Selecting a Silicone Softener For Textiles

A hygienic, durable silicone softener which gives extraordinary smooth finish touch to varied-sized knits and garment. It can be easily applied by hand and also by machine in garment machine. It offers high-quality hygienic comfort and durability for all types of fabric. It also helps to protect the material and to retain the fabric's shine.

The main components of a silicone softener are aqueous oil and cetylated hydroxyapatite. These are the major ingredients which make the product work effectively. The product works on the fibers that are trapped in between the threads of the textile fabric. The product works on the fibers by absorbing moisture and keeping the fibers from turning into slimy, which leads to itchiness and rubbing. In fact, silicone softeners are safe for use in the household. There are no indications of allergic effect and hence one can use it even without any problems.

Silicone oil is used as a lubricating agent in the manufacture of silicone softener but some manufacturers prefer to use pure silicone oil in the manufacture of the product to give it a better and more stable texture. Some manufacturers also prefer to use pure emulsified silicone oil in the manufacturing of the product. A suitable softening agent should be chosen so that the emulsion property of the product matches with the textiles being used for application.

You should ensure that you choose the proper silicone softener so that the texture of the product is suitable with the type of material being used in the manufacturing. When you want to purchase a softener, you should request a brochure so that you can check if the product is suitable for your household. Some companies prefer to use a variety of emulsions such as aqueous, alkyd, vegetable, waxy, mica and silicon oil emulsions to manufacture their products so that they can provide the customer with various options in terms of texture and handle effects. Some companies also prefer to use microemulsification technology to manufacture their products so that micro particles of the liquid are released in the water during the manufacturing process.

You should ensure that you buy a silicone softener that is suitable for your textiles that will meet your requirements. Some of the requirements include soft handle effects, low water usage, durability, low maintenance cost, and easy application. You should always compare different blends because some of the blends have the same ingredients but have different texture, applications, and handle effects.

If you are looking for a specially developed softener for textiles that has all above specifications, you should prefer a hydrophilic micro silicone softener. Hydrophilic micro silicone softener is the ideal choice for textiles that are very delicate and need extra care while handling. The most preferred material for this type of softener is the blended alkyd based mixture of silicone oil and cotton. The blended alkyd polymer contains properties that make it compatible with the human body; it maintains the moisture level in the room and does not allow the accumulation of oils in the inner softness of the device. A hydrophilic silicone softener is very popular and most of the manufacturers prefer to use the blend of this material for manufacturing their products.