General rules
- Always use cold or room temperature water, never warmer than 40 °C / 104 °F.
- Air dry only. No tumble dryer, no hair dryer.
- Test a new cleaner on a hidden spot first.
- Brush with the fur, never against it, so it does not tangle.
Aftercare
Fursuit & Protogen care guide
A little regular care keeps your fursuit and Protogen looking their best for years.
Every fursuit
The basic care routine.
Freshening
- Freshen your fursuit after every wear.
- Freshen the inside too, not just the outer fur.
- Use a gentle freshening spray with no dyes.
- Our own Arget & Lazuli Fursuit Spray is made for this and leaves a fresh scent.
How often
- Brush: before and after every wear.
- Freshen: after every wear.
- Spot clean: as soon as a stain happens.
- Deep clean: only when needed, usually a few times a year.
Storage
- Store it somewhere dry and out of direct sunlight.
- Avoid airtight plastic bags, so the fur can breathe.
- Brush the fur and freshen it before putting it away.
- Damp storage damages the fursuit and is not covered by the legal guarantee.
Protogens
The head, electronics and visor.
Small stains & visor
- Use gentle wet wipes for small dirt spots.
- Keep all moisture and cleaners away from the electronics.
- Clean the visor with eyeglass or lens cleaner only.
- Scratched or cracked? We make replacement visors.
Deep cleaning the head
- Always remove the electronics first, and never let them get wet.
- Light dirt: wet wipes. Heavier dirt: a carpet cleaner or extraction vacuum with cold water and mild detergent.
- Dry near a fan and brush every few hours.
- Make sure it is fully dry before reconnecting the electronics.
Toony & semirealistic fursuits
The furred head.
Small stains
- Use gentle wet wipes for small dirt spots.
- Blot, do not rub, so you do not work the dirt in.
- Clean the eyes with a dry, soft cloth to avoid scratches.
- Catch marks while fresh; they lift off far more easily.
Deep cleaning
- Use a carpet cleaner or extraction vacuum with cold water and mild detergent.
- Gently clean the forehead, muzzle and neck.
- Gently press out excess water with a towel, never wring it.
- Dry near a fan and brush the fur every few hours to keep it fluffy.
Parts
Paws, tails, arm sleeves and feet paws.
Small stains
- Use gentle wet wipes or a damp cloth for small dirt spots.
- Dab the spot, do not scrub it.
- Brush the fur gently to refresh it.
- Freshen between washes so they always smell clean.
Deep cleaning
- Place in a large laundry bag for machine washing.
- Wash on a cool, gentle cycle with a low spin, or hand wash.
- Use mild detergent, avoid powders or harsh chemicals.
- Brush regularly during drying.
What you will need
These are just examples. Any brand works.
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