The Best Moisture Wicking Scrubs

Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals often work in challenging environments. From emergency rooms to operating theatres and clinics to wards, medical settings can be high pressured, busy, and very, very hot. As a result, medical workers need breathable scrubs that will keep them cool and comfortable in all situations.

Lightweight, breathable scrubs help to wick moisture away from the body, prevent odours and keep the wearer at a comfortable temperature. Moisture wicking scrubs are ideal for people who work in hot, busy environments and for those who operate in countries with tropical temperatures.

To help you find the best breathable scrubs for your workplace, we’ve selected the most efficient moisture wicking and hot weather scrubs from our collection.

Cherokee iflex CK605 Scrub Top

Polyester is one of the most efficient moisture wicking textiles around. Unlike materials such as cotton which absorb liquid, polyester pulls sweat and water away from the body allowing it to evaporate quickly and easily. This helps to keep you feeling dry and can make working in hot, hectic conditions a lot more bearable.

With an impressive 94% polyester, the iflex CK605 women’s scrub top from Cherokee is perfect for medical professionals who want to be comfortable while they’re at work. These cooling scrubs also contain 6% spandex, adding a bit of flexibility and durability to the garment. The scrubs have knitted back and side panels, making them extra comfortable and suitable for all types of medical settings.

Cherokee Infinity CK900A Scrub Top

The Cherokee Infinity CK900A Scrub Top is perfect if you’re looking for sweat wicking scrubs for male medical professionals. Containing an incredible 95% polyester, the top has stretch rib knit back panels for extra comfort, front welt pockets with triple-needle stitching and an athletic V-neck design. Thanks to their high polyester content, these really are some of the best moisture wicking scrubs around.

Cherokee Infinity CK110A Scrub Pants

If you’re looking for the best breathable scrub pants to complete your work outfit, Cherokee’s Infinity CK110A women’s scrub pants are a great choice. Containing 95% polyester and 5% spandex, these comfortable scrub pants feature a knit waistband, a tapered leg and a choice of pockets. The fabric is naturally strong and stretchy, ensuring a good fit, flattering look and hardwearing finish.

Cherokee Workwear 4000 Scrub Pants

Most men’s scrub pants are designed to have a loose, comfortable fit. This means that they allow for good airflow and are able to keep the wearer cool even in high temperatures. Cherokee Workwear 4000 scrub pants have a tapered leg, natural rise and drawstring waist. They’re made using 65% polyester and 35% cotton, and so are perfect for busy medical professionals working in hot conditions.  

Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW690 Scrub Top

Containing 78% polyester, 20% rayon and 2% spandex, Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW690 scrub tops are some of the best scrubs for hot weather.  Like polyester, rayon is a synthetic fabric that’s good at wicking moisture away from the skin. This reduces the chances of sweat patches appearing and helps you to feel cool and dry while you’re caring for your patients.

Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW610 Scrub Top

This Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW610 scrub top is a good option if you’re a female healthcare professional looking for scrubs that keep you cool in high temperatures. Like the men’s WW690 scrub top, it’s made from 78% polyester, 20% rayon and 2% spandex. The mock wrap design gives the top a little extra style while the instrument loop, patch pockets and interior pocket ensure it’s practical as well as attractive.

Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW620 Scrub Top

If you’re looking for sweat resistant scrubs but prefer a simpler style, the Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW620 women’s scrub top is a great option. Like the WW610 scrub top, the WW620 design contains 78% polyester, 20% rayon and 2% spandex. It has a stylish V-neck design, a choice of pockets and a streamlined, elegant silhouette.

Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW670 Scrub Top

The Cherokee Workwear Revolution WW670 scrub top is the men’s equivalent of the women’s WW620. Some of the most breathable scrubs around, they have a classic look and practical design. Side vents help air to circulate around the body while the patch pockets ensure there are plenty of places to keep your essential medical instruments. The WW670 scrub top comes in a bright and attractive Caribbean blue, making it ideal for medical settings.

Cherokee Workwear 4777 Scrub Top

Cherokee Workwear 4777 unisex scrubs are another good choice for medical professionals looking for breathable scrubs. Containing 65% polyester and 35% cotton, they mix natural and synthetic fibres to create a garment that’s cooling and comfortable. The black colour helps to hide any sweat marks that do appear, while the varied pockets make it easy to carry your instruments with you when you’re on the go.

Cherokee Workwear 4876 Scrub Top

If you prefer your scrubs to contain even more natural fibres, Cherokee’s Workwear 4876 scrub top could be the perfect option. Made up of 55% cotton and 45% polyester, these white scrubs have a number of pockets, a professional appearance and a clean, crisp look.

While no scrubs are 100% sweat proof – especially when you’re working on busy wards in the height of summer - these high quality tops and pants offer good moisture wicking properties and are undoubtedly some of the best cooling scrubs around. To find out more, and to start shopping for the perfect scrubs for your needs, explore our collection or get in touch with a member of our team.