Les Enfants Bamboo
Our Muslin Blankets, Muslin Squares, Nursing Scarf and Baby Clothing Collection are all crafted from sustainable, hypoallergenic bamboo that are ultra-soft, breathable, and free from harmful chemicals, ensuring gentle care for delicate baby skin. They are all different types of woven bamboo fabric, but all offering the same unbeatable benefits of comfort, care and sustainability.
Designed with safety in mind, they regulate temperature to prevent overheating and are durability-tested to withstand frequent washing without compromising comfort or quality. Products adhere to global safety OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certification, offering parents peace of mind.
Why Choose the Les Enfants Bamboo Clothing Collection?
What is sustainable bamboo?
Sustainable bamboo refers to bamboo that is harvested and produced in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible manner. Bamboo is considered one of the most sustainable materials available for several reasons:
1. Rapid Growth
Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world, with some species growing up to 3 feet per day. This rapid growth allows for quick regeneration after harvesting, making it highly renewable compared to trees, which can take decades to mature.
2. Minimal Water Usage
Bamboo requires significantly less water to grow than other crops like cotton. It can thrive in both wet and dry climates without the need for irrigation, reducing the strain on water resources.
3. No Pesticides or Fertilizers
Bamboo grows naturally without the need for pesticides or fertilizers, which means its cultivation doesn't contribute to soil degradation or water contamination from agricultural chemicals. This makes it an eco-friendly crop for producing textiles and other products.
4. Carbon Sequestration
Bamboo absorbs large amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and produces 35% more oxygen than equivalent trees, making it beneficial for combating climate change.
5. Biodegradable
When processed correctly, bamboo fibers and products can be biodegradable, reducing the long-term impact on landfills. This makes bamboo an excellent alternative to synthetic materials like plastic.
Bamboo in Sustainable Products
In baby products, such as those from Les Enfants, bamboo is often used to create soft, breathable fabrics that are hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin. These fabrics are also durable, meaning they last longer and reduce the need for frequent replacements, further reducing waste.
For bamboo to be considered truly sustainable, it's also important that the harvesting methods do not harm local ecosystems and that the production processes (such as turning raw bamboo into fabric) are free of harmful chemicals. Sustainable bamboo practices ensure that the environmental benefits of bamboo are fully realized throughout the entire production cycle.
In summary, sustainable bamboo is a renewable, eco-friendly material that promotes environmental health, requires minimal resources, and provides a viable alternative to more harmful materials like cotton or synthetic fabrics.
What is organic bamboo?
By nature, all bamboo is grown in the wild, and thus doesn't need fertilizer. By definition, organic (in a food/farming capacity) denotes products grown without the use of fertilizers or pesticides. Therefore, bamboo cannot be organic, because it is already a fertilizer-free product.