How to Wash and Care for Your Astral Soft Hemp Tee

Quick answer

Wash your Astral Soft Hemp Tee inside out on a gentle cycle with cold water, then air dry to preserve the fabric and screen print.

How to wash your Astral Soft Hemp Tee

1. Turn the tee inside out: This protects the front and back prints from rubbing against other clothes or the machine drum. A common mistake is leaving the tee right-side out, which can cause the Lotus design to crack or fade faster.
2. Select cold water and a gentle cycle: Cold water prevents shrinkage and preserves the natural fiber blend. A gentle or delicate cycle reduces mechanical stress on the fabric. Hot water or a heavy-duty cycle can shrink the tee and weaken the print adhesive.
3. Use a mild liquid detergent: Pour a small amount of mild detergent into the machine. Avoid bleach, fabric softeners, or enzyme-based stain removers, which can break down hemp fibers. Powdered detergents may not dissolve fully in cold water and can leave residue on dark colors.
4. Air dry flat or hang dry: Lay the tee flat on a drying rack or hang it on a clothesline away from direct sunlight. Do not use a tumble dryer. Machine drying on high heat is the fastest way to shrink a hemp tee. Even low heat can distort the fit over time.
5. Iron on low heat if needed: If the tee comes out wrinkled, iron it inside out on a low setting. Avoid steam directly on the print. A hot iron on the front can melt or crack the screen print, so always iron the reverse side.

Product details

• Soft Hemp Tee: Comfort and style in two of Nature's most trusted and softest materials. Clean Lotus on the front, distressed on the back. The blend of natural fibers means the tee stays soft but needs a gentle wash cycle to protect the print and prevent fiber damage.