Nikwax's new Wool Wash stands as the first cleaner that increases your wool garments' wicking properties. This Nikwax wash cleans your wool garments of soils and odors and thereby enhances wools natural wicking properties. This Nikwax wash won't wash away the natural water-repelling attributes of wool, it only washes away that which inhibits wool's ability to repel and wick moisture. Wash your fine Merino garments, as well as your favorite sweater and give new life to your natural wool garments. The Nikwax Wool Wash washes out easily, and because it's water-based, the Wool Wash is easy on the environment.