Did you know fabric softener is destroying your leggings? Learn how to wash and care for your Tazila activewear to keep it smelling fresh and looking new for years.
You invest time and effort into your body, and you invest money into your Tazila sportswear to look and feel your best. But are you ruining that investment in the laundry room?
We often hear customers ask: “Why have my leggings lost their stretch?” or “Why does my shirt still smell funky even after washing?”
The answer usually isn’t the quality of the clothes—it’s how they are being washed. High-performance fabrics like the ones we use at Tazila require different care than your regular jeans or towels.
Here are the 4 Golden Rules to extend the lifespan of your favorite workout gear.
1. The #1 Enemy: Fabric Softener
This is the most common mistake. You might love the smell of fabric softener on your bedsheets, but it is kryptonite for sportswear.
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The Science: Fabric softeners work by coating fibers with a thin waxy layer.
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The Damage: This wax clogs the “pores” of technical fabrics, destroying their moisture-wicking ability. Essentially, it turns your breathable Tazila shirt into a plastic bag that traps sweat and bacteria.
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The Fix: Skip the softener entirely. If you want a fresh scent, use a specialized sports detergent.
2. Heat is Not Your Friend
Elastane (Spandex) is the magic material that gives Tazila leggings that perfect 4-way stretch and shape retention. However, Elastane hates heat.
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Wash in Cold Water: Hot water can break down the elastic fibers, leading to sagging and loss of compression over time. Always choose the “Cool” or “Cold” setting on your washer.
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Skip the Dryer: The intense heat of a tumble dryer literally “cooks” the spandex. Over time, this causes the fabric to become brittle and see-through.
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The Fix: Air dry is best. Hang your gear up or lay it flat. Don’t worry, our moisture-wicking fabrics dry incredibly fast!
3. Separate Your Loads
Have you ever pulled your smooth yoga pants out of the wash only to find them covered in lint or pills? That’s probably because you washed them with heavy cotton towels or denim.
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The Fix: Wash your activewear with other activewear. Heavy fabrics like denim cause friction (abrasion) which damages the smooth surface of performance fabrics.
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Pro Tip: Turn your leggings inside out before washing to protect the outer color and finish.
4. Use a Mesh Laundry Bag
There is nothing worse than a bra hook snagging on your favorite mesh tank top.
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The Fix: Invest in a simple mesh laundry bag. Place your sports bras (with hooks) inside the bag. This prevents them from twisting, stretching out, or snagging on other items in the machine.
Conclusion
Taking care of your sportswear doesn’t have to be complicated. By making these small adjustments to your laundry routine, you ensure that your Tazila gear stays supportive, sweat-wicking, and looking brand new for every single workout.
Treat your gear with respect, and it will support you through every rep, run, and stretch.
