Abstract: The present invention describes methods and product for protection against microbial colonization associated with the use of hygienic products, such as diapers, bandages, sanitary napkins, tampons, gowns, facemasks, table covers, and the like, through significantly minimizing, inhibiting, or preventing microbial colonization in the hygienic product material. The present invention provides for using a hygienic product containing at least one inner layer of its composition that is integrated with an effective amount of natural, viable, non-pathogenic, antimicrobial, Terpinen-4-ol, for inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms. The method used for integrating the natural antimicrobial product, the Terpinen-4-ol, to the selected sanitary product layer utilizes, amongst others, a nanotechnology process.

Abstract: Presented is an absorbent undergarment with the ability to sense urine, feces and continuously monitor and display the body temperature of the user. The novel integrated undergarment also allows for a contact liquid crystal thermochromic indicator to visually display the user's body temperature. The device may further have the ability to relay the body temperature reading via wireless communication to a remote location, such as a monitoring base, a computer, a Bluetooth receiver, or a handheld wireless device.