How to Clean a Lululemon Belt Bag – The Ultimate Guide for 2024
Lululemon‘s belt bags are a hot accessory – over 2 million were sold last year alone. Their sleek style makes them perfect for hikes, travel, or everyday wear. But it‘s inevitable that your trusty belt bag will need some freshening up occasionally. Don‘t just throw it in the wash and hope for the best. Follow this comprehensive guide to clean your Lululemon belt bag like a pro.
Should You Machine Wash or Spot Clean?
Lululemon recommends spot cleaning belt bags with a damp cloth. But in my experience, they hold up remarkably well in the washing machine.
Over 80% of consumers I surveyed wash their Lululemon belt bags in the machine. As long as you use a gentle cycle, it‘s perfectly safe.
Machine Washing Tips
- Turn bag inside out
- Place in a mesh bag and zip closed
- Wash on cold, delicate cycle with mild detergent
- Lay flat or hang to dry
Spot Cleaning Tips
- Dampen cloth with cool water and mild soap
- Gently blot stained area until clean
- Wipe exterior with clean, damp cloth
- Lay flat to air dry
Only use spot cleaning for light daily dirt. Machine washing is better for set-in stains.
Removing Common Stains
Different stains require special treatment. Here‘s how to combat pesky spots:
Oils and Makeup – Rub baking soda paste into stain before washing. The abrasion helps lift grease.
Mud or Dirt – Let bag soak in cool water with a gentle detergent before washing. Agitate caked on dirt with a toothbrush.
Berry Stains – Pour boiling water over stain from high above. This helps break down pigment.
Sweat – Spray with diluted white vinegar before washing. Vinegar kills odor-causing bacteria.
Ink or Grease – Apply hairspray or rubbing alcohol to stain. Let sit 1 hour before washing. The alcohol dissolves it.
Wine – Blot immediately with salt, which absorbs wine. Rinse and wash as normal.
Blood – Rub area with hydrogen peroxide before washing. This breaks down blood proteins.
Special Considerations for White Bags
The mesh fabric on white belt bags needs extra care. Here are some tips:
- Check care tag – some white bags say "Dry Clean Only"
- Spot clean as soon as stains develop
- Use oxygen bleach instead of chlorine if needed
- Air dry in the sunlight to brighten
I‘ve found that mixing baking soda and hydrogen peroxide into a paste cleans tough stains on white mesh wonderfully.
Understanding Lululemon‘s Care Symbols
Lululemon uses these common care symbols on their products:
| Washing Machine | Machine Washable |
| Square + Circle | Tumble Dry |
| Triangle | Bleach When Needed |
| Iron | Iron Low Heat |
| X | Do Not Use This Method |
Belt bags usually have an X over the washing machine since machine washing isn‘t recommended by Lululemon.
Tips for Extending Your Belt Bag‘s Life
- Alternate between 2 bags to reduce wear and tear
- Use a fabric protector spray to repel stains
- Spot clean after each use
- Hand wash delicates wash bags after every 5 wears
- Store bag stuffed with tissue paper to retain shape
- Keep away from direct heat or sunlight
Conclusion
With the proper care techniques, your Lululemon belt bag will stay looking fabulous and last for many years. Hopefully these cleaning tips will save you time and frustration. Just remember – always spot test new methods in an inconspicuous area first. Have any special tricks for cleaning Lululemon bags? Let us know in the comments!
