Authors S. Petrusic, V. Koncar
Textile structures with embedded microcapsules loaded with an active agent are applied in many areas such as medicine, cosmetics, and wellness. The fabrication of textile-based systems for the controlled release of an active agent is a demanding process due to numerous requirements such as efficient protection of entrapped material, its availability and release at a controlled rate, as well as efficient embedding of microcapsules into the textile substrate. controlled release and microencapsulation while highlighting the role of textiles in the release of various active agents. Challenges in developing an efficient textile-based vehicle for controlled release will be outlined. In addition, aspects of complexity in the incorporation of microcapsules in a variety of textile structures will be highlighted. Parameters such as the composition of microcapsule polymer walls, types of binders/cross-linkers, the method of embedding microcapsules, and their durability will be discussed. An overview of the controlled release of microencapsulated active agents, such as drugs, fragrances, vitamins, or insect repellents will be presented. Future trends in controlled release from textiles
