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    Everything you need to know about our all natural neck warmers. (That aren't just neck warmers)

    March 20, 2023 2 min read

    Woman is outside wearing an ioMerino Neck Warmer as a face mask

    Our best selling neck warmers are good in all sorts of ways, in all sorts of conditions, for all sorts of reasons. Get the lowdown here.

    They’re not just for your neck. Or just for the cold weather.

    Even though they’re commonly referred to as ‘neck warmers’ or ‘neck gaiters’, they’re certainly not just for your neck. You can wear them all sorts of ways. Some people wear them as a headband to keep their ears warm, as a headband to soak up perspiration, over the top of their heads in place of a beanie, or if you’re super talented, even more like a balaklava to protect almost all of your head and face. They can be worn on their own or underneath a bike or ski helmet. And, of course, you can wear it around your wrist in case you need it later.

    Woman wearing pink Neck Warmer around neck Woman wearing pink Neck Warmer as a headband

    CHECK OUT OUR NATURAL, BREATHABLE, ETHICALLY MADE NECK WARMERS

    They’re natural fabric

    One of the things people love about these neck warmers is they’re made from a natural fabric. These are 96% merino with only 4% elastane added to give it a bit of extra stretch for even more comfort. So instead of breathing through some stinky, sweaty synthetic fabric, you get all natural merino.

    They’re breathable

    Another great benefit of our merino fabric is how naturally breathable it is. The thermo regulating properties, (that’s its ability to control temperature and keep you warm when it’s cool, but keep you comfortable when it’s warm), gives you a fantastic combination of protection from the elements along with the comfort of breathability without getting stuffy or stinky.

    They’re naturally moisture wicking and anti-bacterial

    Because the wool fibres in our neck warmers can absorb large quantities of vapour (up to 35% of its own weight - which is about twice as much as cotton and thirty times as much as polyester), it helps keep your skin drier and prevents the build up of sweat discouraging bacteria and unpleasant smells. The unique chemical structure of wool also bonds odours within the fibre where bacteria do not thrive.

    There’s no micro plastics

    Unlike synthetic fibres that can enter the water ways and oceans when you wash them and stay there for who knows how long, wool readily biodegrades in marine environments. It’s estimated up to 1.7million tons of microfibres are released into the oceans every year and a big part of this comes from washing clothing. Not only do our merino fabrics need to be washed less, but when you do, you’re not contributing to the micro plastic problem.

    They’re ethically made

    Last but not least, all our clothing, including our neck warmers, are ethically made. No sweat shops, no child labour, no unfair working conditions. All our clothing is made at hand picked factories who meet the highest standards to make sure you don’t just feel good in your io, but feel good about it as well.

    SHOP ALL NATURAL MERINO NECK WARMERS

    Man wearing an ioMerino Neck Warmer as a face covering

    Let customers speak for us

    from 1820 reviews
    Love it

    Looks and feels great. Has kept me warm under my jacket in Boston. My second one of these and love it

    Vanessa M
    Ultra Zip
    Comfort and smart enough to wear out

    Comfort and smart enough to wear out.

    brendan finnigan
    Glacier Tracksuit Pants
    Worth the expense

    Best and most comfortable merino clothing for the UK and Canada winter. A must buy is the base layers. Tops and leggings. Very happy with my purchase.
    Easy to care.
    Can't wait to use my gear for next trip to Finland 2025.

    Graham White
    Altitude Tee - Southern Cross
    Spot on

    Great slogan as well. As used by owners of e72.au

    G Daly
    Universal Nature Tee
    Perfect

    All set for winter!

    G Daly
    Altitude Crew
    Fantastic for the Camino/long hikes

    I wore this tee on the Camino and loved it. I hand washed it every second night and by morning it was always dry. I love the dazzling blue colour, the higher neckline was great for preventing sunburn and the sleeve length was perfect. I only had two tees with me for 42 days and I never tired of wearing this tee. It has kept its shape and has plenty more wear left in it.

    S.
    Universal Tee - Explore All The Places
    Walked the Camino in them

    Fantastic for hiking and everyday use. I bought two pairs of the bikini briefs for the Camino (40 days of walking) and they were fantastic. They dry really quickly. I would hand wash out a pair at night, roll them in a towel to get the excess moisture out, hang them up and by morning they were always dry. The hot pink colour made them easy to find in my pack too. Love them!

    SUSI
    Zodiac Bikini Brief
    Altitude Boxers

    The boxers themselves are excellent. Great material and a great fit. What set ioMerino apart was the proactive customer service. I was very impressed

    David Fell
    Altitude Boxers - Ready for Adventure
    Best ever socks

    These are the best socks I have ever had. Cushioned and extremely comfortable, they fit in my shoes like much thinner synthetic socks, they can be worn for days before they need washing and they don’t walk down into my shoes.

    Maggie Ramsay
    No Show Socks
    A great investment

    This jumper is going to be my new best friend, even in Australian spring/autumn (or Melbourne summer!).
    In Norway at present - well and truly minus- and it performs wonderfully as a layer, or a quite-dressy top indoors.
    I'm really pleased with the quality, and it's NOT made in China!

    D W
    Pinnacle 2.0
    Altitude Zip

    Perfect for when riding my bike. Long sleeves are great for keeping the sun at bay. I find it breathes well and wicks very nicely. Highly recommended.

    Neil Penny
    Altitude Zip
    Works for me

    This is my 2nd pair. I don't see myself as a leggings bloke so wear shorts over them. Perfect for recovery, camping, bush walking and around the house. Woll on the skin works for me.

    Richard W.
    Pace Compression Leggings - Original
    Excellent product

    Excellent, comfotable, dry, long lasting merino socks. I love them for trail running and casual no show in shoes or 3/4 boots.

    Richard W.
    No Show Socks
    Best Pants EVER

    These Tights are the best - I have six pairs. They keep me warm and dry in the winter, but I also wear them all through summer ( see below 34 degrees and very happy) I mean, how can millions of sheep be wrong? As far as comfort and fit they are true to size and the most comfortable pants I own.

    Minnie
    Pace Compression Leggings - Outsider Edition
    Loving this Gaiter

    With Io Merino and cold weather it is a pleasure looking forward wearing their gaiters. So soft and has this silk like texture to their high quality Merino and lighness having around neck. Sits great and comfy and make one look forward to just enjoy wearing it. Colours!! Such a great selection and really fab to add colour to whatever wearing with and stylish too. The logo is comfortable too as can wear showing or not and still looks good on show too. I have them in two more colours and gifting one. The colours on this Merino superb with fabric and shades are different to anything I have seen before. Makes for great feel to adventuring outdoors or being extra snug indoors.

    Grace I
    Altitude Neck Warmer