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A comprehensive glossary of hosiery terms:

Actifresh – A hygiene product that is added to hosiery to give a feeling of freshness, especially during warmer weather conditions. This takes the form of a lightly fragranced anti-perspirant and often a lavender-softening product is also added to give a smooth feel and a delicate perfume.

Boarding – A process that is used in hosiery manufacture to improve the final presentation. This is usually done after dying, when the damp hosiery is pulled over metal forms (originally made of wood – hence “boarding”) and subjected to pressure and steam. The high temperatures combine with the yarn used to ensure that the shape is set.