Innovation of a Novel Method: Neem Extract Should Be Used Like a Dyes/Antimicrobial Agent in Garments or Fabric to Remove Odor Made by Sweat

The concern about environmental sustainability has gained global reach and focus in recent times, and with such focus, the textile industry has recently been espoused as a problem area. The aim of this study is to utilize neem extract (Azadirachta indica) on textiles as a natural dye and deodorizer, possessing sweat-resistant antimicrobial qualities. Neem is reported to exhibit strong antibacterial activity which can mitigate the population of body-odor-causing bacteria in textiles. The present research focuses on utilizing neem extract for the coloration of cotton and polyester fabrics and its antibacterial properties. We conducted color fastness, retentions, and antimicrobial tests against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli on neem-treated fabrics. The results obtained from the study suggest that neem extract can be utilized as a natural dye, while at the same time having high bacterial adhesive properties hence foul smells in the fabrics are minimized. This remarkable dual functionality enables neem extract to effectively replace synthetic colorants and treatments, which helps in making the textile manufacturing processes more environmentally friendly. In the end, this study illustrates the possibilities of utilizing neem extract in improving the performance of garments while making them more eco-friendly.