Are scrub caps worth it?

Yes. Reusable scrub caps are a worthwhile investment for healthcare professionals. They are more comfortable than disposables for long shifts, allow personalisation with your name and role for team identification, and are better for the environment — each reusable cap replaces over 100 disposable alternatives per year. Our 100% cotton caps can be machine washed at 60°C, meeting NHS infection control standards.

How do I choose the right size scrub cap?

Measure around the widest part of your head, above your ears and eyebrows, using a soft tape measure. Our scrub caps come in sizes XS (52cm) to 2XL (69cm). If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up for comfort. Visit our sizing guide at medicuscaps.com/pages/scrub-caps-sizing-guide for detailed instructions and a size chart for each style.

What is the difference between a surgical cap and a scrub cap?

The terms are used interchangeably. A surgical cap (or theatre cap) refers to any head covering worn in the operating theatre to contain hair and reduce contamination. Scrub cap is the informal term used across healthcare settings. Both meet the same infection control standards when made from appropriate materials and washed at 60°C.

What is the difference between Euro and regular scrub caps?

A Euro-style scrub cap (also called a pixie or fitted cap) sits closer to the head with a shorter back, while a regular bouffant-style cap has more room to tuck in longer hair. At Medicus, our Bandana style is a classic tie-back with full coverage, our Captain is a fitted tie-back with structured front similar to a Euro style, and our Elastic Backed is a no-tie slip-on.

Are scrub caps mandatory in UK hospitals?

Head coverings are required in operating theatres across UK hospitals to maintain sterile conditions. While specific policies vary by NHS trust, most require theatre staff to wear caps that fully contain hair. Many trusts now actively encourage reusable cotton scrub caps as a sustainable alternative to disposable options, provided they are washed at 60°C between uses.

What are the best scrub caps for long hair?

For long hair, we recommend our Bandana (tie-back) style which offers the most room to tuck hair in comfortably. The generous cut accommodates ponytails, buns, braids, and locs. For extra hair protection, add a satin lining which prevents breakage, reduces frizz, and maintains protective hairstyles during long shifts. Available in sizes up to 2XL (69cm).

Scrub Cap with Marvel Spiderman City Escape Web Fabric

Marvel Spiderman City Escape Web scrub cap shown on model

Scrub Cap with Marvel Spiderman City Escape Web Fabric

£18.95

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Handmade to order in Sheffield, England. Dispatched in 2–3 working days. Royal Mail tracked delivery from £3.99, with next-day and priority options at checkout.

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Spiderman swings through the city on this web-slung print — a hit with young patients and lifelong Marvel fans alike. Breathable 100% cotton, machine-washable, and made in the UK.

Details

Fabric: licensed Marvel Spiderman City Escape Web print, bought as fabric and sewn into caps by Medicus Caps in Sheffield. Not official merchandise
Style: choose from 10 fits at checkout – Bandana, Captain, Duchess and Crown, or the specialised Bouffant, Pony, Braid Pouch, Hijab, Turban and Ortho Hood (not sure? find your style)
Material: 100% cotton
Sizes: XS-2XL fits 52-69cm heads (view sizing guide)
Care: machine wash at 60°C in line with NHS uniform guidance
Production: Made to order in Sheffield, UK – 1-6 working days depending on customisation
Colours: Spiderman print with red/blue web design on city background
Paediatric engagement: Familiar superhero character helps reduce patient anxiety during procedures
Professional comfort: Breathable cotton construction suitable for extended surgical sessions
Team identification: Add custom embroidery with name and role
Reusable: made to be washed and worn for years rather than binned after a shift
Digital passport: every cap carries a sewn-in QR code linking to its own Medicus cap passport
Delivery: UK Royal Mail Tracked 48 from £3.99, faster options at checkout, worldwide shipping available

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Name and role embroidery – permanent identification in the font, colour and placement you choose (text size guide)

ID band – contrasting band so colleagues can read your role across the theatre

Satin lining – protects hair and reduces friction on long shifts

Flux peak – a small brim that keeps theatre lights out of your eyes

Mullet – a contrasting band colour for quicker laundry sorting

Animal ears – fabric ears that match the print, a favourite on children's wards

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