Clean hands: Always wash and dry your hands thoroughly.

Soft surface: Place the doll on a clean, padded surface or soft blanket to avoid scratches or pressure marks while dressing.

Fabrics matter: Soft, smooth fabrics like silk, satin, fine cotton, or lightweight knits are safest. Avoid rough fabrics (denim, coarse wool) that can snag or leave marks.

Prevent staining: New or stored clothing may have dyes or dust that can transfer to silicone. Wash all clothes in gentle detergent, rinse thoroughly, and air dry before dressing the doll.

Separate darks and lights: Especially important for light-colored silicone to prevent accidental discoloration.

Hair accessories: Use soft elastics, ribbons, or clips with no metal edges. Avoid small beads or sharp pins that can puncture the skin.

Jewelry: Lightweight pieces like delicate bracelets or necklaces work best. Avoid anything sharp or heavy.

Shoes and gloves: Slip them on gently. For shoes, ensure they are wide enough and soft-soled if possible to avoid stress.

Lift, don't drag: When putting on dresses, shirts, or leggings, gently lift the doll's limbs instead of forcefully pulling clothing over the body. This prevents stretching the skin.

Smooth folds: Smooth each piece of clothing as you go, checking that there are no pinches or sharp folds that could stress the silicone.

Start with delicate areas first: Dress fingers, toes, and wrists first if the outfit covers them. Then work on arms, legs, and torso.

Avoid fingernails digging in: Be conscious of long or sharp nails. Use fingertips or the pads of your fingers and clip your nails beforehand.

Rotate gently: If the doll needs to sit or stand while dressing, support joints carefully and avoid forcing limbs into position.

Adjust accessories last: Once the main outfit is on, add jewelry, scarves, or small props. Make sure nothing pulls on the clothing or presses into the skin.

Final smoothing: Gently run your hands over the clothing and silicone skin to ensure there are no snags, creases, or potential friction points.

Remove jewelry or accessories before storing the doll for long periods.

Keep clothing and accessories separate if possible to avoid stains or accidental snags.