Outlast Expands fresh2SKIN® Cooling Technology to Cotton and Viscose

Outlast Technologies has extended its fresh2SKIN® cooling technology to cellulose-based fibres, including cotton and viscose. The development enables the integration of cooling functionality while maintaining the natural properties of these materials.

Outlast Technologies has announced the expansion of its fresh2SKIN® cooling technology to cellulose-based fibres such as cotton and viscose. The development enables the combination of natural materials with a cooling effect and thermal comfort performance.

According to the company, the application of fresh2SKIN® is designed to retain the natural and soft handfeel of cotton and viscose fabrics. The finish is described as being minimally perceptible, allowing the textile to maintain its original smoothness and flexibility.

The technology provides an immediate cooling sensation when the fabric comes into contact with the skin. This effect is intended to be directly noticeable by consumers during product interaction, such as trying on garments.

fresh2SKIN® incorporates microcapsules containing natural wax, which are designed to absorb excess body heat and release it when temperatures decrease. This process supports temperature regulation and contributes to maintaining a stable microclimate, with the aim of reducing perspiration during use.

“Achieving this exceptionally natural handfeel on cellulose-based fibers such as cotton or viscose was a key objective for our development team,” says Volker Schuster, Head of Research & Development at Outlast Technologies. “Our goal was to integrate the fresh2SKIN® functionality without compromising the authentic character of these materials. The result are textiles that feel completely natural while delivering an immediately noticeable cooling effect.”

The company states that this development enables applications in products worn close to the skin, including T-shirts, underwear, activewear, sleepwear, and bedding textiles.