How to Care for Merino 200 Oasis Headband

Quick answer

Wash your Merino 200 Oasis Headband in cool water on a gentle cycle with a mild wool detergent, then lay it flat to air dry away from heat and sunlight.

How to wash and dry your Merino 200 Oasis Headband

1. Check the care tag: Look at the sewn-in label inside the headband. It confirms the fabric blend and gives the manufacturer's washing instructions. Most merino headbands can be machine washed on a delicate cycle. Ignore the tag only if you are hand washing; otherwise, follow its temperature and cycle recommendations.
2. Turn the headband inside out: Turning it inside out protects the outer surface from pilling and reduces friction against other garments in the wash. This step is especially important if you machine wash with other items. If you skip this, the headband's exterior may show wear faster, especially near the seams.
3. Use cool water and a gentle cycle: Set your machine to cool water (below 86°F / 30°C) and the delicate or wool cycle. Add a small amount of mild wool detergent—never use bleach, fabric softener, or enzyme-based stain removers. These can damage merino fibers and reduce natural odor resistance. Hot water or a regular cycle can shrink or felt the headband. If you must hand wash, use lukewarm water and gentle squeezing, not wringing.
4. Wash with like colors: Sort your laundry so the headband is washed only with similar colors (e.g., other dark or neutral tones). This prevents dye transfer from bright or new items. If the headband is white or light, wash it separately or with other light merino pieces. A stray red sock can permanently discolor a light headband—check the load before starting.
5. Rinse thoroughly and remove excess water: After the wash cycle ends, remove the headband promptly. Gently press it between two clean towels to absorb moisture. Do not twist or wring, as that can stretch or distort the shape. Leaving the headband wet in the machine can cause musty odors—take it out as soon as the cycle finishes.
6. Lay flat to dry away from heat: Place the headband on a dry towel or a mesh drying rack in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, radiators, or heaters. Reshape it gently while damp. Do not hang it, as the weight of water can stretch the band. Drying typically takes 6–12 hours. Never put a merino headband in a tumble dryer—even low heat can cause shrinkage. Air drying preserves the fit and softness.

Product facts

• Unisex Merino 200 Oasis Headband: The Merino 200 Oasis Headband provides soft, breathable and naturally odour-resistant performance and protection while running, hiking or training in cold conditions. Because it's designed for active use in cold weather, proper care keeps the merino's natural breathability and odor resistance intact so the headband stays fresh between washes.