Sensitive Skin

SKIN COSMETICS

The number of people with sensitive skin is rising constantly. TENCEL® is the perfect fiber for sensitive skin. The skin-soothing effect of TENCEL® has been both tested and confirmed greatly appreciated by people with sensitive skin.

NATURAL SKIN BALANCE

An increasing number of people are reacting to environmental influences with skin problems.
Studies have shown that 50% of women and 40% of men testify to having a sensitive skin. The rise in skin diseases such as neurodermatitis and psoriasis is alarming.

Sensitive skin reacts particularly quickly to heat and cold as well as to physical and chemical irritations. This results in a reddening of the skin, itchiness and skin irritations. TENCEL® has the ability to help people with sensitive skin. The cellulose fiber is gentle to the skin and ensures a natural feeling of well-being. The combination of the following properties: moisture management, a cooling effect and a smooth fiber surface, prevents skin irritations and helps to maintain the balance of the skin.

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SMOOTH SOFTNESS

The smooth surface of the textile transforms softness into a perceptible force and prevents irritations of the skin. TENCEL® and its smooth fiber surface promote an optimal skin feeling. Rough fiber surfaces on the other hand can lead to irritations of the skin. If one compares the surfaces of cotton and TENCEL® , then the difference becomes patently obvious. Cotton fiber has an irregular, rough surface. TENCEL® is smooth and supple.

Cotton                 TENCEL®

If one compares the surfaces of cotton and TENCEL® , then the difference becomes patently obvious – only TENCEL® has a smooth and supple surface.

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AIR CONDITION FÜR DIE HAUT

Compared with cotton, TENCEL® feels much cooler when the temperature rises due to the particularly smooth surface and the high moisture uptake. In particular people with sensitive skin frequently suffer in warm temperatures. Independent studies have revealed that a cooling effect has a positive influence on one’swell-being.

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STORAGE CPACITY WITH NANO-STRUCTURE

	A subjective feeling of well-being depends greatly on the moisture absorption of the fibers. In the case of TENCEL®, submicroscopic canals between the individual nano fibrils ensure the absorption and release of moisture. The moisture absorption of TENCEL® is enormous. Compared to cotton, TENCEL® absorbs 50% more moisture.
Cotton       TENCEL®	The pictures show that only TENCEL® controls the moisture and absorbs it regularly. In addition TENCEL® absorbs 50% more moisture than cotton.

THE NATURAL HYGIENE FIBER

Bacteria do not stand a chance with TENCEL®. The tremendous capacity for TENCEL® to absorb moisture prevents the formation of bacteria because the moisture is immediately transported from the skin into the inside of the fiber. Thus no film of moisture forms on the fiber which can be the basis for bacterial growth. A reduction in bacterial growth also helps to prevent the formation of mold, mites and unpleasant smells.

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SENSITIVE SKIN - A HEALTH ISSUE

An increasing number of people suffer from sensitive skin. Environmental contamination and the rise in allergies heighten the interest in alternatives to conventional textiles. The combination of the natural properties of TENCEL® helps to prevent irritations of the skin – as research has shown.

Studies have proven that wearing TENCEL® clothes can lead to a significant improvement in well-being. A smooth fiber surface, thermal regulation and a high moisture absorption all favor a positive skin climate. Furthermore, textiles containing chemicals negatively effect particularly sensitive skin. TENCEL® is naturally pure and not burdened with chemicals.

TENCEL® PASSES THE TEST

33 children (2 - 12 years old) who suffer from neurodermatitis tested sleep suits of 100% TENCEL®. 
Study by Dr. Imke König, Stegersbach, Austria (fig. 01)

30 patients each with neurodermatitis and psoriasis compared commercially available clothing of TENCLE® with the clothes they had previously worn in the framework of a "wear test". Tests on the textile compatibility of TENCEL®,
Univ. Prof. Dr. T.L. Diepgen, University of Heidelberg, Germany (fig. 02) 

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NATURAL PURITY

Sensitive skin reacts to chemical irritations which can lead to a reddening of the skin or rashes. With TENCEL® you can feel the natural purity on your skin since TENCEL® is naturally pure and is not impuned with any pesticides or other agricultural chemicals. Another advantage is the eco-friendly manufacturing process behind the TENCEL® fiber. The revolutionary thing about this process is the almost complete recovery process of the solvent. The solvent is recovered by up to 99.5 % and is a guarantee that no toxic substances remain in the fiber.

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SKIN COSMETIC

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100% ORGANIC

The basis for TENCEL® is the replenishable raw material wood. Thus TENCEL® is 100% bio-degradable. The wood that is used originates from forestry plantations which practice sustainability and which have been awarded the European seal of quality PEFC and the international FSC. It is quite simply a good feeling to feel TENCEL® on your skin.

AWARDS FOR TENCEL®

PRODUCTION	RAW MATERIAL	TEXTILE APPLICATION
Lenzing AG has been presented with various awards for its particularly eco-friendly manufacturing process.	Wood is a replanishable raw material. When it comes to TENCEL®, only wood from forestry plantations which practice sustainability and which has FSC certification.	The TENCEL® fiber has a wide range of applications and contains no toxic substances. This also makes it suitable for babies.

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CLEAN PROCESSING

As a fiber, TENCEL® is pure, soft, natural and therefore ideally suited to sensitive skin. To uphold these properties in the textile, a lot depends on the further processing. The structure and finishing have an important influence on the comfort level of an article of clothing. Any chemical and mechanical irritations of the skin by fabrics have to be avoided.

FIBER	TIPS FOR FURTHER PROCESSING
The best result for sensitive skin is achieved with 100 % TENCEL® (1.3 dtex)	In knitted fabrics a permanently smooth surface can be obtained by means of mechanical defibrillation in the tumbler
TENCEL® MICRO (0.9 dtex) is pure softness on the skin	Fabrics can be mechanically defibrillated or finished at open-width
Blends with other fibers diminish the positive effect	The use of dyestuffs, optical brighteners and chemicals should be kept to a minimum
	*For more information please contact our service team

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WEAR COMFORT FOR THE SENSES

TENCEL® is gentle on the skin. The natural temperature and moisture regulating properties, as well as the superb skin-sensory characteristics of the cellulose fiber promote a pleasant and sensual wear comfort.

Wäsche	Bettwäsche	Kinder_ bekleidung

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