Wool in human health and well-being

Abstract

This paper reviews published and unpublished literature on the role of wool in human health and well-being. Human-based investigations, or those involving human simulations (manikins) were the focus. The principal parameters in the review were skin health, physical contact between textiles/garments and human skin (tactile acceptability—prickle, friction, allergies), thermal and moisture properties, human body odour, and sleep (bed clothes/sleepwear, bedding).