Milliken & Company develops DermaSmart feel good fabric
01 Mar '06
3 min read
"And clothing plays a large contributing role in this.
Wearing a smoother, less irritating fabric directly against the patient's skin helps to reduce the irritation and itching, and this allows the oral and topical treatments to work more efficiently."
In 2003, Dr Draelos completed a study with patients who had eczema, atopic dermatitis or psoriasis, to compare 100 percent combed cotton t-shirts to DermaSmart.
She concluded that, "The study demonstrated statistically significant improvement in skin condition and decreased itching" in the patients who wore the DermaSmart shirts.
The symptoms it improved specifically were itching, and the appearance of dryness, scaling and peeling.
A clinical study she completed in early 2006 further verified these results.
DermaSmart garments are now available through Hill Dermaceuticals, Inc, in infant, children and adult sizes in several silhouettes, including long sleeved shirts and lounge pants.
The garments are recommended for use as pajamas, and for base layers to wear under everyday clothing or exercise gear.
Founded in 1865, Milliken & Company is a privately held textile and chemical company that employs approximately 10,000 associates worldwide.
Milliken operates over 60 manufacturing facilities in the US and 10 countries.
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