Abstract

MICROENCAPSULATION IN TEXTILE – AN OVERVIEW

D. Kamal Raj* and Neha Sah

Abstract

The radical changes in technology have made it possible to blend it seamlessly with any surface. With the size of technology getting smaller and smaller, fabric seems to be the most appropriate carrier for its application. Microencapsulation, the technology of enclosing active substances and their controlled release to impart specific benefits is gaining importance in biomedical fields. Relatively small size on capsules, the ease of application and low economic input are some of the factors encouraging scientists to exploit this technology for varied applications. In this review paper an attempt has been made to present complete insights to the micro-encapsulation process and materials involved in it, methods of application and their release mechanisms along with benefits and challenges faced during their application.

Keywords: Microcapsule, Cosmetotextiles, Coacervation, Polymer.