How to wash your Hunting gear ready for your next Hunt!

For any dedicated hunter, staying undetected is key to success. Camouflage clothing helps break up the human outline, but visual concealment is only part of the equation. Scent plays an equally critical role. As textile technology has advanced, scent-blocking garments have become more common, and many hunters now rely on anti-odor fabrics to reduce their presence in the field.

However, many modern detergents and fabric treatments contain optical brighteners that cause fabrics to fluoresce under ultraviolet (UV) light. While invisible to humans, this glow is easily detected by animals—especially deer, which have UV-sensitive vision—making hunters far more visible than they realize. These detergents also leave behind strong fragrances. While pleasant to us, these scents are a major disadvantage in the woods, as deer possess an extremely keen sense of smell and can detect human odor from great distances.

Animals such as deer, birds, and even some insects can see UV wavelengths that are invisible to the human eye. This expanded visual spectrum allows them to notice subtle environmental differences, including UV reflection from treated fabrics. Optical brighteners amplify this effect, causing otherwise effective camouflage to stand out. For this reason, selecting the right hunting apparel and washing it with UV-free, scent-free detergents is essential for minimizing both visual and scent detection in the field. 

There are very few laundry detergents on the market that combine all of these essential features in one product. That’s why we created a detergent that is proudly Australian made and owned—and delivers exactly what it promises. Every feature works, and it works exceptionally well.

If you haven’t tried it yet and you’re struggling to stalk the deer you’ve been chasing, give Stealth Wash a go. You won’t be looking back—only forward, locked in on that big buck in your sights.