Tips for cleaning yoga sports vests to prevent deformation

Due to the material and design characteristics of yoga sports vests, they are prone to deformation during cleaning. The following introduces tips to prevent deformation from three aspects: preparation before cleaning, cleaning process, and post-cleaning treatment:

Preparations before cleaning

Check the clothes: Before washing, carefully inspect the yoga sports vest for any stains, damages or loose decorations. For local stains, you can first use a soft-bristled brush dipped in a small amount of mild detergent to gently scrub. This can prevent the stains from spreading during the cleaning process and also reduce the extensive rubbing of the vest during the subsequent overall cleaning.

Sorting and washing: Wash yoga vests of different colors and materials separately to prevent staining and deformation caused by mutual friction. Especially for dark and light vests, a strict distinction should be made to prevent dark-colored clothes from fading and contaminating light-colored ones. At the same time, if the vest has special decorations such as sequins or embroidery, it is best to wash them separately or together with clothes with similar decorations to reduce the risk of damage or deformation of the vest due to friction between the decorations and other clothes.

Prepare appropriate washing tools: Get a soft laundry bag ready. It can protect the vest during machine washing, reduce the friction between the clothes and the inner wall of the washing machine as well as the entanglement between the clothes, thereby lowering the chance of deformation. In addition, choose a soft brush and a clean towel for stain treatment and subsequent water absorption.

Cleaning process

Control water temperature: It is generally recommended to wash yoga sports vests with cold water or warm water not exceeding 30℃. High-temperature water can cause the elastic fibers in the fabric to contract, resulting in the vest deforming and losing its elasticity. For instance, sports vests containing spandex components tend to have their spandex molecular structure change easily at high temperatures, causing the vests to become loose. Cold or warm water can better maintain the original characteristics of the fabric.

Choose the right detergent: Use a mild neutral detergent and avoid detergents containing bleach, fabric softener or strong alkaline components. Bleach can damage the color of the fabric, fabric softener may affect the sweat absorption and breathability of the vest, and strong alkaline detergent can corrode the fabric fibers. Mild detergents like baby laundry detergent are good choices.

Control the washing force:

Hand washing: Put the vest in water with detergent and gently press it to allow the detergent to fully penetrate the fabric. For easily soiled areas such as the collar and cuffs, gently rub them with your fingers to avoid excessive pulling. The rubbing time should not be too long. Generally, 3 to 5 minutes is sufficient to prevent the fabric from being damaged or deformed.

Machine wash: Put the vest in the laundry bag and select the gentle washing mode. This mode simulates the hand washing action, reducing the intense stirring and friction on the clothes, and can effectively prevent the vest from deforming.

Post-cleaning treatment

Avoid excessive wring: After washing, do not wring out the yoga vest forcefully, as this may cause the fabric fibers to twist and deform. You can gently squeeze out the excess water with both hands, or wrap the vest in a clean towel and press it gently to allow the towel to absorb the water.

Proper drying: When drying, choose the right clothes hanger and avoid using overly thin ones to prevent leaving marks on the shoulders of the vest. Hang the vest naturally without overstretching it. It is best to dry the vest in a cool and well-ventilated place, avoiding direct sunlight. Intense sunlight can cause the fabric to fade, harden, and even lead to the aging of elastic fibers, affecting the shape and wearing comfort of the vest.

Storage and organization: When storing yoga sports vests, avoid squeezing and improper folding. You can lay the vests flat in the storage box or stack them neatly, but do not stack them too thickly to avoid wrinkles and deformation. The vest can also be hung up for storage, but it is important to choose a suitable hanger and storage location to prevent the vest from being deformed by external force.