Welcome To
Our Survey.

“Research extends far beyond the confines of a laboratory. We place immense value
on evaluating human experiences and incorporating public perspectives into our work.
Consequently, we host engagement sessions throughout the year to foster active
community participation. Listed below is an example of this initiative, utilizing methods
ranging from surveys to detailed questionnaires. We thank you for your participation
and contribution in this study.”

Recherche 研究 بَحْث Forschung Исследование Výzkum Έρευνα 調査 sukisok  การวิจัย Дослідження تحقیق کنید

Estimated time: 7-9 mins

The “Textile Toxicity” Report

“The human skin is a semi-permeable membrane, capable of absorbing up to 60% of what is placed upon it. Yet, the modern wardrobe is dominated by ‘Fast Fashion’ garments treated with azo dyes, formaldehyde, and PFAS (forever chemicals). The Divinity® Research Team is auditing the ‘Chemical Halo’ surrounding the modern consumer.

We hypothesize that the rise in Contact Dermatitis and Endocrine Disruption is linked to the ‘wearable toxicity’ of synthetic textiles. This study aims to correlate Fabric Composition (Polyester vs. Organic Fiber) with Dermal Inflammation, proving that clothing is not just a covering, but a chemical input.”

Data Privacy Confidentiality: Your privacy is our highest priority, and we strictly abide by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Your responses are fully confidential. Please note that at the end of this survey, you will have the option to voluntarily provide contact details for a follow-up interview should you choose to do so. We would very much like to ask further questions and get to know you more however rest assured, this information is used strictly for our internal research purposes only and will not be shared with third parties, airport authorities, or outside organizations.

Section 10: About yourself
Question 1: What is your gender?



Question 2: What is your age group?






Question 3: What is your country of current residence?
Question 4: What is your ethnicity group?










Other:
Section 20: THE WARDROBE AUDIT (The Input)
Question 5: The Label Check: Pick the three items of clothing you wear most frequently. What is the primary material listed?



Question 6: The Pigment Profile: Do you gravitate towards “Ultra-Blacks,” “Neon,” or heavily printed fabrics? (Note: These typically require higher concentrations of heavy metal mordants and azo dyes to “fix” the colour).



Question 7: The “New Clothes” Scent: When you open a package from an online fast-fashion retailer, do you notice a distinct chemical or “fishy” smell (Formaldehyde/Finishing Agents)?



Question 8:The Performance Trap: Do you wear “Stain Resistant,” “Wrinkle-Free,” or “Waterproof” clothing on a daily basis (which often contain PFAS)?



Section 30: THE DERMAL EXPOSURE (The Mechanism)
Question 9: The “Gym Sweat” Factor: When you exercise (pores open), what are you wearing?



Question 10: Laundry Frequency: How often do you wash your synthetic clothes? (High friction washing releases microfibers and degrades coatings).



Question 11: Softener Usage: Do you coat your textiles in liquid fabric softeners or dryer sheets (artificial fragrances)?



Section 40: THE SYMPTOM LOAD (The Reaction)
Question 12: Unexplained Rashes: Do you experience itching, redness, or “backne” (back acne) specifically after wearing certain materials or tight synthetic clothing?



Question 13: Heat Trapping: Do you feel that your clothing “suffocates” your skin, leading to a clammy sensation even when not exercising?


Question 14: The “Relief” Test: Do you feel an immediate physical sense of relief (itching stops, skin cools) when you take off your work/day clothes?


Section 50: PLACE OF PURCHASE
Question 15: How much of a factor is the place of purchase for your clothes?



Question 16: Have you bought from outside of Europe for example through Chinese websites?



Question 17: Have you had allergic reactions to items bought from outside of Europe?



Question 18: Have you had allergic reactions to items bought from outside of Europe?



Section 60: THE HYPOTHESIS CHECK
Question 19: Do you believe that chemicals from your clothes can enter your bloodstream?



Question 20: Do you believe that clothes bought from outside of Europe with less regulation are susceptible to quality?



Section 70: Additional Information
Question 21: Is there anything else you would like to share/add with us?
Section 80: Consent Form
Question 22: Would you like to talk in more detail to share your experience? We would love to contact you for a short confidential interview. If you select no-then no contact data will be stored.



Question 23: If yes please provide ONLY your preferred contact method (We do not require your name. By entering your details, you consent to being contacted regarding this study.)
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Divinity® respects your data sovereignty. This research is conducted to engineer solutions, not to sell ads. Anonymized findings will be published in our annual Planetary Health Report to drive industry policy change. If you may wish for us to contact you for follow up interviews please include your contact details, otherwise leave blank.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions