How do you recycle spandex?

Spandex, also called Lycra, or elastane, often known for its elasticity and comfort, is a synthetic fiber widely used in the fashion industry to create stretchy, form-fitting clothing.

However, did you know that spandex can also be recycled, helping to reduce our environmental footprint?

The spandex recycling process begins by collecting clothing and textiles containing this fiber. Once collected, these materials are sorted and separated according to their composition.

Spandex is then extracted from the blended fabrics using milling and chemical processing techniques.

Once isolated, recycled spandex can be transformed into new products, such as recycled spandex yarn, elastic fabrics or other materials for manufacturing clothing and accessories.

This process helps give new life to old clothing containing spandex, while preserving natural resources and reducing textile waste.

By choosing clothing made from recycled spandex, you are helping to support more sustainable and environmentally friendly fashion.

At LiliWarrior, we are committed to using recycled materials wherever possible, with the aim of creating ethical and responsible fashion.