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The probiotics you eat and rub can now be put into textiles. HeiQ, a Swiss company specializing in innovative textile solutions, has launched a 100% bio-based long-lasting textile surface finishing technology that uses active probiotics and selected The power of probiotics strengthens the skin microbiota and adds new force to the skin-beautifying textile market. The first wave will be exhibited at the ISPO exhibition in Munich, Germany from November 28th to 30th.
HeiQ said that HeiQ Skin Care is a "synbiotic" textile finishing agent designed for clothing and home textiles that are close to the skin. It aims to provide a balanced microbiome for the skin and create a favorable environment for the skin's natural repair mechanism. The so-called "synbiotics" refer to the synergistic combination of probiotics and prebiotics (substances that are less digestible or absorbed by the human digestive tract, but help the growth of probiotics).
"HeiQ Skin Care is a textile innovation that brings together the power of probiotics and prebiotics to strengthen the skin microbiome and overall skin appearance." Mike Abbott, CEO of HeiQ Textile and Carpet Division, emphasized that HeiQ Skin Care uses 100% biological Based on ingredients, we seamlessly integrate slow-release prebiotics and probiotics into a bio-based textile matrix, enriching the diversity of skin microbiota and retaining their effectiveness even after repeated use and washing of textiles.
A second layer of skin that cares for the first layer of skin
According to the researchers, the skin is the largest organ of the human body and home to a diverse community of microorganisms known as the skin flora. These microorganisms play a vital role in maintaining healthy skin, forming a protective barrier against harmful substances. However, multiple factors such as hormones, genes, diet, smoking, environmental exposure, and excess UV radiation can disrupt this balance, leading to skin problems such as rashes, acne, psoriasis, rosacea, skin irritations, redness, eczema, and odor. Therefore, maintaining the balance of the skin microbiome is crucial to maintaining the integrity of the skin.
Researchers said that HeiQ Skin Care is suitable for all kinds of textile fibers, including natural fibers and synthetic fibers, and is suitable for all textiles that are in direct contact with the skin. The purpose is to allow HeiQ Skin Care to be used at any time when people are working, exercising, and leisure activities. In a single environment, it can also be used in bedding such as sheets and pillows.
In addition, HeiQ pointed out that wear tests in the research and development stage have proven that synbiotics (prebiotics and probiotics) can be continuously released to the skin, creating conditions for cultivating a balanced microbiome.