Why Bamboo is Better than Cotton

At Bubz, we know that as parents you make countless small decisions every day, what to feed your little one, how to soothe them when they cry, and what fabrics touch their skin. Each choice matters. And when it comes to baby clothing, that choice becomes deeply personal.

When choosing the best sleepwear and clothes for your child, it’s important to find garments that promote restful sleep, are soft on skin, and are safe. At Bubz, all our clothing is engineered for comfort and sustainability - crafted from 95 % bamboo natural fiber. When you compare bamboo versus conventional cotton, the difference isn’t subtle. It’s everything your baby’s skin has been waiting for. Our clothing is made from premium-soft material, custom-designed, and uses high-quality safe components.

But we know many of you ask: how do you choose between organic cotton and bamboo? You’ve heard the benefits of bamboo, so how does it compare to organic cotton? Below, we share why our customers love bamboo and prefer it to cotton.

A Quick Comparison Between Bamboo And Cotton

1. The Softest Fabric You’ll Ever Feel

First off, Bamboo is extremely soft (3x softer than cotton) and is famously silky, even smoother than high-thread-count cotton. The secret? Bamboo fibers are naturally round and free from rough edges, making them incredibly gentle against delicate newborn skin. You will notice an immediate difference when you touch and feel our 95% bamboo clothing vs cotton. Bamboo clothing feels like a soothing second skin. Every cuddle, every nap, every bedtime will feel wrapped in pure comfort.

2. Naturally Keeps Babies Cool and Cozy

Bamboo has a lot of surprising benefits and one of them is that it is thermoregulating. Babies can’t regulate their body temperature the way adults do and so bamboo clothing helps your baby stay cool during warm days and cozy when the air turns chilly. This is because bamboo fibers are naturally porous and breathable which helps with air circulating through the material. Unlike cotton, which traps heat and moisture, bamboo adapts to your baby’s needs and it is perfect for all seasons, day or night. Our Bubz clothing is ideal for babies (and young kids) who sweat more in their sleep: the bamboo fabric can absorb and evaporate moisture faster than cotton without irritating the skin. That helps keep skin dry, cool and comfortable which in turn can support better sleep quality. Parents often report their babies sleep longer and wake up happier in bamboo pajamas. Because we know sleep regression and night-wakes are real for parents, we recommend choosing bamboo sleepwear over cotton because softer-on-skin and naturally thermoregulating textiles are two tangible factors that support sleep.

3. Bamboo is Sustainable for the Planet

Bamboo is a natural fiber that grows without any pesticides, minimal water, and fast regrowth. In addition, it is naturally degrading which leaves a lighter footprint on earth. As opposed to cotton which uses up more water and is not as sustainable to Bamboo.

By choosing bamboo baby clothing, you are making a choice that aligns with caring for the planet, fewer resources used, and faster renewal. While cotton remains a classic choice, bamboo offers a new and better alternative when sustainability is top-of-mind. Lastly, an interesting fact, Bamboo is actually a type of grass and some species can grow as tall as 35 inches (91cm) in a single day, thus making it the fastest growing plant on earth!

4. Gentle on Sensitive Skin

Baby skin is remarkably delicate and we design every Bubz piece with that fact front and center. Research shows that infant skin is significantly thinner and more permeable than adult skin. In fact, Healthline reports that babies skin can be “up to 30% thinner than adult skin. Because baby skin is thinner, its barrier function is less developed making it more susceptible to irritation, allergens and physical stress. Eucerin+1

Bamboo fabric naturally excels here. It is hypoallergenic, highly breathable, and free from the kind of rough textures that can cause irritation or trigger eczema flare-ups. 

In addition, bamboo fabric offers better natural UV-protection than cotton (thanks to its fiber’s natural sheen), helping shield your baby’s skin from harmful rays. Every Bubz piece is OEKO-TEX® certified meaning it has been tested for over 100 harmful substances and approved to the safest standard in baby-wear.

5. Durable and Designed to Last

Parents know laundry is a way of life. Thankfully, bamboo fabric is as durable as it is soft. It maintains its silky texture wash after wash, unlike cotton, which can stiffen or shrink. The designs stay vibrant and colorful after each wash thus lasting more cycles than cotton printed clothing.

That means your favorite Bubz zipsuit, shortie, or pajamas set will last and grow with your baby even through growth spurts, spills, and storytime cuddles.

A Choice That Feels Right

When you wrap your baby in bamboo, you’re choosing more than comfort, you’re choosing care. Care for your baby’s skin, care for your planet, and care for the future we’re all nurturing together. While cotton is classic in the market, Bamboo is a new and better alternative.

At Bubz, we design each piece with intention. It is made from the softest, most sustainable bamboo fabric that loves your baby as much as you do. From bedtime snuggles to morning giggles, it’s more than clothing, it’s comfort you can feel good about.

If you have any other questions about Bubz bamboo fabric, email support@bubzllc.com for more details.