes in synthetic underwear are leading cause of textile dermatitis. Antimicrobial treatments can disrupt microbiome.
Chemicals of Concern in This Product
Disperse Dyes
A class of dyes used primarily for coloring synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon, and...
Restricted Azo Dyes
A large class of synthetic dyes used extensively in textile and leather coloring. While most azo...
Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Releasers
A colorless gas used as a preservative, disinfectant, and textile finishing agent. In clothing,...
Phthalates
A group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. Also used as...
Antimicrobial Additives
Chemicals added to products to kill or inhibit microorganisms. Includes silver nanoparticles,...
Ingredient Red Flags
Watch for these on ingredient labels:
- Synthetic underwear causing irritation
- Antimicrobial or odor-resistant claims
- Very cheap imported underwear
- Strong chemical smell
What to Look For
- ✓No antimicrobial treatments
- ✓Natural fibers when possible
Finding Safer Options
Organic cotton underwear from brands like Pact, Boody, or KENT. OEKO-TEX certified underwear. 100% cotton without 'stay fresh' or antimicrobial claims.
Certifications to Look For
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