Do graphene work gloves actually work?

Real graphene does - it strengthens the yarn, conducts heat away from your hands, and resists odor-causing bacteria. But a 2018 study in Advanced Materials found most commercial “graphene” products were mostly graphite, so look for Graphene Council verification.

Are graphene gloves safe to wear?

Yes. Graphene is pure carbon, bonded into the Kyorene® fiber rather than sprayed on top, so it does not shed or wash out. The liners also use zero fiberglass and zero steel, which removes the usual skin irritation.

Can you wash graphene gloves?

Yes - machine wash and air dry. Because the graphene is bonded into the yarn itself, the protection does not wash out load after load.

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Why graphene in work gloves?

3 min read · Updated July 7, 2026

Graphene is one of the strongest materials ever measured - a single layer of carbon atoms. In a glove liner, that strength translates into protection without the bulk, plus a few benefits you'll feel all day.

Strength without bulk

Because graphene is so strong for its weight, a graphene-enhanced liner reaches a given cut level with a thinner, more flexible yarn. That's why our highest-cut gloves still feel like work gloves, not oven mitts.

Heat, odor, and UV

Graphene conducts heat well, so the liner helps regulate temperature and pull heat away from your hand on long shifts. It's also naturally resistant to odor-causing bacteria, and it adds a measure of UV protection for outdoor work.

It lasts through the wash

The graphene is part of the yarn, not a coating that washes off. Machine wash cold, air dry, and the liner keeps its properties wear after wear.