PRODUCTS CARE

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Welcome to Agustina’s product care guide.
Here you will find recommendations for washing, drying, and preserving your garments according to their composition. By following these guidelines, you can extend the life, beauty, and integrity of each piece.

General Care Tips

  • Wash garments by hand with cold water and mild detergent whenever possible.

  • Avoid bleach and do not soak garments for long periods.

  • Always wash items inside out to protect color and surface texture.

  • Lay garments flat to dry in the shade. Avoid using a dryer.

  • When drying outdoors, keep garments inside out to prevent sun fading.

  • Store clean, dry garments folded in breathable cotton bags to protect them from moths.

  • Prefer natural fibers, as they are produced through more environmentally conscious processes.

  • For synthetic garments, use laundry bags to reduce microfiber pollution.

Remember: Avoiding the use of a dryer not only saves energy but also helps preserve the structure and longevity of your garments.

Care According to Composition

Cotton
Washing: Machine wash cold with mild detergent. Separate light and dark colors.
Drying: Air dry or tumble dry on low heat. Avoid direct sunlight.
Care: Iron at medium temperature if needed.

Denim (Cotton)
Washing: Machine wash cold, inside out. Use mild detergent.
Drying: Air dry to prevent shrinking and preserve color.
Care: Wash less frequently to extend the life of the fabric.

Linen
Washing: Hand wash or delicate cycle with cold water and mild detergent.
Drying: Lay flat to dry. Avoid direct sunlight.
Care: Iron at medium-high temperature while slightly damp.

Silk
Washing: Hand wash cold with delicate detergent.
Drying: Lay flat to dry. Avoid direct sunlight and do not tumble dry.
Care: Iron at low temperature, inside out, with a protective cloth.

Wool (Sheep Wool)
Washing: Hand wash cold with wool-specific detergent.
Drying: Lay flat to maintain shape. Do not tumble dry.
Care: Avoid bleach and fabric softeners.

Alpaca
Washing: Hand wash cold with mild wool detergent.
Drying: Lay flat to dry, away from direct sunlight.
Care: Store in a cool, dry place, preferably in a breathable fabric bag.

Polyester
Washing: Machine wash warm with regular detergent.
Drying: Air dry or tumble dry on low heat.
Care: Iron at low temperature if necessary.

Felt Hat Care (Sheep Wool or Alpaca Felt)

Our felt hats are crafted using natural fibers such as sheep wool or alpaca, each offering unique qualities while requiring equally thoughtful care.

General Handling
Handle your hat with clean, dry hands. Avoid excessive manipulation to preserve its structure and finish.

Cleaning
Do not wash or dry clean.
Use a soft-bristled brush to gently remove surface marks, brushing in one consistent direction.

If Wet
If the hat becomes wet, allow it to dry naturally at room temperature.
Place it on a stand or fill the crown with tissue paper to maintain its shape.
Avoid direct heat sources.

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, ideally in a box or dust bag.
Avoid humidity to preserve both shape and fiber quality.

Felt Hats with Metal or Jewelry Details

Some hats include delicate elements such as gold or silver accents. These pieces require special care.

General Handling
Handle with clean, dry hands and avoid frequent contact with metal elements.

Cleaning
Do not wash or dry clean.
Clean the felt with a soft brush, avoiding contact with metal or jewelry details.

Metal Care
Avoid contact with:

  • Water

  • Perfume

  • Oils or creams

  • Humidity

If needed, gently polish metal elements with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners.

If Wet
Allow the hat to dry naturally. Avoid prolonged moisture exposure on metal parts.

Storage
Store in a dry place, preferably in a box or dust bag.
Keep away from humidity to prevent oxidation or tarnishing.

 

What They Don’t Tell You About Detergents

Washing garments less frequently has a significant environmental impact. Each wash can release millions of microplastic particles into the ocean, especially from synthetic fabrics.

Reducing wash frequency:

  • Saves water

  • Extends garment life

  • Reduces fiber damage

A single load can use between 45 and 110 liters of water, representing a considerable environmental footprint over time.

Caring for your garments consciously is a simple but powerful way to reduce impact.

Thank you for being part of a more conscious way of dressing.
The next time you stand in front of your washing machine, remember: how you care for your garments matters.


OUR POSITIVE SOCIAL IMPACT

We have built a business model based on the quality of life of our collaborators, starting with fair salary payments. We generates employment cocreating with artists from vulnerable areas of different provinces of the country.
More than 23 popular artists from Ayacucho, Huánuco, Huancayo, Cusco, Pucallpa, Lima and Arequipa are benefited by our teamwork with the craftsmen.

COMMITMENT WITH THE ENVIRONMENT

We have an environmental, health and safety policy that establishes group goals for key environmental aspects. To promote the responsible consumption and to educate our community so they will value the environment as we do. We produce 3 collections a year. We reuse all the waste of our raw material, making accessories or dolls.The materials we use come from sustainable sources, as well as the wastes of deadstock materials from the textile and leather industry.

2025 - 2026 AIDER & NIIBIRI

The main objective is to promote the conservation of the Amazon forests, where families of native communities of the Shipibo Conibo and Cacataibo ethnic groups live, and to contribute to improving their quality of life.
We will achieve this by working hand in hand between NIIBIRI, AGUSTINA, and AIDER, in the development and co-creation of "Products with history", which come from a sustainable management of natural resources, through the Forestry Alliance initiative.