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SplendidSoda171

Today 07:19 AM

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Joined Apr 2020

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Mostly safe for day-to-day wear, but not entirely risk-free — the concerns are real but generally low-grade for typical use.

**The reassuring part:**
- Polyester is chemically inert enough that for someone with healthy skin, the microplastics shed by a polyester shirt are unlikely to be absorbed, since intact skin is a strong barrier [ScienceInsights](https://scienceinsights.org/is-po...explained/) .
- There aren't many studies yet that draw firm conclusions about how microplastic exposure from clothing actually affects human health [NPR](https://www.npr.org/2026/01/20/nx...c-clothing) — a lot of the concern is still "we know it's there, we don't fully know the impact."

**The legitimate concerns:**
- **Skin issues**: up to 70% of people with sensitive skin report rashes, itching, or contact dermatitis from synthetic clothing [Arms of Andes](https://armsofandes.com/blogs/new...roplastics) , and it's worse for eczema-prone skin, mainly from chemical additives like phthalates and dyes leaching out with sweat and friction, not the plastic itself.
- **Trace chemicals**: finished polyester can contain antimony (a manufacturing catalyst, classified as a possible carcinogen) at low concentrations, plus occasional formaldehyde or PFAS finishes depending on the garment.
- **Bigger exposure route isn't your skin, it's inhalation** — microfibers released during laundering and wear end up in air and water, which is the greater exposure route compared to skin contact [ScienceInsights](https://scienceinsights.org/is-po...explained/) .
- **Environmental/downstream**: every wash releases roughly 700,000 microplastic fibers into waterways [NeceSera](https://www.necesera.com/blogs/ne...-polyester) , which eventually cycles back through food and water.

**Practical takeaway:**
- Wash new polyester before wearing it
- Look for OEKO-TEX or bluesign certified fabrics if you want lower chemical residue
- If you have sensitive skin or eczema, natural fibers (cotton, bamboo) next to skin will likely feel and behave better
- For most healthy adults wearing it occasionally, it's not something to panic about

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blaster_54738

Today 11:08 AM

80 Posts

Joined Aug 2011

blaster_54738Today 11:08 AM

80 Posts

Large is the only size at this price in this color FYI

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popeye44

Today 11:21 AM

65 Posts

Joined Oct 2007

popeye44Today 11:21 AM

65 Posts

Quote from SplendidSoda171

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Mostly safe for day-to-day wear, but not entirely risk-free — the concerns are real but generally low-grade for typical use. **The reassuring part:** - Polyester is chemically inert enough that for someone with healthy skin, the microplastics shed by a polyester shirt are unlikely to be absorbed, since intact skin is a strong barrier [ScienceInsights](https://scienceinsights.org/is-po...explained/) . - There aren't many studies yet that draw firm conclusions about how microplastic exposure from clothing actually affects human health [NPR](https://www.npr.org/2026/01/20/nx...c-clothing) — a lot of the concern is still "we know it's there, we don't fully know the impact." **The legitimate concerns:** - **Skin issues**: up to 70% of people with sensitive skin report rashes, itching, or contact dermatitis from synthetic clothing [Arms of Andes](https://armsofandes.com/blogs/new...roplastics) , and it's worse for eczema-prone skin, mainly from chemical additives like phthalates and dyes leaching out with sweat and friction, not the plastic itself. - **Trace chemicals**: finished polyester can contain antimony (a manufacturing catalyst, classified as a possible carcinogen) at low concentrations, plus occasional formaldehyde or PFAS finishes depending on the garment. - **Bigger exposure route isn't your skin, it's inhalation** — microfibers released during laundering and wear end up in air and water, which is the greater exposure route compared to skin contact [ScienceInsights](https://scienceinsights.org/is-po...explained/) . - **Environmental/downstream**: every wash releases roughly 700,000 microplastic fibers into waterways [NeceSera](https://www.necesera.com/blogs/ne...-polyester) , which eventually cycles back through food and water. **Practical takeaway:** - Wash new polyester before wearing it - Look for OEKO-TEX or bluesign certified fabrics if you want lower chemical residue - If you have sensitive skin or eczema, natural fibers (cotton, bamboo) next to skin will likely feel and behave better - For most healthy adults wearing it occasionally, it's not something to panic about

Interesting! I've got 7-8 of these type upf shirts and fortunately, none of them have bothered me at all. I wear them up to 12hrs fishing. I'll be a bit more mindful of recommending them to others.

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bgorman214

Today 11:22 AM

83 Posts

Joined May 2007

bgorman214Today 11:22 AM

83 Posts

One color one size - meh

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SLQ

Today 11:47 AM

515 Posts

Joined Aug 2014

SLQToday 11:47 AM

515 Posts

Quote from SplendidSoda171

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Mostly safe for day-to-day wear, but not entirely risk-free — the concerns are real but generally low-grade for typical use. **The reassuring part:** - Polyester is chemically inert enough that for someone with healthy skin, the microplastics shed by a polyester shirt are unlikely to be absorbed, since intact skin is a strong barrier [ScienceInsights](https://scienceinsights.org/is-po...explained/) . - There aren't many studies yet that draw firm conclusions about how microplastic exposure from clothing actually affects human health [NPR](https://www.npr.org/2026/01/20/nx...c-clothing) — a lot of the concern is still "we know it's there, we don't fully know the impact." **The legitimate concerns:** - **Skin issues**: up to 70% of people with sensitive skin report rashes, itching, or contact dermatitis from synthetic clothing [Arms of Andes](https://armsofandes.com/blogs/new...roplastics) , and it's worse for eczema-prone skin, mainly from chemical additives like phthalates and dyes leaching out with sweat and friction, not the plastic itself. - **Trace chemicals**: finished polyester can contain antimony (a manufacturing catalyst, classified as a possible carcinogen) at low concentrations, plus occasional formaldehyde or PFAS finishes depending on the garment. - **Bigger exposure route isn't your skin, it's inhalation** — microfibers released during laundering and wear end up in air and water, which is the greater exposure route compared to skin contact [ScienceInsights](https://scienceinsights.org/is-po...explained/) . - **Environmental/downstream**: every wash releases roughly 700,000 microplastic fibers into waterways [NeceSera](https://www.necesera.com/blogs/ne...-polyester) , which eventually cycles back through food and water. **Practical takeaway:** - Wash new polyester before wearing it - Look for OEKO-TEX or bluesign certified fabrics if you want lower chemical residue - If you have sensitive skin or eczema, natural fibers (cotton, bamboo) next to skin will likely feel and behave better - For most healthy adults wearing it occasionally, it's not something to panic about

This is ridiculous bro

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TalentedPicture611

Today 11:55 AM

211 Posts

Joined Apr 2020

TalentedPicture611Today 11:55 AM

211 Posts

Terrible deal. One color. One size. Delete this.

sbant

Today 11:56 AM

288 Posts

Joined Jan 2011

sbantToday 11:56 AM

288 Posts

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This is ridiculous bro

It's some AI regurgitation of "information".

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GAC1

Today 01:24 PM

94 Posts

Joined Dec 2018

GAC1Today 01:24 PM

94 Posts

I've got these in XXL. They are decent enough for the price. Sizing is about right. Fits loose as it should

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