RUGGED AF
A scented, specialty detergent formulated for activewear.
Extends the life of your activewear
Defeat stubborn odours
Switching to Sweat Chemistry is just a $2.84/month investment
Up to 30 washes per bottle
No harsh chemicals - safe for you, the planet and your activewear
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Proudly Canadian 🇨🇦
Regular price
$38.00
Crafted with quality ingredients, this specialty detergent for activewear delivers 30 effective loads — breaking down odor and stains without the harsh chemicals found in...
Scented: Sandalwood
Scented: Sandalwood
Sandalwood is a smooth, earthy scent that is warm, grounding, and never overpowering. It leaves your activewear smelling subtly bold and refreshed, with a clean woodsy finish that lingers just enough.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand behind the formula and your satisfaction. Try Sweat Chemistry risk-free for 30 days. Run a few loads (up to 75% of the bottle), and if you’re not totally in love, we’ll cover return shipping and refund you in full.
13 Ingredients, Consciously Chosen
13 Ingredients, Consciously Chosen
Charcoal Filtered Deionized Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium C14-C16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Carbonate, Vegetable Glycerin, Dimethyl 9-Decenamide, Capryl Caprylyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
Safe For You And The Planet
Safe For You And The Planet
Ditch the toxins and irritants found in most standard laundry detergents.
Our specialty detergent is formulated with naturally derived, biodegradable ingredients and is vegan, cruelty-free, and completely free from:
- Perfumes
- SLS and SLES
- Sulfates
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- 1,4-Dioxane
- Ethoxylated alcohols
- Optical brighteners
- Fillers
- Petroleums
- Palm oils
- Hormone disruptors
- Carcinogens
- Phosphates
- Chlorine
- Even gluten!
How To Use
How To Use
Step 1: Care Instructions
- Wash activewear in cold water, on a delicate cycle, with similar fabrics and colors.
Step 2: Use the Right Amount
- Small load → 15ml
- Medium load → 30ml
Frequently Asked Questions
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Conventional detergents often contain harsh surfactants, synthetic fillers, and elevated pH levels that can degrade performance fabrics over time. These formulas may effectively remove dirt, but they also weaken elastic fibers, dull colors, and compromise moisture-wicking properties.
RUGGED AF is engineered with a balanced, low-residue formula that uses five carefully selected surfactants to break down sweat, oil, and bacteria without damaging the structure of technical fabrics. By avoiding common irritants and maintaining fabric integrity, it helps preserve stretch, fit, and breathability, extending the functional lifespan of your activewear.
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Yes, our activewear wash is safe for all fabrics.
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Yes! Our entire laundry line is HE-safe, septic-safe, and greywater-safe. (And if you’re not sure what those mean, don’t sweat it. The answer is still yes 😉)
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Yes! RUGGED AF is completely vegan and cruelty-free. No animal testing and no animal by-products.
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Yep! Unlike most grocery-store detergents, RUGGED AF is completely perfume-free ∙ SLS-free ∙ SLES-free ∙ sulfate-free ∙ paraben-free ∙ phthalate-free ∙ 1,4-dioxane-free ∙ ethoxylated alcohol-free ∙ optical brightener-free ∙ filler-free ∙ petroleum-free ∙ palm oil-free ∙ gluten-free ∙ hormone disruptor-free ∙ carcinogen-free — and simply worry-free.
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RUGGED AF is lightly scented with essential oil and phthalate-free fragrance oil.
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It sure is. RUGGED AF is a 100% biodegradable formula. It rinses clean without leaving a trace.
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Great question! The $2.84 per month figure is based on doing one load of laundry per week with Sweat Chemistry.
- A bottle of Sweat Chemistry costs $38 and covers 30 small loads.
- This means each load costs $38 ÷ 30 = $1.26 per load.
- For comparison, we used Tide Hygienic Clean Pods sold at Walmart.ca, which cost approximately $0.55 per load before taxes.
- The difference per load is $1.26 – $0.55 = $0.71 extra per load.
- Doing one load per week means 4 loads per month.
- So, the extra monthly cost is 4 × $0.71 = $2.84 more per month.
Switching to Sweat Chemistry costs only an extra $2.84 a month; a small investment to protect and extend the life of your valuable activewear. Not to mention you to support a Canadian business!
Customer Reviews
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Genuinely so impressed with Sweat Chemistry!
The scent is amazing — fresh but not overpowering — and it actually lasts without being too much. A little truly goes a long way; I followed the recommended amount and was surprised at how little I needed to get my clothes feeling fresh and clean.
After heavy sweat sessions and constant wear, my athletic gear still felt soft and brand new. You can tell it’s made specifically for activewear — this is definitely a game-changer for anyone who lives in their gym clothes!
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I switched to all natural products a year ago but I’ve struggled to find a detergent that is natural but still effective at removing odor. This AF detergent did the job.
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I recently used this detergent on a pair of yoga pants. Typically, I would wash these in cold water, with other similar fabrics and athletics clothes. Despite taking good care and only owning these pants for about 8 months, they are super pilled (as you can see in the image). After trying the detergent, I saw a huge difference in pilling. They not only look better but feel much softer when i wear them. I am excited to try the other scents once I finish this bottle :)
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I recently bought a new pair of lululemon wunder unders and almost immediately there was pilling around the crotch area. As this happens with almost all my leggings, I was not that surprised. I tried out Sweat Chemisty and was sketpical, but then shocked to see the difference in pilling after just one wash. Super excited to try this with my other athletic gear. Also loved the scent!
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I recently tried the Fresh AF detergent and was taken aback by the results. I’ve had some old lulelmon running shirts that I have avoided wearing because they simply always smell like BO and have bad sweat stains in the armpits. With just one wash, I saw and smelled a noticeable difference. You can clearly see that the stain in the armpits has faded. On top of that, the scent is exceptionally refreshing (would love for all my linen to smell this good). I’m beyond pleased with the results!
