Review Article
Biologically Plant-Based Pigments in Sustainable Innovations for Functional Textiles – The Role of Bioactive Plant Phytochemicals
Alka Madhukar Thakker* and Danmei Sun
School of Textiles and Design, Heriot-Watt University, UK
Alka Madhukar Thakker, School of Textiles and Design, Heriot- Watt University, TD1 3HF, UK.
Received Date: March 29, 2021; Published Date: June 01, 2021
Abstract
The fossil-based emissions and effluents from the textile wet processing units have acute implications on the environment and human wellbeing. Therefore, a paradigm shift towards sustainable alternative materials and technology has become imperative. Thus, the overview herein emphasizes the sustainable chemistry that ubiquitously exists to propel ecological textile processing with herbal biomaterials. The review paper succinctly accentuates the efficient qualities of bioactive plant pigments for functional textiles. The paper also outlines the sustainable method of processing with plant phytochemicals. The eco-friendly herbal materials as an excellent example of Biomimicry is presented. Likewise, the multi-disciplinary research approach is discussed herein to refute global dilemmas and impel holistic ecological outcomes. The circular materials for the circular economy are detailed.
Keywords:Sustainable chemistry; Bioactive pigments; Herbal colors; Functional fabrics; Sustainable textiles
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Alka Madhukar Thakker, Danmei Sun. Biologically Plant-Based Pigments in Sustainable Innovations for Functional Textiles – The Role of Bioactive Plant Phytochemicals. 8(3): 2021. JTSFT.MS.ID.000689.
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