Scrub Caps for Women

Tie-back, bouffant and satin-lined fits that hold your hair without crushing it. Made to order in Sheffield, machine washable at 60°C, and personalised if you want it.

Scrub Caps For Longer Hair

Any of the scrub caps below can have the following styles depending on your style and hair.

Duchess

Duchess

Full coverage with latex free elastic.

The Pony

The Pony

Full coverage for ponytails and tied at the back.

Bouffant

Bouffant

For larger hair than ponytails that can be tied at the back.

Hijab

Hijab

This is a full coverage with ties and styled like a hijab.

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Questions about women's scrub caps uk | stylish theatre hats for women

How do I know what size scrub cap to order?
Measure around your head where the cap will sit, typically just above your ears and across your forehead. Our size guide shows the measurements for each size, XS to 2XL, by style. If you're between sizes, size up, or order a Sample Box to try before committing, as people wear the same size differently.
What material are your scrub caps made from?
Our caps are made from 100% premium cotton (football-club caps are poly-cotton): breathable, comfortable during long shifts, and naturally absorbent, so there's no need for a separate sweatband. The fabric is tested for durability and comfort in clinical environments. We're also piloting hemp in some NHS trusts.
Are your scrub caps suitable for operating theatres?
Yes. Our caps are designed for 60°C washing in line with NHS uniform guidance, and are used across operating theatres, labs, kitchens and clinical environments. They're tested through industrial washing and daily clinical use, and some clinical clients also autoclave them.
Will my scrub cap survive NHS commercial washing?
Yes. Our 100% cotton caps are tested to withstand commercial laundering and drying, and some clinical clients also autoclave them. The fabric and embroidery hold their quality through hundreds of wash cycles.
How should I wash my scrub cap at home?
Follow your workplace washing policy. General guidance is machine wash at 40-60°C with similar colours. Tumble dry on low or air dry. Iron on medium heat if needed. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners which can affect the cotton's breathability. We have NHS Trusts washing at higher temperatures like 70C so depends on your use case and work policies.
How long will my scrub cap order take?
Every Medicus cap is made to order in our Sheffield workshop, and most orders are dispatched the same or next working day. More customisation takes a little longer, and custom printed fabric takes about a week. Need it sooner? Rush orders are available for a fee. Delivery time is added after dispatch, and your shipping options and estimate show at checkout. We'll email tracking when your order ships.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship worldwide from the UK to Japan, Africa, and everywhere in between. International orders may require courier or special delivery services depending on your location. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout.
Are your scrub caps sustainable?
Yes. Every Medicus cap is reusable, made to be washed and worn for years in place of single-use disposable caps. Each one carries a digital passport, and at the end of its life the cotton can be recycled.

Women's Scrub Caps & Theatre Hats

Our women's scrub caps are designed with style, comfort and practicality in mind. Whether you're a surgeon, nurse, dentist or vet, find a theatre hat that suits your personality and keeps you comfortable through long shifts.

Scrub Caps for Women — Designed to Fit

Women's heads and hair needs are different. Our scrub caps for women come in multiple styles including standard tie-back, bouffant (perfect for thick or long hair), and pixie options. Every cap features an integrated sweatband and adjustable fit.

Surgical Caps for Women in Every Style

From elegant florals to bold prints, Disney characters to anatomy designs, our surgical caps for women let you express yourself in theatre. We also offer satin-lined scrub caps to protect natural hair and reduce frizz (why satin helps).

Personalise Your Theatre Hat

Add your name, NHS role or department with personalised embroidery. Choose from 30+ thread colours and multiple fonts. Popular with consultants, theatre teams and anyone who wants their cap to be uniquely theirs.

All our women's surgical hats are handmade from breathable cotton, machine washable at 60°C, and made to order in the UK. Prices start from £9.99.

Customisation Options Explained

Embroidered Scrub Caps

Our most popular personalisation option. Add your name, job title, department, or credentials in your choice of thread colour.

Perfect for theatre teams where quick identification matters—studies show personalised caps improve team communication and reduce errors in high-pressure environments. We use commercial-grade embroidery tested on industrial laundry cycles over 100°C.

Custom Printed Fabric

Design a cap that's completely unique. Upload your own artwork, department logo, or choose from our design service to create all-over prints. Ideal for paediatric units wanting themed designs, or departments implementing visual identification systems. Minimum order of just one cap.

ID Band Scrub Caps

A practical innovation for busy theatres. The integrated ID band displays your name and role prominently, making identification instant even when wearing masks and visors. Available in contrasting colours for maximum visibility.

Satin Lined Scrub Caps

Designed for textured, curly, or protective hairstyles. The satin lining reduces friction, prevents breakage, and maintains moisture—a thoughtful option that acknowledges the diverse hair needs of our NHS workforce.

Exclusive Fabrics

Patterns and prints you won't find anywhere else. Our exclusive fabric collection features designs created specifically for healthcare professionals, from subtle medical motifs to bold statement prints.

Medicus Custom Scrub Caps

Why Personalise Your Scrub Cap?

In busy clinical environments, personalised scrub caps serve a practical purpose beyond self-expression. The NHS increasingly recognises the value of staff identification—knowing who's who at a glance improves communication, reduces errors, and builds patient confidence.

Our customisation options let you add your name and role, choose colours that match departmental coding, include your credentials or speciality, and express personality while maintaining professionalism. Every cap is made to order in our Sheffield workshop, giving you complete control over fit, style, and personalisation.

Contact Medicus Scrub Caps

At Medicus Caps, we offer bulk orders of high-quality, sustainable scrub caps in sizes and styles to suit any need. Our custom options allow you to personalise your caps with printed fabric or embroidered logos and names.

All of our caps are designed and manufactured in the UK under one roof for the highest quality control and include latex-free elastic options. We also have an end-of-life recycling programme for responsible disposal. Choose Medicus Caps for all of your sustainable scrub cap needs.

NHS implementations

NHS Trust Case Studies

Real-world results from trusts across the UK making the switch to reusable scrub caps.

Chesterfield NHS Trust

Feb 2024
On Site Laundering
84,000 disposable hats saved from incineration per year

Getting to actually choose the size and style of my scrub cap got me really invested in the outcome.

  • Improved team bonding
  • New staff integration improved
  • One-year longitudinal data

UCLH NHS Trust

2024
IPC approved
£32,000 projected annual savings
9,000kg CO₂ reduction per year
  • Named caps improving teamwork
  • Enhanced patient experience

Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

2025
World-first hemp caps
464 disposable caps per staff member per year (baseline)

Find hemp fabric cooling and comfortable to wear on long shifts.

  • First hemp-based reusable theatre hats
  • Carbon-negative properties
  • Biodegradable at end of life

NHS Scotland National Green Theatres Programme

ARHAI Scotland confirms reusable headwear acceptable with local policy. 2.4 million single-use caps used annually being targeted for replacement across Scottish health boards.

NHS Scotland Centre for Sustainable Delivery, 2024

Theatre caps identified as 'low hanging fruit' – high implementation feasibility, high staff satisfaction, unaffected patient experience, generally supportive IPC teams when adequate protocols provided.

Centre for Sustainable Healthcare Report 2025
84,000 caps saved annually (single trust)
£32k annual savings potential
9,000kg CO₂ reduction per year