Outdoor Voices Pants & Jumpsuits Outdoor Voices Leggings
Leggings likely lower concern, no treated coating confirmed.
Standard athletic leggings with nylon/polyester blend, no known water-resistant or stain treatments applied. No PFAS disclosures found; material itself poses lower risk unless coated.
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Material
nylon or polyester blend with stretch
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Outdoor Voices Pants Voices Leggings is made of, ingredients and materials
Outdoor Voices leggings are constructed from nylon or polyester blend with elastane (spandex) for stretch. Nylon and polyester are synthetic polymers that do not inherently leach harmful chemicals into skin under normal wear conditions. The blend provides durability and moisture-wicking properties typical of performance apparel. No specialized coatings (waterproof, water-repellent, or antimicrobial) are documented for this product, which eliminates several chemical treatment risks.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Azo dyes
Synthetic textiles can be dyed with azo dyes, which may release aromatic amines under certain conditions. No specific testing or restrictions are documented for Outdoor Voices leggings, but the brand does not certify to OEKO-TEX Standard 100, which would exclude restricted azo dyes.
Antimony in polyester
Polyester production may involve antimony as a catalyst. Antimony compounds are not expected to migrate into skin from finished apparel under normal wear, but the specific manufacturing source and quality controls for Outdoor Voices' polyester are not publicly documented.
Residual dyestuff migration
Dark-colored leggings may retain unfixed dye particles that could transfer to skin, particularly if unwashed before first wear or if exposed to moisture. This is common across the athletic apparel category and is mitigated by initial laundering.
Microplastic shedding
Nylon and polyester garments release microfibers during washing and wear. While not a direct health hazard to the wearer, synthetic leggings contribute to microplastic pollution. This is a material-class issue, not specific to Outdoor Voices, but relevant to environmental and long-term consumer impact.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Outdoor Voices leggings are not marketed as wrinkle-resistant or durable-press finished. Standard nylon/polyester athletic leggings typically do not receive formaldehyde-based finishing treatments, making this hazard unlikely for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Outdoor Voices has maintained a relatively low public profile regarding chemical disclosures and third-party certifications for their core leggings line. The brand does not widely advertise bluesign, OEKO-TEX, or similar textile safety certifications for standard styles, though some items carry sustainability claims. No recalls or chemical contamination incidents are documented for Outdoor Voices apparel. The brand's PFAS stance remains undisclosed publicly, though the leggings themselves show no confirmed water-repellent or stain-guard treatments that would require PFAS.
How it compares in its category
Outdoor Voices leggings occupy the mid-premium athletic wear segment, comparable in material profile to brands like Lululemon and Athleta. Most uncoated nylon/polyester leggings in this category carry similar low chemical hazard profiles. Outdoor Voices does not market premium sustainability certifications as aggressively as some competitors, but the material composition itself is standard and well-tolerated. The lack of documented chemical treatments actually positions these leggings favorably relative to water-repellent or heavily finished alternatives.
If you buy it
Wash leggings in cool water with mild detergent before first wear to remove any residual manufacturing finishes or dyes. Avoid high heat drying; air dry or use low heat to preserve elasticity and minimize any thermal release of volatile compounds from synthetic fibers. Replace leggings when seams fray, elastic degrades, or fabric pilling becomes excessive (typically 1-2 years with regular wear). Standard laundry care poses no special risk; nylon and polyester are chemically stable under normal domestic washing temperatures.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 70% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Outdoor Voices has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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