Your Garmin watch is built to keep up with your active lifestyle – whether you’re tracking workouts, swimming, or just wearing it daily. But to keep it working well and feeling comfortable, it’s important to wear it correctly and give it a little regular care. Here’s a simple guide to help you get the best out of your watch and avoid skin irritation or damage over time.
Make Sure It Fits Right:
Your watch should be loose enough to slide a bit on your wrist, but not too loose. If you’re using it to track your heart rate during exercise, it helps to wear it snugly — about two fingers above your wrist bone. Just remember to loosen your Garmin watch afterward so your skin can breathe.
Keep It Clean and Dry:
After a workout or swim, rinse off any sweat or water and let the Garmin watch dry completely. Wearing it wet for too long can irritate your skin.
Give Your Skin a Break:
It’s a good idea to take the Garmin watch off now and then or switch it to your other wrist. This helps avoid skin irritation from wearing it all the time.
Easy Cleaning Tips for Your Garmin Watch
To keep your Garmin watch fresh and lasting longer, clean it regularly – especially after sweating or showering.
General Cleaning
- Rinse the watch body with water or wipe it with a damp, soft cloth.
- Use a soft toothbrush to clean around the charging points (but not speaker/mic holes).
- Never poke any openings or use sharp tools.
Disinfecting
- You can use a 70% alcohol wipe on the watch and silicone or metal bands.
- If using a disinfecting wipe, rinse with water after to avoid skin irritation.
- Don’t use bleach or soak your watch in cleaners.
- Don’t use disinfectants on leather or fabric straps.
Band Care by Material
- Leather: Wipe with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid leather cleaners. Let it dry completely.
- Metal: Wipe with a damp cloth if needed. No polishes or abrasives.
- Nylon: Wash in cold water with mild soap. Rinse well and air dry.
- Silicone/TPU: Rinse with water. For stubborn stuff like sunscreen, use rubbing alcohol, then rinse.
Clean often to prevent odor and buildup – ideally every time you shower.
Things to Avoid When Caring for Your Garmin Watch
- Don’t use ultrasonic cleaners – they can damage the watch.
Keep Your Watch Away From:
To protect both the look of your watch and your skin, try to avoid contact with:
- Hair dye
- Insect repellent
- Lotions and creams
- Oils and perfumes
- Hand sanitizers
- Soaps and detergents
- Household cleaners or solvents
- Sunscreen
These can wear down the band or cause skin irritation over time.
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