No matter what sort of washing machine you use, it is important to only use the gentle cycle.
Make sure your jacket is laid flat when drip-drying and gently fluff the down to avoid clumping. [8] X Research source
Regular detergents are too harsh on the down feathers inside your jacket, and will leave them clumped and brittle. For best results, make sure your cleaner is down-friendly!
You can also gently shake the puffer jacket out to get rid of excess water, but make sure to support its weight. [12] X Research source
Don’t forget to remove your jacket from the washing machine as soon as possible, you don’t want to leave it damp and crumpled in the bottom of the machine for any longer than necessary!
Do not dry your puffer jacket at a high temperature! It may speed up the process, but a high-heat dry can also damage the outside shell. [15] X Research source
While adding in a few tennis balls can help restore fluffiness to your jacket, don’t add anything heavier, as this can damage the delicate feathers![18] X Research source
