Maintenance Tips

Care Instructions

WAX FABRIC

Recommendations Lavage Tissu Wax Afro Nation

Washing:

  • Cold water: Wash by hand or machine wash in cold water (maximum 30°C).
  • Mild detergent: Use a mild, bleach-free detergent. Avoid harsh detergents that could alter the colors.
  • Delicate cycle: If using a washing machine, choose a delicate cycle.

Drying:

  • Air drying: Prefer air drying in the shade. Avoid tumble drying, which could distort the fabric and fade the colors.
  • Do not wring: Do not wring the fabric to dry it, as this could damage it.

Ironing:

  • Gentle ironing: Iron at a medium temperature on the reverse side of the fabric. Use a pressing cloth to protect the fabric.
  • Avoid prints: Do not iron directly on the patterns to avoid damaging them.

Stains:

  • Act quickly: Treat stains as quickly as possible.
  • Suitable products: Use a stain remover specific to the type of stain, following the product instructions.
  • Pre-test: Test the stain remover on a small hidden area of the garment to ensure it does not discolor the fabric.

Additional tips:

  • Avoid chlorine and bleach: These products can discolor and damage wax fabric.
  • Do not soak too long: Prolonged soaking can alter the colors.
  • Store flat: To avoid creases, store wax garments flat in a wardrobe or on a shelf.

By following these tips, you can enjoy the beauty and originality of your wax garments for a long time.

100% organic cotton T-shirts

  • Washing:
    • Prefer machine washing at 30°C or hand washing in cold water.
    • Use a mild, ecological detergent, without bleaching agents or fabric softeners.
    • For stubborn stains, treat them before washing with a natural stain remover.
    • Do not dry clean.
  • Drying:
    • Preferably air dry, away from direct sunlight.
    • Avoid tumble drying to preserve the natural cotton fibers.
  • Ironing:
    • If necessary, iron at medium temperature on the reverse side of the fabric, avoiding the printed area.

Organic cotton and recycled polyester sweatshirts

  • Washing:
    • Follow the care instructions on the label.
    • Generally, machine washing at 30°C is recommended.
    • For colored sweatshirts, turn them inside out before washing to prevent colors from bleeding.
    • Do not dry clean.
  • Drying:
    • Preferably air dry, away from direct sunlight.
    • Avoid tumble drying to preserve the fibers.
  • Ironing:
    • Iron at medium temperature on the reverse side of the fabric, avoiding the printed area.

Organic Hoodie with Embroidery and Wax Fabric

  • Do not use bleach or whitening agents.
  • Machine wash on delicate cycle or hand wash in cold water.
  • Wash inside out.
  • Do not iron at too high a temperature.
  • Iron your embroidery INSIDE OUT.
  • Don't be afraid to use steam.

General Advice

  • Sort your laundry: Separate light colors from dark colors to avoid color transfer.
  • Do not overload your washing machine: Leave room for clothes to move freely and rinse properly.
  • Avoid fabric softeners: They can damage natural cotton fibers and reduce their ability to absorb moisture.
  • Repair your clothes: A button coming off or a seam coming undone? Don't hesitate to have your clothes repaired instead of throwing them away.
  • Do not use: Bleach, whitening agents, or fabric softener.

By following these tips, you will extend the life of your clothes and reduce your environmental impact.