Can a blouse be machine washed?

Blouses whose label shows the machine wash symbol can be machine washed inside out in a laundry bag, on a delicate programme, at a low temperature and with a low spin. For embellished blouses and blouses whose label says dry clean, follow the label.

At what temperature should a blouse be washed?

A blouse is washed at the temperature on its label; a low temperature is recommended for satin, chiffon and viscose blouses. The temperature on the label is not exceeded.

Guide · Laundry and clothes washing · October 24, 2026

How to Wash a Blouse

Q: Can an embellished blouse be machine washed?

Embellished blouses whose label allows it can be machine washed inside out in a fine-mesh laundry bag, on a delicate programme, in cold water and at the lowest spin speed. Hand washing is safer for the embellishments.

Blouses are among the most delicate garments in the wardrobe because they are made from thin, fluid fabrics; the collar and underarm areas easily hold makeup, deodorant and sweat marks. How to wash a blouse depends on its fabric and embellishments: cotton and polyester blouses can be machine washed, while satin, chiffon and embellished blouses need a gentler wash. This guide explains how to wash a blouse, how to wash a satin blouse and how to wash an embellished blouse. For shirts, see our guide how to wash shirts.

Blouse fabrics

Cotton and polyester blouses: can usually be machine washed on a delicate programme.
Viscose blouses: weaken when wet and can shrink; for details, see how to wash viscose.
Satin and chiffon blouses: the thin, slippery surface is sensitive to friction.
Silk blouses: no product suitability is claimed for silk; follow the label.

Before you start

Read the label: check the blouse's fabric, washing temperature and dry clean symbol.
Do up the buttons: button the blouse and turn it inside out.
Check for stains: for deodorant marks, see our guide how to remove deodorant stains.
Sort by colour: wash white, light and dark blouses separately.

How to machine wash a blouse?

Turn the blouse inside out and put it in a laundry bag.
For coloured blouses use TETİK detergent for coloureds, and for white blouses TETİK detergent for whites, in the amount on the label.
Choose a delicate programme, the low temperature on the label and a low spin speed.
Do not wash blouses together with rough fabrics such as denim and towels.
As soon as the wash finishes, shake the blouse out and hang it on a hanger.

How to wash a satin blouse?

The shiny surface of satin blouses is sensitive to friction and heat. If the label allows, turn a satin blouse inside out and wash it in a laundry bag on a delicate programme at a low temperature. To hand wash, dissolve TETİK hand-wash detergent completely in lukewarm water, wash the blouse by pressing gently, and do not rub or twist it. Roll the satin blouse in a towel to remove the water, dry it on a hanger and, if needed, iron it on the reverse at a low temperature. No product suitability is claimed for silk blouses with a satin weave; follow the label.

How to wash an embellished blouse?

Stones, beads, sequins and pearls may be glued or sewn onto the blouse; the tumbling of the machine and hot water can make the embellishments fall off. Turn an embellished blouse inside out and wash it by hand in lukewarm water with a little detergent; do not rub the embellished areas. If the label allows, you can machine wash the blouse inside out in a fine-mesh laundry bag, on a delicate programme, in cold water and at the lowest spin speed. Dry an embellished blouse flat and do not iron over the embellishments; if needed, iron on the reverse using a pressing cloth. Take embellished blouses whose label says dry clean to a dry cleaner.

Drying and ironing

Shake the blouse out and dry it on a hanger in the shade; a blouse dried on a hanger creases less.
Use a tumble dryer only if the label allows and on low heat.
Iron the blouse while slightly damp, at the temperature the label allows.
Marks on the iron's soleplate can transfer to the blouse; for the soleplate, see how to clean an iron soleplate.

Makeup, sweat and perfume marks

For foundation and lipstick marks on the collar: how to remove makeup stains.
For yellow underarm stains: how to remove sweat stains.
For perfume marks: how to remove perfume stains.
Do not iron or tumble dry the blouse until the stain is completely gone; heat can set the stain.

What not to do

Washing a blouse with rough fabrics such as denim and towels.
Rubbing and twisting satin and chiffon blouses.
Ironing over the embellishments of an embellished blouse.
Washing white and coloured blouses together.
Washing a blouse whose label says dry clean.

For boutiques and corporate uniforms

In boutiques and shops, blouses can pick up makeup and deodorant marks in fitting rooms; in organisations such as banks, hotels and airlines, blouses are also part of the uniform. Sorting blouses by fabric and colour, cleaning marks without delay, washing them in a laundry bag on a delicate programme and drying them on hangers make for a well-organised routine. For uniforms, see our guide how to wash work clothes. TETİK detergents for coloureds and for whites are sold in 4 kg and TETİK hand-wash detergent in 20 kg packs; for bulk purchases you can request a quote.

Prepared by: Tetikoğlu Kimya — cleaning chemicals manufacturer since 1997. When using products, always follow the instructions and warnings on the pack.