WITH the UK still facing cold weather, it's no surprise most of us are bundled up under our puffer jacks.
They're a lifesaver at keeping us toasty during the winter months but can be tricky to clean.
Fortunately, a man has shared his tips and tricks for cleaning his North Face puffer coat without ruining the stuffing of it.
He said you first want to turn the coat inside out and do up all of the zips.
Jack then used a mild detergent and a laundry sanitiser to wash the jacket on a low and delicate wash cycle.
Once done, you can then put it in the tumble dryer on a low temperature.
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Crucially, you need to add dryer balls to the cycle to help to keep your jacket puffy and re-distribute the filling.
Jack added: "I'm going to check it every 15 minutes and give it a good shake."
For those without a tumble dryer, Jack said you can still give it a wash but the drying process would take much longer.
"You could line dry it, just make sure you’re constantly giving it a really generous shake every 20-30mins. It will take A LOT longer to dry, but it can be done," he explained.
Once the dryer cycle has finished, take your jacket out and shake it again, making sure it's fully dry before you wear it again as it can cause the stuffing to go mouldy.
Jack added in the caption that this simple guide is enough to make your puffer look 'as good as new'.
The black material the coat is made from is often difficult to keep clean.
Almost any stain shows up on it, but one makeup artist has revealed the simple hacks to prevent stains and get them out.
Hayley Walker, who works as a makeup artist for Justmylook, explained that product stains are "easily spread and are notoriously stubborn to remove."
"Hairspray doesn’t just work miracles on hair," the makeup pro explained.
“This is a quick-fix technique that is perfect for an on-the-go cleanup," she said.
More winter laundry tips
Tackling laundry in the winter can be a challenge, but these handy tips can help you stay on top of it:
- Use a Dehumidifier: Place a dehumidifier in your drying area to speed up the drying process and prevent dampness.
- Spin Cycle Boost: Run an extra spin cycle on your washing machine to remove excess water from clothes, reducing drying time.
- Indoor Drying Rack: Invest in a good-quality indoor drying rack and position it near a radiator or in a well-ventilated room.
- Tumble Dryer Balls: Add tumble dryer balls to your dryer to help clothes dry faster and reduce static cling.
- Space-Saving Hangers: Use space-saving hangers or a retractable washing line to maximise indoor drying space.
- Microfibre Towels: Lay microfibre towels over your drying rack to absorb extra moisture from hanging clothes.
- Partially Dry Outside: On dry days, hang clothes outside for a short period before bringing them in to finish drying.
These hacks can help you keep your laundry routine efficient and your clothes fresh, even during the colder months.
It can also be sprayed on the collar of your coat to prevent the makeup from being absorbed into the fabric.
"Simply apply an alcohol-based hairspray onto the stain and let it work its magic.
"Once it’s dried, go in with a wet wipe to remove any residue."
The clip went viral on his TikTok account @jack.designs with over 700k views and people were quick to thank him for the tips in the comments.
One person wrote: "I've had mine two years and never cleaned it."
Another commented: "Done this multiple times couldn’t agree more best way to wash them."
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"As a previous North Face employee, I approve of this video," penned a third.
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