Simple Tips to Clean Your Favorite Havaianas
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Once the summer months kick in, it only means one thing – it is that time of the year again for open-toe shoes, espadrilles, and flip-flops. If you are like most people, chances are you got a trusted pair or more of Mass Havaianas flip-flops.
A comfy and broken-in pair of these slippers can easily last you all summer long or even beyond as long as you know how to take proper care of them. But, the main question now is, how do you clean these flip-flops in the first place?
Well, the good news is that it is very easy and simple to clean these summer essentials with no need for you to throw in the pair in the washing machine. Of course, this is something you should never do, unless you want to end up damaging your favorite Havs beyond repair.
Why Havs are a Must-Have
After spending time pampering your feet with cute pedicures, it only makes sense that you will want to show them off in beach-ready and easy to use shoes. Your Havs flip-flops can do exactly just that.
These affordable flip-flops are available in various styles and colors from the usual basic black to the slim metallic thongs to the graphic and colorful foot beds. Havs are also the kind of footwear you will love to rock by the ocean. These flip-flops are ultra comfy and you can easily rinse off any sand or salt from them.
These pieces also look cute when paired with skinnies, leggings, cut-offs, dresses, sweats, and more. You can count on them to go well with pretty much everything and anything, allowing you to easily transition from day use to night use and can last for a while when you properly care for them.
The rubber soles of Havaianas are crafted in premium and top secret Brazilian rubber formula. Unfortunately, they also have the tendency to be porous and may also get dirty really fast.
But before you go and shell out a few dollars on a brand new pair, there are several cleaning methods you can try first.
Water, Baking Soda, and Toothbrush
Mix water and a small amount of baking soda. Apply this mixture to the bed then use an old toothbrush to scrub it. Rinse it off while you scrub. You can use this mixture both on the bottom and the bed to completely freshen up your pair.
Water and Mild Soap Mixture
The Havaianas brand itself suggests to rinse your pair with water and mild soap and to clean it by hand. It is highly discouraged to put them in the washing machine.
Bucket Soak
The last but definitely not the least way to clean your Havaianas is by soaking them inside a bucket. To do this, you can just mix warm water and laundry detergent. Allow your flip-flops to soak in this soapy bucket for about half an hour. Use sponge and water to rinse them off. After that, allow them to dry under the sun.
