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Denim

Does freezing your denim actually clean them?

The claim

Putting jeans in the freezer kills bacteria and cleans denim without needing to wash them.

The truth

Freezing may temporarily reduce some bacteria and odours, but it doesn't remove sweat, body oils, dirt, stains, or the buildup that occurs from regular wear. The source of the odour remains trapped in the fabric. 

What to do instead

Refresh your denim between washes using a dedicated denim care product designed to neutralise odours and refresh the fabric without unnecessary laundering. This helps maintain colour, fit, and fabric quality while extending the life of your jeans. 

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The Lab recommends

Denim Refresh 125ml

Denim Refresh

Clean, refresh and protect your denim.

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Sneakers

Is it safe to put sneakers in the washing machine?

The claim

The washing machine is the quickest and easiest way to clean sneakers. 

The truth

Machine washing can damage glues, warp shoe shape, fade colours, weaken materials, and shorten the lifespan of your footwear. 

What to do instead

Spot clean and deep clean sneakers using products specifically designed for footwear. Proper sneaker care protects materials while effectively removing dirt and stains. 

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The Lab recommends

Sneaker Cleaner 125ml

Sneaker Cleaner

Clean deeper without putting your sneakers through the spin cycle.

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Hat

Can you wash your hat in the dishwasher?

The claim

A dishwasher is an easy solution for cleaning caps and hats. 

The truth

Dishwashers expose hats to high temperatures, harsh detergents, and water pressure that can distort shape, damage fabrics, weaken stitching, and fade colours. 

What to do instead

Clean hats using dedicated hat-care products designed to remove dirt and sweat while maintaining shape, structure, and finish. 

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The Lab recommends

Hat Cleaner 50ml

Hat Cleaner

For: Dirt, sweat, stains & body oils. A targeted clean for the grime your hat actually picks up.

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Apparel

Why do clothes shrink in the wash?

The claim

The washing machine causes clothing to shrink. 

The truth

Shrinkage is usually caused by excessive heat, incorrect wash settings, and tumble drying rather than the washing machine itself. 

What to do instead

Follow garment care instructions, wash at appropriate temperatures, and reduce unnecessary washes by refreshing garments between wears. 

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The Lab recommends

Apparel Refresh 125ml

Apparel Refresh

A probacterial solution designed to eliminate odors and revitalise your clothing between washes.

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Apparel

Does more detergent mean cleaner clothes?

The claim

Adding extra detergent will make clothes cleaner and fresher. 

The truth

Too much detergent often leaves residue behind, traps dirt within fibres, contributes to odours, and can even reduce cleaning performance. 

What to do instead

Use the correct amount of detergent and supplement your clothing care routine with garment refresh products to keep clothes fresher between washes. 

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The Lab recommends

Apparel Refresh 125ml

Apparel Refresh

A probacterial solution designed to eliminate odors and revitalise your clothing between washes.

Shop now: Apparel Refresh
General

If it survives the wash, is it clean?

The claim

If clothing looks clean after washing, it must be properly cleaned and cared for. 

The truth

A garment may appear clean while still suffering from detergent residue, trapped odours, fading, fibre damage, or reduced longevity caused by over-washing. 

What to do instead

Focus on caring for garments, not just cleaning them. Refresh items between washes and only wash when necessary to extend their lifespan. 

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The Lab recommends

Apparel Refresh 125ml

Apparel Refresh

A probacterial solution designed to eliminate odors and revitalise your clothing between washes.

Shop now: Apparel Refresh

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