Materials science specialist collaborates with airline to launch world’s first-ever functional travel wear.

Breakthrough Xpore Travel Fashion Shield sets the pace for today’s air travel trends.

Complementary travel essentials from Anscare, DermaAngel and Miacare make for a safe and pleasant journey.

The coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed the way people travel. Passengers now take extreme precautions for what used to be routine journeys. Spotting a need for travel wear that meets today’s travel requirements, BenQ Materials’ eco-friendly textile brand, Xpore, joined forces with China Airlines to create the world’s first-ever functional travel wear, the “Xpore Travel Fashion Shield”, a hoodie with a nanoporous membrane that’s waterproof-breathable and has been experimentally proven to block harmful factors* in the environment.

This one-of-a-kind collaboration between Taiwan’s leading materials science specialist and Taiwan’s premier international carrier opens opportunities for more crossover innovations in the travel accessories field. BenQ Materials also launched complementary travel essentials from its Anscare, DermaAngel and Miacare brands, including medical, skin, and vision care products for a safe and pleasant journey. All products are available from November 19th on China Airlines’ eMall website.

* According to ASTM F1671M-13, this fabric material has passed the bacteriophage penetration test by Intertek.

Safe travels in style with the Xpore Travel Fashion Shield

As a leading global polarizer manufacturer, BenQ Materials has parlayed its materials science expertise to develop innovative medical care and textile products based on its core membrane technology. In addition to its proprietary Anscare, DermaAngel and Miacare medical brands, BenQ Materials also extended its offerings to eco-friendly, breathable and waterproof performance textiles in 2020, with the cutting-edge Xpore brand focusing on urban sports and athleisure outerwear.

The concept of the Xpore Travel Fashion Shield was inspired by observing passenger behavior, which informed designers on its cutting style, storage and protective functions. The modern stylish hoodie is lightweight and easy to wear, and can be paired with a variety of outfits to express personal style. The elastic design around the hood, cuffs and waistband ensure full coverage around the head and body. The large front pocket is designed for easy access to travel essentials and avoids unnecessary touch points. The mask-holder buttons are thoughtfully crafted to prevent ear pain caused by wearing a mask for prolonged periods. All stitching lines are covered with transparent tape to block possible gaps. The Xpore Travel Fashion Shield is available in pink, blue and silver (US sizes: M, L, XL) and is a distinctive trend-setter for avant-garde urban wear.

At the core of Xpore’s technology is a layer of unique ultra-thin membrane which offers not only durable insulation against water and wind but also exceptional breathability and protection against harmful factors*. Aligned with BenQ Materials’ environmentally sustainable ethos, Xpore materials are produced using an entirely solvent-free process. Xpore’s dual achievement of eco-friendliness and impeccable performance attracted the interest of leading apparel brands, industry participants, and the media when it debuted at the world’s largest sports and functional fabric trade fairs — ISPO Munich 2020 and PERFORMANCE DAYS — where it gained international recognition and won prizes (ISPO Textrends Top Ten Awards and the Performance Award). Domestically, Xpore was included in the recently announced 2021 Taiwan Excellence Awards.

* According to ASTM F1671M-13, this fabric material has passed the bacteriophage penetration test by Intertek.

Anscare’s packed hydrating medical care

As many travelers can confirm, medical essentials come in handy when minor medical treatment is needed. Anscare’s “Long Lasting Hydrating Wound Care Pack”, exclusive to China Airlines’ eMall, includes hydrocolloid dressing and the LeniScar Silicone Stick. The dressing is waterproof, breathable, transparent and easy to use on wound. The LeniScar Silicone Stick’s innovative solid texture can be used without drying time — make-up and outfits can be worn immediately after application — and stays hydrated thanks to its 12-hour moisturizing formula. The pack also includes a compact lip balm, always convenient and indispensable for air travel.

Prevent mask breakouts with DermaAngel

While Covid-19 has made the wearing of face masks a routine habit, a possible side effect of prolonged use is skin irritation due to friction and heat, which leads to breakouts. DermaAngel’s Acne Care series provides remedies to restore healthy and beautiful skin with a variety of products ranging from basic to SOS special facial care. The best-selling Acne Patch is made from hydrocolloid materials, which block external contaminants. Its ultra-thin (0.01 cm) edges allow for an almost invisible appearance on to which make-up can be easily applied. Little wonder the patch has proven to be super popular among young beauty-conscious consumers! In 2020, DermaAngel introduced a new salicylic acid Acne Patch, which quickly won recognition from the Taiwan Excellence Awards. The patch is included in China Airlines’ eMall exclusive “Acne-free Clear Skin Pack”.

A must-have for cabin crew — silicone hydrogel contact lenses for long-haul flights

Research has shown that cabin air is three times drier than in the desert. This is often troublesome for passengers who wear contact lenses. Miacare’s contact lenses use a revolutionary technology called EautraSil Hydrophilic Silicone, an improvement from traditional silicone, and is a mixture of hydrophilic polymer and traditional hydrogel and forms a hydrophilic membrane that allows oxygen to circulate. This design guarantees a safe and comfortable user experience even on long-haul flights and has proven to be popular amongst cabin crew (the colored contact lenses are also a much sought-after date night must-have!) Consumers can now join the China Airlines eMall exclusive “$1 Trial Program” by filling in a simple online form at their nearest eyewear store to try out the comfortable experience personally.