Dreamskin garments relieve skin conditions
UK-based Dreamskin Health has launched what it describes as the world's first range of hydrating, medical-grade silk garments designed to relieve the itching and irritation of eczema and dermatitis.
According to the company, the secret to the new garments is a proprietary biomimetic copolymer matrix which is firmly bound to the surface of the silk and helps to regulate the skin’s water and temperature regulation functions.
Technical director, Howard Cairns, said: "We were inspired by looking at how the hydration of modern contact lenses is achieved and realised we could use our fabric engineering knowledge to produce a similar effect in fabric."
According to the company, garments made using this technology offer improved skin hydration and moisture regulation, reduce skin itching and irritation and decrease the contact between skin and irritants such as washing powder residue.
