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Washing activewear requires strict adherence to textile science. Lycra elastane is sensitive to heat and mineral deposits. Home laundering routines that combine hot water cycles, heavy spin speeds, and commercial dryer sheets destroy the elastomeric core of yoga tights within six months.
To keep high-rise yoga tights structurally sound across several seasons, turn them inside out before placing them in a mesh laundry bag. Wash exclusively in cold water on gentle cycles using liquid detergents that leave no enzyme residue. Never use fabric softeners; the conditioning agents coat synthetic threads, trapping sweat odors and breaking down the Lycra filament. Hang-drying remains non-negotiable. Air drying preserves waistband tensile recoil and prevents the raw hems on unhemmed Align models from curling upward.
