"The textile cosmeto began in the 1990s," recalls Delphine Viguier, general manager of Lascad and initiator in 2011 of the Mixa shortys. I remember Hermes scarves containing perfumed microcapsules that released their fragrance for a few days. Then Dim launched in the years two thousand tights stuffed with slimming , but not strong enough to mark the spirits. Today, things have evolved: smart textiles are even more so, and the market is growing.

Intelligent textile: Lytess push-up lingerie

Women are increasingly eager to get results, says Marc Vautier, marketing director of Lytess, one of the pioneers in textile cosmetics. The coating techniques, the knitting of the meshes have improved, and the process using microcapsules is now at the point. " We put specific assets in these micronized capsules of 5 to 20 microns (size of a red blood cell). There are millions per square centimeter, he explains. They are either slimming molecules, based on caffeine or moisturizers, mostly shea. These microcapsules are coated in a kind of glue that allows them to withstand at least 29 washings, either manually or machine-operated at 30 ° C. "The wearers love these underwear and even when the cosmetic product has disappeared, there remains the sheathing, which" erases "centimeters. " We weave with circular looms, " says Marc Vautier. This makes it possible to adapt to all morphologies . »Latest innovations Lytess: a brassiere bra with microcapsules filled with firming active ingredients (copaiba and elemi) that strengthen elastin and collagen fibers in the chest; and the anti-cellulite panty . " Its alveoli mass the surface of the skin, boosting the blood circulation. Its microcapsules contain algae, ivy. Their draining effect combined with the minifrictions of the troughs and bosses of the mesh result in an improvement in the appearance of the skin in less than a month, provided they are worn every day, "assures the marketing director of the brand.

Review by VB. The first hour is surprising for those who are not used to being "clad". But one becomes accustomed so that even when the microcapsules are empty, one continues to wear these underwear. On the active side, they are not more effective than a good cream, but one gains a few minutes of application morning and evening.

Smart Textile: Mixa's anti-uv tee-shirts

After having proposed the first slimming shorty (610,000 copies since the launch, in 2011), in large and medium-sized areas, the Mixa launches this year, in addition to leggings with a slimming effect, anti-cellulite and heavy anti-leger legs, UV " We start with children's sizes, 3-4 years, 5-6 years," says Delphine Viguier. Protection is achieved at two levels: a specific fabric that ensures an IP50 and a filter that impregnates it like a dye, is water-resistant (more than forty washes at 40 ° C) and hours of water bubbling The filter, titanium dioxide IP50 guaranteed by the international standard UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor), is of course validated for use on sensitive skin. "The polyester and spandex tee-shirt, which fits neatly on the neck and sticks to the body, provides unparalleled protection and comfort for toddlers.

Review by VB. Congratulations and thank you for avoiding us to run every two hours after children armed with solar 50 . The t-shirt is well cut. Adult sizes are expected.

Smart textile: Wrangler slimming jeans

Apart from lingerie, smart textiles are gaining ground. Example: Mixa leggings released this spring or Wrangler jeans. " We have always favored the cut and style of our trousers," says Anne-Laure Chansel, France's marketing director for the brand. But, with the Denim Spa, three skinny references, we wanted to offer our customers a real plus: care. In a Stretch canvas, microcapsules in contact with the skin release moisturizing agents (model Olive Extract), soothing, special sensitive skin (model Aloe Vera), or anti-cellulite (model Smooth Legs). All microcapsules contain natural oils, shea butter, squalane that provide tonicity by blending naturally with the skin. In the Smooth Legs, seaweeds, retinol and caffeine have an anti-cellulite and orange peel action. " The manufacture of these cosmetic-textiles requires stable, water-resistant ingredients that are firmly integrated into the fiber," says Anne-Laure Chansel. Thus, they support six to eight machines at 40 ° C. The effectiveness of Smooth Legs (proven up to six washes) can be reactivated thanks to a spray that permeates the fabric again for about ten cleanings. »Latest innovation: the Denim Colors, d have the fiber loaded with cosmetic fruit extracts (nourishing oils and perfumes) matched to their bright colors .

Review by VB. The Stretch material is very soft and the mesh really soft. This avoids the effect of crocodile on the legs. And, icing on the cake, they are perfectly cut. When is a high waist?

Intelligent textile: the communicating fiber signed So'Slim

Brand new on the market, the So'Slim brand has just launched moisturizing or slimming underwear . " Knitting is developed to release cellulite by activating microcirculation," explains its director, Sophie Duguet. I use natural assets (marine algae) with a remanent diffusion guaranteed for thirty days. A bioceramic crystal fiber improves the drainage and, by ensuring a thermoregulation of the body heat, allows better penetration of slimming molecules. A control pellet attached to the back of the garment changes from pink to white when the assets are depleted. Only the massage function remains. But I will launch in the next few days sera that will "recharge" the fibers into slimming active ingredients. "