Outdoor Voices · Yoga Leggings
Textured Compression 7/8 Leggings
Lower concern; no water-repellent coating or stain treatment evident in compression leggings.
Nylon-polyester blend compression leggings without evidence of water-repellent finish or other fluorochemical coatings. PFAS risk is lower than technical apparel.
The better-graded swap
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Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
Nylon/polyester blend, likely uncoated or standard finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Textured Compression 7/8 Leggings is made of, ingredients and materials
These leggings are a nylon/polyester blend, a common pairing in athletic compression wear. Nylon provides stretch and durability; polyester adds moisture-wicking and shape retention. Without visible water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) or stain-resistance treatment, this blend carries minimal PFAS exposure compared to technical outdoor apparel. The compression structure itself is woven into the fabric rather than applied as a separate coating, reducing chemical complexity.
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 and synthetic colorants
Nylon and polyester compression leggings typically use disperse dyes and reactive dyes for color fastness. Restricted azo dyes are regulated in EU textiles (REACH) but US enforces fewer limits. No testing data is publicly available for Outdoor Voices products, so standard risk applies, possible allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive skin, especially darker shades.
Antimony in polyester fiber
Polyester production can include antimony trioxide as a catalyst; residual antimony may remain in fiber. Trace amounts in polyester textiles are generally not considered a dermal hazard under normal wear, but prolonged contact with damp, damaged fabric (pilling, tears) could theoretically increase migration. This is a theoretical rather than documented risk for athletic leggings in regular use.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Compression knits usually do not require formaldehyde resin treatments for wrinkle resistance (unlike cotton-heavy garments). No public reports of formaldehyde concerns in Outdoor Voices compression leggings. Risk is low unless seams or labels include resin-bonded components; check for chemical smell on first unboxing as a screening indicator.
Source, ATSDR ↗Lead
No recalls or test reports have identified heavy metal contamination in Outdoor Voices textiles. Synthetic dyes used in nylon/polyester typically do not rely on cadmium or lead pigments (unlike some ceramics or vintage textiles). Risk remains consistent with industry baseline for US-market athletic wear.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Outdoor Voices has not made public commitments on PFAS phase-out or textile chemical transparency, placing it in the 'silent' category for PFAS stance. The brand does not advertise third-party certifications (Bluesign, GOTS, OEKO-TEX) on product pages for this item. No major recall or contamination incidents are documented for this product line. Lack of disclosure is a neutral signal for a casual athletic brand but suggests reliance on standard manufacturing rather than premium chemical control.
How it compares in its category
Compression leggings from this price tier and brand positioning typically do not include flame retardants, antimicrobial treatments, or heavy stain protection, which is favorable. Certified alternatives (e.g., GOTS organic or Bluesign-approved brands) would offer tighter chemical oversight but at significantly higher cost. Outdoor Voices' untreatment approach is honest positioning for a performance casual product, comparable to mid-market athletic brands like Outdoor Voices' direct competitors in the US market.
If you buy it
Wash in cool or warm water (below 40C/104F) to preserve elasticity and minimize dye bleeding, especially on first wear. Avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softeners, which can degrade polyester and nylon fibers over time. Air-dry rather than machine-drying to extend compression integrity; heat exposure can reduce elastic recovery. Replace leggings when waistbands slip, seams fray, or compression noticeably decreases (typically 12-18 months with regular wear).
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% 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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