Most likely, if you have a Xiaomi Mi Band bracelet, you will spend a lot of time wearing it. This in the long run causes it to end up full of stains and dirt, either grease, dirt or any other residue .

Although some of these bracelets such as the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 have IP68 certification and therefore we can clean them directly in the shower or under the stream of water, the truth is that this type of cleaning is not as efficient as you might imagine. . For that same reason, in this article we are going to teach you how to properly clean your Xiaomi Mi Band and leave its strap as the first day . Interested? Then continue reading

Tips to clean your Xiaomi Mi Band

Keep in mind that these cleaning recommendations for the Mi Band 6 are also applicable with the past generations of the Mi Band . The process is not complex, but you must be attentive to the details . Here you can get a summary of everything you need to know.

Remove the capsule

To charge the battery of the first generations of the Mi Band, it was necessary to disassemble the capsule from the strap. Although this feature is no longer present on the Mi Band 6, you can still easily remove the capsule .

By doing this, you can more comfortably check if the capsule has embedded dirt. The best way to clean the body of the monitor is with a microfiber cloth . This should be a little damp, and be rubbed gently by the different areas of the Mi Band.

Use neutral soap for the strap

The next thing is to clean the rubber strap of the Mi Band. For this we recommend using neutral soap for rinsing. It is important not to use products with bleach, which are not corrosive , and not to leave the strap under the tap receiving an unnecessary amount of water.

Magic sponge and a toothbrush, the best allies to clean it

To reach the most difficult areas on the strap, such as the clasp holes, it is best to use a toothbrush. This should be rubbed gently, and with circular movements , so that the cleaning is deep and efficient.

In case there are still details to be covered, you can use a magic sponge to continue cleaning. For this, it is only necessary to moisten it a little and this will help us to eliminate any trace of grease, glue or dirt that simply with soap we cannot make disappear.

How to clean metal or leather Mi Band straps

Each surface has its secret. When it comes to metal straps, the cleaning process varies a bit . To obtain an optimal cleaning without damaging the metal, we recommend not using water, in the long run it could cause the appearance of rust. It is preferable to use a soft cloth and clean with patience.

Leather straps tend to be a bit more complex. The best thing in this case is to use a cloth to remove as much dirt as possible from the surface. Then, to prevent the leather from deteriorating, use a special moisturizing product .