What is the Antimicrobial Finish on Allergy Armor?

The antimicrobial finish on Allergy Armor Advanced and Allergy Armor Ultra is an AEGIS microbe shield.

The AEGIS microbe shield is based on the unique properties of a certain polymer, 3-Trimethoxy silyl propyl dimethyl octadecyl ammonium chloride. One end of this polymer has long molecular chain that acts like a sword and punctures the cell membranes of microbes (bacteria, mold, etc.), killing the microbes. When applied to fabric, the microbe shield acts like a protective layer of swords.

The AEGIS microbe shield is not a chemical leaching technology. In other words, it is not a chemical treatment that kills microbes by poisoning them. Microbe death results from a physical action by the layer of "swords." The molecules do not transfer anything to the microbes or to human skin. The molecules to not rub off; they stay in place and remain effective. The microbe shield does not leach onto the skin, nor will it ever cross the skin barrier.

The AEGIS microbe shield is completely invisible, colorless, and odorless. It is safe for humans and the environment. The AEGIS microbe shield has been used in medical settings for over 30 years with absolutely no safety risks. Registered with the Environmental Protection Agency, it’s used in hospital clean rooms, on clean room garments, on surgical drapes, etc. It’s also used in baby diapers, socks, athletic equipment, etc. And now it’s even part of the Washington Redskins’ uniforms!

"What makes the AEGIS Microbe Shield unique is that it functions through a physical mode-of-action versus the chemical poisoning associated with traditional antimicrobials," said Curtis White, Chairman and CEO of AEGIS. "This physical mode-of-action prevents microbes from adapting to the shield so there is no ability for 'super bugs' to develop resistance."