Do the cooling towels really work?
Does a cooling towel work any better for chilling down after a hard workout than sipping a frosty beverage? Hard to say. The short answer: Yes. But not any better than any other dampened gym towel would (and did, in our lab tests).
How do mission cooling towels work?
Towels work through evaporative cooling. Just like sweating, it directs the heat away from the body. The towel is immersed in cold water and then pressed to leave it wet, but not dripping. The heat is then lost through evaporation, providing a cooling effect.
How long does a cooling towel last?
How long does a cooling towel last? Depending on how often you use it and how well you take care of it, a cooling towel should maintain its cooling ability for three to five years.
Can you freeze a cooling towel?
To Keep your Chilly Towel Fresh: The Chilly Towel is re-usable and machine washable. Never place your Chilly Towel in the freezer. To avoid bacteria problems, wash with standard washing detergent.
What are mission cooling towels made of?
Made of polyvinyl acetate, the towels feel like a soft chamois when wet but when dry look and feel like cardboard.
Can Mission cooling towels be washed?
Hello, Yes, we recommend that you wash the Mission HydroActive Max Large Cooling Towel before use. Hand wash warm water & mild soap.
How long do cooling towels last?
A. About two to five hours, depending on the towel materials and the weather. If it’s extremely hot and dry, your towel will dry off quickly. If it’s exceptionally humid, you may also find the cooling effects lessen over time.
Can you machine wash cooling towels?
The towel can be hand-washed in warm water with mild detergent or machine-washed with cold water. Do not put your towel in the dryer.
Do cooling towels get you wet?
Interestingly, though cooling wraps and towels are water-activated, they don’t feel wet to the touch, making them comfortable for all-day wear.
