Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top - Eczema Sleeves for Older Kids Teens and Adults

Adult eczema sufferers are consistently underserved when it comes to scratch protection.
The options are: standard cotton gloves that fall off and feel clinical, separate mitten sleeves designed for babies, or nothing.

The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top was designed to close that gap — a full long sleeve top with integrated fold-over mitten cuffs built from the same soft bamboo blend as the sleeve body.
The cuffs fold back completely for daily wear so there's nothing to mark it as different from a regular long sleeve top. They fold forward and stay in place for sleep or any moment when protection is needed.
No separate pieces to lose. No medical aesthetic.
Just a top that works for eczema-prone skin at any age.

I wake up with my hands scratched raw. What can I do?

Cover your hands while you sleep. The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Older Kids, Teens and Adults has fold-over mitten cuffs, so your hands sit inside soft bamboo all night and your nails stay off your skin. Keep nails short and follow your usual skin routine. If your skin is weeping, bleeding or getting worse, see your GP.

Cotton gloves fall off in the night. Is there something better?

Gloves rely on a wrist cuff, and they slip off as you move. The mitten cuffs on the Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top are part of the sleeve, so they stay with the top. They also cover your forearms, which gloves leave bare. In the morning, fold them back and the top looks like any long sleeve top.

I scratch my arms at my desk without noticing. What helps?

Idle hands find itchy skin, at a desk, on the couch or in bed. With this top, fold the mitten cuffs over your hands while you read, watch TV or wind down. Fold them back when you need to type or cook. You switch in seconds, without changing clothes.

Everything for eczema scratching seems made for babies. Is there anything for adults?

Yes. The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Older Kids, Teens and Adults takes the fold-over mitten design from the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves and puts it in a full long sleeve top, sized XS to XL. With the cuffs open, nobody can tell it's anything but a plain Midnight Blue top.

What sizes does the top come in?

XS, S, M, L and XL. The size chart lists chest and sleeve length: XS 94 cm chest and 70 cm sleeve, S 102 and 71, M 108 and 72, L 116 and 73, XL 122 and 73. If you're between sizes, size up for a softer fit.

Will it fit an older child?

Yes, if your child has outgrown kids sizes. The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Kids goes up to 11-12yr. After that, measure your child's chest and compare it with this top's chart, which starts at a 94 cm chest for XS. Choose the bigger size if your child sits between two.

What fabric is the Scratch Sleeve Top made from?

The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Older Kids, Teens and Adults is 70% bamboo viscose, 25% organic cotton and 5% elastane. It's the same super-soft blend as the sleeves on the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves. The bamboo feels smooth, the organic cotton adds strength and the elastane gives stretch so the top moves with you.

Can I wear it to work or under other clothes?

Yes. It works as a base layer under a shirt or jumper, as a top on its own, or for sleep. With the mitten cuffs folded back, it looks like a regular long sleeve top in Midnight Blue. The breathable bamboo blend suits wearing all day.

How do the mitten cuffs work?

Each sleeve of the Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top ends in a mitten cuff. Fold it forward over your hand and your fingers sit inside soft bamboo. Fold it back and your hand is free. Close them for sleep, during a flare or while you relax, and open them for work, eating and your phone.

Can I wear the top over creams?

Yes. Apply your creams, let them settle, then put the top on. The sleeves help keep cream on your arms instead of on your sheets. Ask your GP or dermatologist before wearing it over wet wraps, and follow their advice on which creams to use.

How does it go on?

It's a pull-on top with no buttons or zips, so nothing presses on sore skin. Pull it over your head, slide your arms through and settle the cuffs at the wrists. Fold the mitten cuffs over your hands when you need them, and back again when you don't.

Are the mitten cuffs on the adult top made of silk?

No. On the Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Older Kids, Teens and Adults, the closed mitten is the same soft bamboo blend as the rest of the top. The Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves use 100% silk mittens and come in baby and kids sizes up to 6 years. The fold-over design is the same.

Is it safe to sleep in?

It's a close-fitting long sleeve top with nothing loose to tangle. The mitten cuffs cover only the hands, so your face and neck stay clear. Choose the right size so the sleeves sit well, and fold the cuffs back if you need your hands during the night.

Is it only for eczema?

It's designed for eczema-prone skin. Anyone whose scratching damages their skin, whatever the cause, can fold the cuffs over to keep nails off it. The bamboo blend is soft, with no polyester or fleece. Talk to your GP or dermatologist about the skin condition itself.

Is the top better than cotton gloves?

For most people, it stays on better and covers more. Cotton gloves cover the hands only and often come off in sleep. The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top covers hands, wrists and arms, and the mittens are part of the sleeve. It also looks like normal clothing with the cuffs open.

Should I get the top or the PJ Set for Teens and Adults?

Get the top if your hands and arms are the problem. If you also scratch your legs and feet, the Bamboo Bubby PJ Set for Teens and Adults pairs this top with the Bamboo Bubby Bamboo Footed Pants for Teens and Adults. Buy them separately if you need different sizes for top and pants.

How is it different from other adult eczema clothing?

Most adult eczema clothing is a soft top or gloves, not both. The Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Older Kids, Teens and Adults puts fold-over mitten cuffs into a full bamboo top, so you need no extra pieces. It comes from Bamboo Bubby, Australian designed and owned for 16+ years, and started with Kelly's own son's eczema.

How do I choose my size in the Scratch Sleeve Top?

Measure around the fullest part of your chest. Then match it to the chart: XS 94 cm, S 102, M 108, L 116, XL 122. Sleeves run from 70 cm to 73 cm. If you're between sizes, size up. A roomier fit sits softly over sore skin.

How many tops do I need?

Two is easiest: one to wear and one in the wash. Creams and night sweats mean the top gets washed often. Two tops take your order over $99, so shipping within Australia is free. Under $99, shipping is $12 in Australia and $15 to New Zealand.

How do I care for the adult Scratch Sleeve Top?

Machine wash the Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top warm on a gentle cycle, and avoid hot washes. Line dry or tumble dry low, and use a cool iron if needed. Don't use bleach or fabric softener. Softener coats bamboo fibres and makes them less soft over time.