Silk Scarf Care
Do not use regular bath or laundry soap for washing silk because the alkalines will damage the fabric. Use a mild detergent like a wool wash and cool water to hand wash. Do not clean scarves in a washer, even on the gentle cycle, because excessive Agitation may damage the fibers.
If you can see stains like makeup or oil on the scarf, do some pretreating of those areas before hand washing. Apply a dab of the mild detergent directly to the stained spot. Work it into the fabric with your fingers. For at least fifteen minutes before you continue washing the entire scarf.
Tips to Keep your Silk Scarf at its Best:
Apply make-up, lotions, and perfumes and allow them to dry completely before you put on your scarf.
Always store your scarf in a dry place. Be sure the scarf is completely clean and use lavender to repel clothes eating insects which can attack the natural fiber silk.
Use non-acid tissue paper to soften the folds of a scarf and prevent severe creases which can break fibers.
