Oleka's Obligations

✦ Oleka's Obligations ✦

Help Us Create a
Wave of Change.

This brand was born from a personal diagnosis, a lot of unanswered questions, and a belief that what touches your body matters — starting with your swimsuit.

10% of women affected by endometriosis

7–10 avg. years to get a diagnosis

$0 federal research funding per patient

100% polyester-free, every style

✦ June 2024 — My Laparoscopic Surgery

✦ From the Founder ✦

My name is Mikayla, and I didn't even know I was sick.

I was completely shocked when I was diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis. Despite having no major symptoms, an ultrasound revealed a 10cm cyst on my left ovary and significant damage to my organs caused by endometriosis tissue — all discovered during my laparoscopic surgery in June 2024.

"I desperately wanted to know if diet or lifestyle factors played a role, but there were few answers. The lack of research was maddening."

My journey to understanding endometriosis was incredibly frustrating. There's a shocking lack of information and funding for a disease that affects millions of women worldwide. That's what drove me to act — and to build Oleka around this mission.

As a swimwear brand, I became increasingly aware of the potential impact of polyester on women's hormonal health. So I made a conscious decision: every Oleka suit would be 100% polyester-free.

✦ The Connection ✦

Why Polyester-Free Matters

The link between synthetic fabrics and women's hormonal health is still being studied — but we're not waiting for the world to catch up.

The Research

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Polyester & Hormone Disruption

Research suggests that exposure to polyester may affect hormone levels, particularly progesterone. Synthetic fibers can release microplastics and chemicals that interact with the body's endocrine system.

The Connection

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Estrogen Dominance & Endometriosis

An imbalance of hormones — specifically low progesterone and high estrogen — is a primary factor in endometriosis. Any external influence on that balance matters, and we take it seriously.

Our Answer

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Skin-Safe Fabrics, Always

Every Oleka style is made from polyester-free, skin-safe fabric with UPF 50+ protection. It's a small step that we believe can make a real difference for millions of women.

Did you
know?

Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age — making it one of the most common yet underfunded conditions in women's health.

Symptoms vary widely and can include painful periods, chronic pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, fatigue, and infertility. Many women, like me, have no symptoms at all until it's severe.

Diagnosis can take 7–10 years on average due to a lack of awareness, research, and diagnostic tools. There is currently no cure.

Endometriosis can impact organs beyond the pelvis and significantly reduce quality of life, yet it receives disproportionately little funding compared to other conditions of similar prevalence.

10%

of women of reproductive age are affected by endometriosis worldwide — that's over 190 million people.

✦ Our Commitment ✦

What Oleka Promises You

Every bikini you buy is a vote for a world where women's health is taken seriously. Here's exactly what that means at Oleka.

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100% Polyester-Free Fabrics Every Oleka style is made without synthetic polyester — always, with no exceptions.

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A Portion of Every Sale Donated A portion of every purchase goes toward women's endometriosis health research.

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UPF 50+ Protection Skin-safe inside and out — our fabrics block 98% of harmful UV rays.

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Ongoing Advocacy & Awareness Through Oleka Talks and our Wave Makers community, we keep the conversation going.

Ride the Wave With Us.

Every suit you buy funds research, spreads awareness, and tells the world that women's health isn't a niche issue — it's everything. Let's make a difference together.

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