Fashion tips for pairing yoga wear with yoga pants

When machine washing a yoga sports vest, improper operation can easily lead to its deformation and damage, affecting its service life and wearing experience. The following are the matters needing attention during machine washing:

Preparatory work

Check the clothes: Carefully examine the yoga sports vest for any damage, loose threads, or loose decorations. If there are any, it is best to carry out simple repairs first, such as sewing the loose threads with a needle and thread and reinforcing the loose decorations to prevent further damage during machine washing. For vests with stubborn stains, local treatment can be done first. Use a soft-bristled brush dipped in a small amount of mild detergent to gently scrub the stained area, and then machine wash.

Categorized placement: Separate yoga vests of different colors and materials to prevent dark-colored clothes from fading and contaminating light-colored ones. At the same time, separate the vests with metal accessories (such as zippers and buttons) from other clothes to prevent the metal accessories from scratching other clothes or damaging the inner walls of the washing machine during machine washing.

Use a laundry bag: Choose a laundry bag of appropriate size and put the yoga vest in it. Laundry bags can reduce the tumbling and friction of vests in the washing machine, lowering the risk of deformation and damage. If you have multiple vests, you can put them in different laundry bags according to their size and material, but do not fill them too full to ensure that the vests have enough space to flip through inside the laundry bags.

Detergent selection

Mild and neutral: Choose a mild neutral detergent and avoid using detergents containing bleach, fabric softener or strong alkaline components. Bleach can damage the color of the fabric and cause the vest to fade. Fabric softener may form a film on the surface of the fabric, affecting the sweat absorption and breathability of the vest. Strong alkaline detergents will corrode the fabric fibers and reduce the quality of the vest. For example, baby laundry detergent is usually mild and suitable for cleaning yoga sports vests.

Use in appropriate amounts: Pour the detergent into the washing machine as per the instructions. Excessive detergent is not only difficult to rinse clean, but may also remain on the surface of the vest, irritating the skin. Too little detergent cannot effectively clean the stains on the vest.

Washing mode and parameter Settings

Gentle mode: Select the gentle washing mode of the washing machine. This mode simulates the hand washing action, reducing the strong stirring and friction on the clothes, and can effectively prevent the vest from deforming. Some washing machines may also have dedicated washing modes such as "sportswear" and "fine clothes", and you can also choose these modes to clean yoga sports vests.

Control water temperature: It is generally recommended to use cold water or warm water not exceeding 30℃ for cleaning. High-temperature water can damage the elastic fibers in the fabric, causing the vest to lose its elasticity and affecting the fit and comfort when worn. For instance, some sports vests containing spandex components may experience changes in the molecular structure of spandex under high-temperature conditions, causing the vest to become loose.

Adjust the speed: Set the spin-drying speed of the washing machine to a lower gear. High-speed dehydration will subject the vest to a relatively large centrifugal force, making it prone to deformation. Although a lower rotational speed may take longer to dehydrate, it can better protect the shape of the vest.

Machine washing process and subsequent treatment

Avoid washing heavy objects together: Do not machine wash the yoga vest with thick and rough clothes such as jeans and coats. These clothes may squeeze and rub against the vest during the washing process, causing it to deform or get damaged.

Take it out and dry it in time: After machine washing, take the yoga sports vest out of the washing machine as soon as possible to avoid soaking it in water for a long time. Then dry it in the correct way. Choose a cool and well-ventilated place, avoid direct sunlight, and hang it naturally on a suitable hanger without overstretching it.