Kylie by Ontex Healthcare

Caring for your Kylie

The washing and care instructions that keep a Kylie absorbing at full performance for years.

To wash a Kylie: rinse thoroughly in cold water, machine wash on a hot cycle at 65°C for at least 10 minutes, never use fabric softener, spin well, then line dry or tumble dry below 80°C. Wash once before first use. Correct laundering ensures maximum effectiveness and durability; any deviation from these instructions may damage the product or impair its performance. Kylies can be laundered in domestic or commercial washing machines.

Washing instructions, step by step

1

Before first use

Wash your Kylie once before using it. The range is designed for minimal shrinkage, and most of it occurs in the first few washes.

2

Rinse cold

Rinse thoroughly in cold water before commencing the hot wash cycle.

3

Hot wash at 65°C

To achieve disinfection, wash for at least 10 minutes in a hot cycle at 65°C, about the temperature of a domestic hot water service. Never exceed 80°C.

4

Spin well

The fluid-retaining layers hold water, so spin out as much as possible before drying.

5

Dry below 80°C

Line dry, drying cabinet or tumble dryer are all fine below 80°C. Keep the fabric away from direct contact with heating elements.

Do and do not

Do

Use neutral or mildly alkaline washing powders, following the manufacturer's instructions, and rinse thoroughly
Dissolve or disperse any laundry additive fully in water before it touches the Kylie, so the additive works and the pad stays in good condition
If heavily soiled, a hypochlorite-based bleach or disinfectant may be used, correctly diluted before it contacts the product
Launder in domestic or commercial machines

Do not

Do not use fabric softener, ever. It coats the surface and interferes with the absorption of urine, permanently reducing performance
Do not exceed 80°C in the wash or the dryer, as it causes long term damage
Do not pour concentrated bleach directly onto the Kylie, and avoid prolonged bleach use, which deteriorates fabrics and threads
Take care with domestic twin tub machines: high speed side-wall impellers can damage the product and are not recommended
Do not use an electric blanket with a Kylie; exposing electrical products to liquid is a safety hazard

Keep a spare in the rotation

It is a good idea to have three Kylies: one on the bed, one in the wash and a spare ready to go. That way the bed is protected every night without waiting on laundry.

See the Kylie range

More questions? The Kylie FAQs cover placement, absorbency and buying. Curious how the layers work? See Kylie technology. For worn protection to pair with your Kylie, browse the full Ontex range or order free samples.