HOW TO KEEP YOUR HIJAB FROM SMELLING
Ever had that problem when you realized a putrid odor was coming from your hijab? This is a common problem that is faced by us hijabis, especially in humid climates. I personally live in Houston, where it is humid and hot a majority of the year so smelly hijabs are an everyday thing, unfortunately.
I can literally step outside for less than a minute and come back smelling all mildewy and gross!
Here are some tips I have picked up along the way to keep your hijab from smelling:
1.) AIR IT OUT
This is one of the best and quickest solutions for hijabs that have a “light” funky smell. All you have to do is follow Taylor Swift’s technique and shake it off!
2.) HANG IT ON A CLOTHING LINE
This is an old school tactic that is similar to the first but involves a bit more time. Try leaving your scarf out in the fresh air overnight to get rid of the stench.
3.) SPRAY A DASH PERFUME
With an emphasis on the dash because the whole world does not need to smell your over spritzed scarf haha. Use a light amount of a spray to make your hijab smell fresh and clean. This way, the only one that can smell your nice perfume will be you.
Here are some other techniques that I have heard of but haven’t tried. I can’t fully recommend them to you but it seems like they would work.
1.) SOAP
With cold water, rinse the hijab with soap. Next, squeeze out the excess water and allow the scarf to air dry.
2.) BAKING SODA
For very strong smells, try covering the hijab all over with baking soda to absorb the stench. It is recommended to place the scarf and baking soda inside a plastic bag and leave it for a whole day for it to work.
3.) ESSENTIAL OILS
Get a box and drip a few drops of your favorite essential oil, like lavender for example. Then place your hijab(s) inside and let them absorb the beautiful smell.
As a girl living in Texas I have to take care of smelly hijabs on a regular basis. I hope I helped you out if you have the same problem.
If you have any tips to share please do so 😀