How to Clean a Sauna Suit: A Guide to Keeping It Fresh

A sauna suit can be an athlete’s best friend when training. Whether used for boxing, MMA, or another type of sport, the suit design retains body heat which supercharges calorie burn and improves blood circulation and muscle relaxation to aid in injury recovery. 

Due to frequent use, it’s important to know how to clean a sauna suit (and be consistent with care) to promote good hygiene and protect the suit’s longevity. Without proper cleaning, the material can be damaged and reduce its effectiveness – plus, it can become a breeding ground for bacteria.

Fortunately, sauna suit care is relatively easy. In this blog, we’re sharing the best tips and tricks for keeping your sauna suit looking, smelling, and performing its best.

Step-by-Step Sauna Suit Care

In terms of care, the first question people ask is: can I put my sauna suit in the washing machine? Hand-washing is recommended to prevent damage and/or shrinking of the material. 

Even the smallest tears can affect the suit’s performance and grow into larger rips over time. However, Hayabusa sauna suits are machine washable in cold water when set to the gentle cycle.

This conveniently saves time, while preserving the condition of your sauna suit, so you can have it ready for your next workout session. Either way, it’s important to care for your sauna suit by following these simple steps. 

Step 1: Turn Your Suit Inside Out After Use

Though there may be dirt or the occasional stain on the outside of your sauna suit, it’s the inside that will need the most cleaning because that’s where the sweat is. The best way to clean a sauna suit is to turn it inside out before washing.

Step 2: Spot Treat Stains

Prepare a bucket with water mixed with a small amount of mild laundry detergent. Then, apply spot treatment like you would other clothing to areas that need extra attention, or let your sauna suit soak in the soap water for 10-15 minutes to loosen any stains. 

Step 3: Wash and Rinse Thoroughly

Gently rub the suit with your hands and soapy water to loosen any grime. Then, rinse the suit in a tub filled with fresh water. 

Squeeze out the excess and repeat the rinsing process to eliminate any residual suds. At this step, you can opt for the washing machine when following the proper instructions. 

Simply put it in the machine’s drum and use the cold water setting on the gentle cycle.

Step 4: Air Dry

As with the washing machine, the tumbling of the dryer plus the heat can shrink sauna suit material and damage it. It’s best to air dry your sauna suit, regardless of whether you wash it by hand or use the machine, in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.

These easy-to-follow sauna suit maintenance tips will preserve its durability and ensure its purpose in amplifying your performance. 

Hayabusa Sauna Suits: Engineered for Easy Care

Washing sauna suits regularly prevents lingering odors and keeps them in the best shape. Hayabusa takes the hassle out of hand-washing when learning how to clean a sauna suit, which is especially advantageous if you’re wearing a sauna suit multiple days a week. 

Fighters and other athletes like the performance value sauna suits offer when they need to shed weight quickly or amp up their cardio activity. The Hayabusa design is sleek and suited for the most rigorous of workouts and includes a side zipper on the upper part to make it easy to put on and take off.

Also, since both the Hayabusa Pro Sauna Suit and Hayabusa Pro Hooded Sauna Suit are made with 100% nylon and PVC-coated fabric, they’re designed for manageable care and maintenance, while also being able to withstand intense workouts.

Take your training to the next level, and invest in a sauna suit that will allow you to go full out. Whether you need a sauna suit for men or want a sauna suit for women, all of Hayabusa’s Sauna Suit Collection is unisex to help you find your best fit.