How to Wear BUFF® Headwear

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Learn to style your BUFF headwear for every adventure.
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BUFF® multifunctional headwear is a super versatile, scarf-like piece of fabric, used most often by people who love outdoor activities, like biking, hiking, and camping. It wicks away sweat, protects your skin from the wind and sun, and keeps you warm. There are many different ways to wear BUFF® headwear, from a simple headband to a head-encompassing balaclava. And don’t forget to check out the different types of BUFF® headwear products that are available, like ones with extra UV protection or that are made with windproof materials. (BUFF® is a registered trademark of ORIGINAL BUFF SA.)

Things You Should Know

  • Keep your face toasty in one of your BUFF's awesome styles. Wrap it around your neck, ears, or mouth for warmth!
  • Use your BUFF to add extra flair to your outfit. Wrap it around your head and create a stylish hat or headband instead.
  • Pick a BUFF that fits your needs. They offer wool, windproof, and UV-protected styles perfect for different elements.
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Styling

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    Tuck the bottom of the BUFF® headwear inside your shirt or jacket collar to keep it in place. You can also use the BUFF® headwear to protect the back of your neck from burning by wearing it as a scarf. [1]
    • BUFF® headwear doesn’t just have to be functional—pick out a color and pattern that you love and use it to accessorize your outfit, too.
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    If you’re outdoors and the wind is blowing and the cold air is irritating your face, simply pull your BUFF® headwear up from around your neck. Position the top of the fabric over the bridge of your nose so your nose, mouth, and neck are covered. [2]
    • BUFF® headwear is made of a material that keeps you warm while also allowing you to breathe through it without the fabric itself getting moist.
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    From the scarf position, pull the back of the fabric up so that it extends over the majority of your scalp. Leave the front tucked under your chin, and position your BUFF® headwear so that it covers your earlobes. [3]
    • For extra warmth, pull a hat over the top of your BUFF® headwear.
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    From the scarf position, take the back of the fabric and pull it up over your head so that it’s covering your ears. Then, pull the front of it up over your nose and mouth. Grab the middle of that front section, right between your nose and mouth, and fold the top edge inside to create a thicker, straighter line for your balaclava. [4]
    • It’s super easy to line up BUFF® headwear because there are no seams!
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    Turn the entire BUFF® headwear inside out and twist the middle several times. Hold the twisted section in one hand and put one side of it on your head, like a hat. Pull the other half down over the inside-out section so that the pattern is on the outside again. [5]
    • Since BUFF® headwear is thin, you can still wear it under a hat or helmet, even when it’s doubled up on your head.
    • This is a great option for those mornings when you wake up with tousled hair, especially if you’re out camping and don’t have the option to shower or style your hair.
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    Use BUFF® headwear as a headband when you’re on the go or working out . To wick away sweat or keep your hair out of your face, pull your BUFF® headwear down around your neck so it looks like a scarf, then pull it up around your hairline. Fold it or scrunch it so it isn’t hanging down on your forehead. [6]
    • To keep your ears warm while sporting a headband style, put your BUFF® headwear on over your hair rather than pulling it down to the scarf position first.
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    Wear it as a hat or balaclava, or simply pull it over your head however it feels best to you. Then settle your helmet on top of your BUFF® headwear and fasten the straps as you normally would. [7]
    • This is a great option for bikers , especially as the weather gets colder. You can add warmth without adding a lot of weight to your ensemble.
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    If you love camping but don’t love how cold you get when the sun goes down, buy BUFF® headwear with wool or fleece lining to provide some extra insulation. There are lots of different styles and colors to choose from! [8]
    • You can buy BUFF® headwear online from the official BUFF® store. You can also find genuine BUFF® products at most sporting goods stores.
    • You can get a traditional fleece-lined BUFF® headwear, or you can buy one of the newer styles, which are made of the same great material but come in hat form.
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    Search your local sporting goods store to find windproof-specific BUFF® headwear. Bring it with you when you go hiking, camping, biking, skiing, or when doing any activity that takes you out into the cool air. [9]
    • Wear windproof BUFF® headwear like a balaclava so that it protects your nose and mouth. Pull the top down further to cover your forehead, too.
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    If you love spending time out in the fresh hair but also want to keep your skin healthy, use UV BUFF® headwear to put another breathable layer between your skin and the sun. [10]
    • Even on cold or cloudy days, the rays can still reach through and burn your skin.
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      • Pick up BUFF® headwear for your favorite canine friend. [11] Canine BUFF® headwear protects your dog from chilly winds, and it also makes them look super cute. It goes around the dog’s neck, and you can pull it up to cover their ears if they get really cold, too.
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      • BUFF® headwear even comes in handy when you’re traveling: simply position it over your eyes to create an on-the-go sleep mask. [12]
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      • Wear BUFF® headwear wrapped around your wrist. You can use it to wipe away sweat, and it’s quickly available to you in case you need it for something else.
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      5. ↑ https://youtu.be/sSvRm4CHmvE?t=78
      6. ↑ https://youtu.be/sSvRm4CHmvE?t=37
      7. ↑ https://gearjunkie.com/Buff-headwear-how-to-wear
      8. ↑ https://coolofthewild.com/gear/how-to-wear-a-Buff
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      To wear a Buff, tuck the bottom of it inside your shirt or jacket collar to stay warm or to protect the back of your neck from getting a sunburn. If you’re outdoors and the wind is blowing, pull the Buff up from around your neck until it covers the lower part of your face, up to the bridge of your nose. From the scarf position, pull the back of the Buff up so it covers the majority of your scalp if you want to keep your ears and head warm. Additionally, turn your Buff into a balaclava to keep your entire face warm. In order to do this, take the back of the Buff and pull it up over your head so it’s covering your ears. Then, pull the front up over your nose and mouth. To learn how to choose the right kind of Buff material for your next adventure, keep reading!

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