ESSENTIAL OIL INFUSION FOR AROMA-ENHANCED FABRICS
ESSENTIAL OIL INFUSION FOR AROMA-ENHANCED FABRICS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.46662/plantarum.v6i2.55Abstract
Pure essential oils, such as lavender, rosemary, and tea tree oil, were used in this study to aromatize cotton, silk, and
polyester fabrics. The use of essential oils to create aroma finishes in cotton, silk, and polyester fabrics improves the
user experience by offering a revitalizing aroma and health advantages including stress reduction and relaxation. This
strategy satisfies consumer desire for natural and sustainable solutions while enhancing the value and differentiating
textile items on the market. Furthermore, essential oils have antibacterial qualities that effectively suppress odors and
preserve the freshness of fabrics. This adaptable technique works with a wide range of fabric types, increasing textile
manufacturers' competitiveness by satisfying modern customer demands for items that are both multipurpose and
health-promoting. Following infusion, the infused samples are examined and contrasted with the samples' pre- and
post-washing scent persistence. Pad-dry-cure is the application method used. The samples are then heat-pressed to
seal the fabric's finish. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3), was employed as a binder to bond the scent
to the fabric. The experiment's findings indicated that the scent of lavender oil lasted a moderate amount of time on
cotton, silk, and polyester fabric. The scent of rosemary oil was moderately persistent on cotton, mildly persistent on
silk, and medium persistent on polyester fabric. For cotton, silk, and polyester fabric, the tea tree aroma persisted to a
significant degree. Pure essential oils (lavender, rosemary, and tea tree oil) were used to aromatize cotton, silk, and
polyester fabrics. The results showed significant improvements in scent durability and fabric properties.