Why Pima Cotton
Not all cotton is the same. Pima is in a category alone.
Longer fibers. Softer hand. Stronger weave. No chemical shortcuts.
The fiber
What makes Pima different
Pima grows in a small region of Peru whose altitude, climate, and soil produce the world's longest natural cotton fiber. Longer fiber means softer fabric, a more durable weave, and better breathability - naturally, without a chemical finish.
| PimaArubana | Regular Cotton | Polyester | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Softness | Exceptional — long-staple, gets softer with every wash | Average | Slick; can feel coarse over time |
| Breathability | High — regulates temperature naturally | Moderate | Low — traps heat |
| Safe for skin | Hypoallergenic — no chemical finish needed | Usually safe | Can irritate; sheds microplastics |
| Durability | Strong — lasts through kids | Wears and pills over time | Degrades and pills |
| Wash performance | Improves with every wash | Fades and thins | Holds odor and static |
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Every Arubana product is 100% Pima — never blended down to hit a price.
Why it matters for babies
A baby’s skin doesn’t forgive shortcuts.
- A baby’s skin absorbs around 30% more than an adult’s — what it touches matters
- Synthetic fabrics trap heat, triggering discomfort, rashes and eczema flare-ups
- Pima is naturally hypoallergenic — no chemical finish needed to feel soft
- Safe from fiber to finish — OEKO-TEX® certified against harmful substances
The Arubana standard
Why ours is different from other “Pima”
We buy straight from Peruvian Pima farms — no middlemen, no diluted supply.
We manufacture in small runs and control quality at every step.
Every product is 100% Pima or it doesn’t ship. There is no “95% and a little plastic.”
Parents feel the difference
“Worth every penny. I’ve felt the difference since day one.”
Elena M. · Verified buyer
“My baby’s eczema cleared up within a week of switching to Arubana.”
Daniela R. · Verified buyer
“I bought one bodysuit to try. Now my whole baby’s wardrobe is Arubana.”
Priya N. · Verified buyer
Experience Pima cotton yourself.
The fastest way to understand the difference is to feel it against your baby’s skin.
Shop 100% Pima essentials30-day return - if it's not the softest thing in your baby's drawer, we'll take it back.