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Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology

Odor control. Hygiene. Sustainability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits?

Polygiene inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria and microorganisms for a fresh feeling all day long. Clothing stays hygienic, lasts longer, and reduces your environmental footprint.
How does it work?

It is based on silver salt (Ag+), which is applied during textile treatment to prevent bacterial growth without affecting the natural skin flora.
Is it safe for the skin?

Wear more. Wash less. Save water and energy. Our technology is thoroughly tested and safe for skin contact, while maintaining its effectiveness.

Wear more. Wash less. Save water and energy. Our technology is rigorously tested and safe for skin contact, while maintaining effectiveness.

Wear more. Wash less

Save water and energy.

Certified by bluesign®

Oeko-Tex® and EPA approved.

Environmental facts

from a life cycle perspective

Production

The product is manufactured in the EU with minimal use of resources and in accordance with strict environmental regulations.

Application

Because multiple treatments can be applied simultaneously, no additional water or energy is required and the impact on the environment is reduced.

Product comparison

Without Polygiene

Odor-causing bacteria multiply

Scent: Present

Skin: Normal bacterial growth

With Polygiene

Inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria

Fragrance-free: Fresh feeling

Sweat and Odor-Causing Bacteria: Under Control

In the water treatment plant

Polygiene's silver ions quickly bind to the sulfur ions of bacteria in wastewater, forming an insoluble compound (inactive silver sulfide). The silver ions are therefore deactivated upon arrival at the water treatment plant and do not affect the final biological purification process.

According to a recent study by the Danish Ministry of the Environment, there is "no specific health risk or biological effect in the aquatic environment from the use of silver in textiles."

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OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF CLOTHING OCCURS DURING CONSUMER USE

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When products are used

The best way to reduce a garment's environmental footprint is to wear it more often and wash it less. Polygiene makes this possible.

Wear more. Wash less – Consumers are responsible for at least two-thirds of a product's environmental impact during its lifecycle*, primarily through their washing habits. Water shortages are a pressing problem in many parts of the world. Parts of Europe, the US, and Asia are already experiencing freshwater shortages.*

Use textiles sustainably – Synthetic fibers like polyester will play a key role in meeting the growing global demand for textiles. We need to use textiles more efficiently, meaning clothing and equipment should be made from more sustainable synthetic fibers that stay fresh, require less washing, and last longer.*

Lower environmental impact when Polygiene-treated products are washed less often – An independent life cycle assessment (LCA) shows that using Polygiene-treated polyester textiles multiple times before washing has a lower environmental impact than an untreated product that is washed after every use.*

Polygiene is actively educating retailers and consumers about the environmental impact we all have through our textile and laundry choices. Wear more. Wash less™, recycle, and reuse!

Facts at a glance

Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology is bluesign® approved, the textile industry's strictest environmental certification with a life cycle approach.

Bluesign is backed by Patagonia, The North Face and other leading brands.

Bluesign is "strongly recommended" by Greenpeace in Germany and Sweden.

Included in the Oeko-Tex 100 list (I–IV) of approved products.

Registered under the EU Biocides Directive and approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Complies with the requirements of REACH, the EU chemical regulation.

Clothing and equipment treated with Polygiene can be recycled in the Eco Circle® system and the Common Threads Garment Recycling Program.

Polygiene AB

Styrmansgatan 2, 211 18 Malmö, Sweden

Tel: +46 (0)40 26 22 22

Email: info@polygiene.com

Website: polygiene.com

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