Are scrub caps worth it?

For most people who wear one every shift, yes. A reusable cap is comfortable over a long shift, can carry your name and role so your team knows who you are, and is made to be washed and worn for years rather than binned after a shift. As a guide, one full-time wearer on two sessions a day gets through around 464 disposable caps a year. Wash at 60°C where NHS workwear policy applies; in non-surgical settings like vet and dental practices, a normal wash is fine.

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 to 2XL, fitting heads from under 51cm to over 65cm depending on style. 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) is any head covering worn in the operating theatre to keep hair contained. Scrub cap is the everyday term used across healthcare settings. Whichever you call it, follow your employer's uniform policy on washing: 60°C where NHS workwear policy applies, or a normal wash in non-surgical settings like vet and dental practices.

What is the difference between Euro and regular scrub caps?

A Euro-style scrub cap sits closer to the head with a shorter back, while a bouffant-style cap has more room to tuck in longer hair. At Medicus, the closest style to a Euro cap is the Duchess (Elastic Backed), a no-tie fitted cap, with the Crown if you want a little more room. The Bandana is a classic tie-back with full coverage.

Are scrub caps mandatory in UK hospitals?

Head coverings are expected in operating theatres, but the exact rules are set by each NHS trust's uniform and infection prevention policies. Most require theatre staff to wear a cap that fully contains the hair. Check your own trust's policy on whether reusable caps are allowed and how they should be washed.

What are the best scrub caps for long hair?

For long or thick hair, buns and updos, a Bouffant gives the most room, the Pony gives ponytails somewhere to go, and the Braid Pouch is made for braids. You can add a satin lining to any cap: satin's weave is smoother than plain cotton, so it causes less friction on hair (the method is explained at medicuscaps.com/pages/satin-lined-scrub-caps#why-satin). Sizes run XS to 2XL, fitting heads from under 51cm to over 65cm depending on style.

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Navy blue scrub cap with embroidered coat of arms crest vinyl transfer design

Scrub Cap With Vinyl Transfer

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We are only able to do so much with the sizing guide because we can't factor in a 3D measurment of your head and hair and with so much variation in shape and size along with how people like the fit and feel of wearing their cap (some like higher or lower).

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Always handmade to order in Sheffield, England, to your specifications. 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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Got a logo embroidery can't handle? Our vinyl transfer scrub caps carry intricate hospital logos, trust badges and multi-colour designs in durable heat-sealed vinyl. The 100% cotton base is reusable and machine-washable at 60°C.

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Style: choose from 8 fits at checkout – Bandana, Captain, Duchess and Crown, or the specialised Bouffant, Pony, Turban and Surgical Hood (not sure? find your style). The Hijab and Braid Pouch are available as their own caps, and Tie Back and Pouch fits on bulk orders
Material: 100% cotton
Sizes: XS-2XL fits heads from under 51cm to over 65cm, depending on style (view sizing guide)
Care: Wash at 60°C where NHS workwear policy applies. In non-surgical settings like vet and dental practices, a normal wash is fine
Production: Made to order in Sheffield, UK. Most orders dispatch within 2 working days, and more customisation takes longer
Colours: 30+ professional shades available on hand and 90+ for bulk orders
Vinyl stickers: Perfect for intricate hospital logos, trust badges, or multi-colour designs
Durable application: Heat-sealed vinyl withstands repeated hospital laundering
Team identification: Add department logos alongside custom embroidery for complete personalisation
Reusable: made to be washed and worn for years rather than binned after a shift. One full-time wearer on two sessions a day would otherwise get through around 464 disposable caps a year
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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