Headbands and bandanas for padel

Keep your forehead dry

The padel is an intense sport, often played outdoors in the heat. Sweat from the forehead runs into the eyes and can obstruct vision when hitting the ball. The headband absorbs sweat before it reaches the face and keeps hair back, ensuring a clear field of vision during smashes and volleys. The bandana, tied around the head, serves the same purpose with a more laid-back style, popularised by many players.

Other accessories

Padel accessories also come in various types:

• Wrist bands.
• Caps.
• Grips and Overgrips.
• Bags.
• Care products.
• Padel Book.

All accessories are gathered on the accessories page.

The Varlion headband

The Varlion headband, from the brand that was born in Argentina in 1993 and is based in Spain, one of the first complete padel brands, follows the style of professional players. The thick cotton terry headband absorbs a lot of sweat; the manual headband, thinner and made of synthetic fibres, dries quickly and remains lightweight. The elastic headbands stay in place without knots, even during the fastest movements.

Useful extras

The headband is often paired with wrist bands, which prevent sweat from running down to the hand and making the grip slippery. In strong sunlight, a cap or visor also protects from the sun, at the expense of a bit of coolness. Choose a headband that fits well, not too tight to avoid headaches and not too loose. Wash it after each match at thirty degrees to prevent odours.

Good deals

Great deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance sales, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24h are prepared and dispatched in 24 hours. The key events of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

Headband or bandana: which one to choose for playing padel?

The elastic headband stays in place well and absorbs sweat from the forehead. The bandana, tied around the head, offers more coverage and also protects the scalp from the sun, but needs to be tightened well to avoid slipping.

Terry headband or technical: what's the difference?

The cotton terry headband absorbs a lot of sweat but dries slowly and becomes heavy. The technical headband, made of fine synthetic fibres, wicks moisture away and dries quickly, ideal for long games in the heat.

How to wash a sports headband to avoid odours?

Rinse it after each session and wash it regularly in the machine with sports laundry, without fabric softener which reduces absorbency. Let it air dry instead of rolling it at the bottom of the bag.

Is a wristband useful in addition to the headband?

Yes: it wipes the forehead between points and prevents sweat from dripping down to the hand, keeping a dry grip on the handle. It complements the headband during matches played in full heat.

Does the headband work for long hair?

Yes, it holds back strands that fall into the face, in addition to a ponytail or braid. Choose a model that is wide enough and stretchy so that it doesn’t slip during smashes.