🧼 How to Clean and Care for Your Silicone Squishy (Without Damaging It)

Let’s be honest — your squishy deserves love too.
Whether it’s your go-to stress buster, your kid’s favorite toy, or just the cutest thing on your desk, it’s only natural that over time, it might get a little… well, loved.

So if your squishy is starting to look dusty, sticky, or just not as fresh as it used to be — don’t worry.
This guide will walk you through exactly how to clean and care for your silicone squishy the right way — gently, safely, and without ruining that perfect soft feel.

🌟 Why Cleaning Matters

Your squishy might look clean on the surface, but over time it can pick up:

• Dust, lint, and hair

• Finger oils and everyday grime

• Crumbs or sticky spots (especially if kids are involved!)

• Dirt from being dropped or carried around

Regular cleaning keeps your squishy:

• Soft and satisfying to squeeze

• Free from bacteria

• Looking and feeling like new

And if your squishy is made from food-grade silicone like all YumiSquishies are — it’s totally washable, safe, and durable. You’ve got this!

✅ What You’ll Need

No fancy tools required! Here’s what you’ll want on hand:

• A bowl of warm water (not hot)

• A few drops of mild soap (baby shampoo or gentle dish soap work great)

• A soft cloth or sponge

• A towel to dry

• Optional: A soft-bristle brush (like a baby toothbrush) for detailed spots

🚫 Avoid harsh cleaners, alcohol, bleach, or rough scrubbing — those can damage the surface of your squishy.

👣 Step-by-Step: How to Clean Your Squishy

🛁 Step 1: Soak in Soapy Water

Fill a bowl with warm water and add a few drops of mild soap. Place your squishy in the water and gently squeeze it a few times to help release dirt.

🧽 Step 2: Gently Wipe or Brush

Use a soft cloth or sponge to wipe off the surface. For hard-to-reach areas or textures, a soft toothbrush works perfectly.

🚿 Step 3: Rinse It Well

Rinse under clean, lukewarm water to wash away all the soap. Make sure there’s no residue left — you don’t want your squishy feeling sticky!

🌬 Step 4: Air Dry

Gently pat with a towel to remove excess water, then leave it in a cool, dry spot to air dry completely.
No sunbathing, no blow dryers — just let it breathe.

❌ What Not to Do

Please don’t:

• Use hot water — it can warp the shape

• Scrub harshly — it might damage the soft silicone

• Wring, twist, or stretch it too hard

• Store it while still damp — it can trap moisture and grow mold

🧺 Pro Tips for Storage

• Keep it in a clean, dry place

• Store it in the original Yumi EVA packaging (it’s food-grade and eco-safe!)

• Don’t pile heavy things on top of it

• Keep it away from sharp objects and sticky surfaces

🗓 How Often Should You Clean It?

• Weekly or bi-weekly if you use it every day

• Immediately after it gets dirty, sticky, or dropped

• Monthly if it’s just for display or light use

Basically, if it looks dirty or starts to lose that fresh feel — it’s bath time!

💛 Final Thoughts from Yumi

At YumiSquishy™, every squishy is made with love, care, and high-quality food-grade materials — because you and your family deserve safe, clean fun.

Taking a few minutes to care for your squishy not only keeps it looking its best, it helps it last longer and stay as soft and squishy as the day it arrived.

✨ A little care goes a long way — for your squishy and for yourself.

Need more tips? Have questions? Check out our FAQs or reach out to us anytime.
Your squishy is in good hands — yours. 💖