Carrington Knowledge Hub Cotton, a soft and fluffy staple fibre, has been a staple of human life for centuries. This natural fibre, harvested from the seedpods of the cotton plant, is not only comfortable but also boasts a variety of properties that make it highly versatile. Composition and Characteristics Primarily cellulose, a complex carbohydrate, cotton fibers are known for their strength, durability, and breathability. They are
Roti scrub is the latest skincare fad which not many people know about. Indian households can’t do without their favorite comfort which is roti/ chapati/ Indian flatbread. Rotis are a rich source of fibre and protein, but every household does have leftover Rotis which are usually discarded or thrown away. Before you throw away your chapatis. Hold on. Did you know that they can be
Innovative fabrics are textiles that combine the innovative potential of material that exist around us with the technical capabilities that man has formulated. These textiles can also take inspiration from nature in the forms of biomimicry. Innovative fabrics identify the loopholes in using traditional and commercial fabrics and offer solutions to various problems or concerns that these textiles were not capable of addressing.