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Custom Underscrubs in Your Scrub Colors

Underscrubs are fitted, stretchy base-layer shirts worn under a scrub top for warmth, coverage and comfort, most often with long sleeves. Custom Uniform Factory cuts and sews underscrubs in its Los Angeles factory in colors coordinated with your scrubs, for healthcare employers, scrub brands and resellers: private label from about 50 pieces per style, or wholesale with quantities confirmed on inquiry.

Product photos are illustrative renderings of styles we make; every order is produced to your spec.

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Close-up of a healthcare worker in a blue scrub top layered over a white long-sleeve underscrub shirt
Minimum order
About 50 pieces per style
Production
Cut & sewn in Los Angeles, imported fabric
Sleeves
Long sleeve, short sleeve
Necklines
Crew, mock neck and V-neck options

Underscrubs by style

12 styles in 3 families · each made to order in your fabric, color and branding from 50 pieces.

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Nurse wearing a black long-sleeve underscrub under a scrub top checking a patient monitor

Long-sleeve underscrubs with thumbholes

Underscrubs long sleeve styles are the warm layer staff wear under short-sleeve tops on cold units and early shifts. We cut them close to the body with flatlock seams and thumbholes, and match colors to your scrub program.

  • Black long-sleeve underscrub with crew neck, flatlock seams and thumbholesBlack long-sleeve underscrub
  • White long-sleeve scrub undershirt with crew neck and slim fitWhite long-sleeve underscrub
  • Navy long-sleeve underscrub with thumbholes and longer body lengthNavy long-sleeve underscrub
  • Ceil blue women's long-sleeve underscrub with shaped fit and thumbholesCeil long-sleeve underscrub
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Dental assistant wearing a white undershirt under a scrub top preparing a dental tray

Short-sleeve scrub undershirts

A short-sleeve scrub undershirt adds a clean layer and coverage at the neckline without extra warmth. Wholesale underscrubs in this style are a steady reorder item for clinics and scrub retailers alike.

  • White short-sleeve scrub undershirt with crew neck and flat seamsWhite short-sleeve undershirt
  • Heather grey short-sleeve scrub undershirt with V-neck and slim fitHeather grey undershirt
  • Navy short-sleeve underscrub with crew neck and longer tuck-in lengthNavy short-sleeve undershirt
  • Black short-sleeve scrub undershirt with V-neck mirroring scrub top necklineBlack short-sleeve undershirt
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Home health aide in a navy mock neck underscrub carrying a medical bag up porch steps

Mock neck underscrubs

A mock neck adds warmth at the throat and more coverage for teams who prefer it. We keep the collar soft and low enough to sit comfortably under any scrub top neckline.

  • Navy mock neck long-sleeve underscrub with soft collar and thumbholesNavy mock neck underscrub
  • Black mock neck underscrub with long sleeves and slim bodyBlack mock neck underscrub
  • Pewter grey women's mock neck underscrub with thumbhole cuffsPewter mock neck underscrub
  • Wine colored mock neck underscrub with long sleeves and brushed interiorWine mock neck underscrub
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Customize your underscrubs

Pick the style, fabric and colors, add your logo and names, then attach the design to your quote. We cut and sew it in Los Angeles from 50 pieces per style.

Why do healthcare workers wear underscrubs?

Healthcare workers wear underscrubs for warmth, coverage, moisture control and a neater look under a loose, short-sleeved scrub top. A fitted base layer keeps staff warm in air-conditioned units and on night shifts without a bulky jacket that has to come off for patient care, and it adds modesty when bending forward in a V-neck.

  • Warmth. without a jacket that gets in the way of care.
  • Coverage. of arms, chest and tattoos.
  • Moisture control. A wicking knit pulls sweat away from the skin during busy shifts.
  • A cleaner look. A fitted layer keeps the scrub top from clinging and adds a coordinated color.

They are worn by hospital nurses on cold units, ER (emergency room) and ICU (intensive care unit) staff, dental teams in cool operatories, veterinary staff handling animals that scratch, and home health workers moving between cars and homes.

White short-sleeve scrub undershirt with crew neck and flat seams

Underscrubs long sleeve vs short sleeve

Long-sleeve underscrubs are the bestselling style, ideally with thumbholes that keep sleeves in place under gloves and jackets and cuffs that push up easily for handwashing. Short-sleeve underscrubs work where policy calls for bare forearms, adding coverage and wicking under a V-neck top. Many programs stock both styles.

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Some hospitals apply a bare-below-the-elbows rule in direct patient care to support hand and wrist hygiene; the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) guidance on healthcare personnel attire explains the reasoning. Confirm what your infection prevention team allows before standardizing long sleeves.

Underscrub shirt features to specify

An underscrub shirt is specified by four details: neckline, sleeves, fit and seams. Each one decides whether the layer sits smoothly under a scrub top for a 12-hour shift or bunches, rubs and shows where it should not, so settle them on the sample before the size run is cut.

Neckline

A crew neck sits neatly under a V-neck top as a visible layer, a mock neck adds warmth, and a V-neck layer mirrors the top’s neckline and disappears under it.

Sleeves

Long or short. Long sleeves benefit from thumbholes and cuffs with good stretch recovery, so they push up for handwashing and spring back without bagging at the wrist.

Black long-sleeve underscrub with crew neck, flatlock seams and thumbholes

Fit

Close to the body but not compressive enough to restrict reaching or lifting, and long enough in the body to stay covered under the top. Women’s fits add shaping; men’s fits are longer.

Seams

Flatlock seams lie flat against the skin and reduce rubbing under a top. A printed neck label instead of a sewn tag removes the most common itch point.

Which fabric is best for scrub undershirts?

The best fabric for scrub undershirts is usually a polyester-spandex or nylon-spandex knit, because both are thin, wick moisture, dry quickly and recover their shape. Cotton-spandex feels softer but holds moisture longer, and brushed or thermal knits add warmth for cold units and home health visits in winter.

FabricFeelBest for
Polyester-spandex knitSmooth, light, quick dryingMost programs; strong wicking and durability
Nylon-spandex knitSilky, cool to the touch, high stretchPremium collections, warm environments
Cotton-spandex knitSoft and breathableWearers who prefer natural fibers; lower-activity roles
Brushed or thermal knitWarmer, soft inner faceCold units, outdoor home health visits

Check three properties on the sample: stretch recovery (why cheap base layers bag at the wrists), opacity (thin light colors can be see-through under bright lights) and pilling at the underarm and side seams. Knits take dye differently from woven scrub fabric, so a base layer may be close to, rather than identical to, your scrub color. Our scrub fabric guide explains blends and stretch in more depth, and we confirm available knits at quote stage.

Nursing underscrubs and other roles

Nursing underscrubs are the largest use, but the right sleeve and fabric change by role: night-shift nurses want warmth, emergency staff want fast-drying knits, veterinary teams want forearm coverage and home health workers want thermal layers. Use this table as a starting point when one program covers several departments.

Role or settingSleeveFabricNotes
Hospital nurses, night shiftLong with thumbholesPolyester-spandex or brushed knitWarmth without a jacket; check sleeve policy
ER and ICU staffShort or longLightweight wicking knitFast drying through high-activity shifts
Dental teamsLong or shortCotton-spandex or nylon-spandexCool operatories; neat look under a V-neck
Veterinary staffLongDurable polyester-spandexForearm coverage around animals
Home healthLongThermal or brushed knitMoving between cold cars and homes
Nursing and CNA (certified nursing assistant) studentsShort or longPolyester-spandexProgram color, simple unisex sizing

Tip: A crew neck under a deep V-neck top is a deliberate, visible layer; a V-neck underscrub disappears. Choose the neckline for the look you want.

Navy mock neck long-sleeve underscrub with soft collar and thumbholes

How should underscrubs fit?

Underscrubs should fit close enough to sit smoothly under a scrub top without bunching, but not so tight that they restrict reaching or lifting. Most wearers take their usual size and those who prefer a relaxed feel size up. Collect base-layer sizes separately from scrub top sizes, because the two rarely match.

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A person who wears a relaxed medium top may want a small fitted base layer. Our scrub size chart shows how body measurements map to sizes; the size range for underscrubs is confirmed at quote stage.

How do you wash underscrubs?

Underscrubs last longest washed in cool or warm water without chlorine bleach, which weakens spandex, and tumble dried on low or hung to dry to protect stretch at the cuffs and neckline. Skip fabric softener on wicking knits, because it coats the fibers and reduces moisture transfer.

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They are washed after every shift, often more often than the scrub top, so staff typically need several to cover a week. Washing with similar fabrics rather than towels reduces pilling.

What determines the cost of custom underscrubs?

The cost of custom underscrubs depends mainly on the knit fabric, the quantity per style, the construction details, any branding and the labels and packaging. No prices appear on this page because every order is quoted on its actual fabric and quantity; the table shows how each factor moves the unit price.

Cost driverHow it moves the unit priceHow to keep it in check
FabricNylon-spandex and thermal knits usually cost more than standard polyester-spandexChoose fabric for the setting and season
Quantity per styleLarger runs spread cutting, setup and sampling across more pieces, so unit cost tends to fallStandardize one core color and neckline
ConstructionThumbholes, flatlock seams and mock necks add sewing timeKeep the details wearers value most
BrandingEach logo location and thread or print color adds time per pieceOne small sleeve or wrist logo
Labels and packagingPrinted neck labels, hang tags, polybags and multi-color bundles add componentsUse standard finishing for staff issue

Custom and private label underscrub tops

Custom underscrub tops are a high-repeat product for scrub brands: customers buy several and return to replace them. Custom Uniform Factory produces them under your brand, in your colors, with printed or heat-transfer neck labels, which are often more comfortable than sewn tags on a base layer.

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Retail-ready details include individual polybags with size stickers, multi-color bundles and a hang tag explaining fabric and care. US apparel needs fiber content labels under the FTC Textile Fiber Products Identification Act rules (16 CFR Part 303) and care instructions under the FTC Care Labeling Rule (16 CFR Part 423). See our private label scrubs program for the full label and packaging options.

Wholesale underscrubs

Wholesale underscrubs are plain base layers bought in bulk by uniform stores, school bookstores and resellers, with quantities confirmed when you send a wholesale inquiry. Because base layers reorder often, consistent color and sizing between runs matter most, so specifications stay on file and each reorder is matched to the approved sample.

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Nursing and medical assistant programs often specify one underscrub color alongside the scrub set; see how we supply CNA and nursing student scrubs. For blank programs across several garments, our wholesale scrubs service covers tops, pants and layers together.

How does an underscrub order work?

An underscrub order runs in five steps: pick the core style, approve color on a sample, collect sizes, confirm quantities and produce. The minimum is about 50 pieces per style, and because many employers issue two or three per person, even a small team reaches it quickly. Specifications stay on file for reorders.

  1. 01

    Pick your core style

    For most programs a long-sleeve crew neck in one color; add a short-sleeve version as a second style if policy needs it.
  2. 02

    Approve color on a sample

    Hold it next to your actual scrub tops under the lighting where staff work.
  3. 03

    Collect sizes separately

    Base layers fit closer than tops, so do not copy scrub top sizes across.
  4. 04

    Confirm quantities

    About 50 pieces per style, split by size and color at quote stage.
  5. 05

    Production and reorders

    Underscrubs are cut and sewn in our Los Angeles factory from imported fabric, and replacements match the first run.

Hospital teams planning a complete uniform can see how we plan hospital and nursing uniforms. Ask us for current lead times when you request a quote.

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What to send us for a quote

A complete underscrub quote needs the sleeve length, neckline, fit, fabric, color, branding and quantity per style. Sending this list with the first message means the order can be priced and a color sample arranged without a round of follow-up questions.

  • Sleeve length, neckline and fit (women’s, men’s or unisex)
  • Fabric preference: wicking synthetic, cotton-rich or thermal
  • Color references from your scrubs, ideally a physical swatch
  • Details: thumbholes, flatlock seams, body length
  • Branding: wrist or sleeve logo, neck label type, hang tags for retail
  • Size breakdown, quantity per style (about 50 pieces minimum) and target date

What mistakes do buyers make with underscrubs?

The most common underscrub mistakes are ordering long sleeves without checking policy, expecting an exact color match, choosing too much compression, leaving bulky tags in and ordering too few per person. Each is easy to avoid at the brief stage and costly once a full run is sewn.

  1. Long sleeves without checking policy

    If your facility follows bare below the elbows for patient care, staff cannot wear them on shift.

  2. Expecting an exact color match

    Knit rarely matches woven scrub fabric perfectly. Approve the color on a sample next to the scrub top.

  3. Too much compression

    A very tight base layer feels restrictive over a 12-hour shift. Aim for close fitting, not compressive.

  4. Bulky tags

    Sewn tags rub under a layered top. Use printed or soft labels.

  5. Too few per person

    These shirts are washed after every shift; plan several per wearer and budget for replacements once or twice a year.

Questions about underscrubs

Need something not covered here? Ask our Los Angeles team and we’ll answer with options for your order.

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What is an underscrub?

An underscrub is a close-fitting knit shirt worn under a scrub top. It adds warmth in cold units, covers the arms and chest, wicks sweat and smooths the line of the top. Long-sleeve versions are the most popular, often with thumbholes, and they come in scrub colors so they look like part of the uniform.

What is the minimum order for underscrubs?

The minimum order for underscrubs is about 50 pieces per style. One style means one design in one fabric, such as a long-sleeve crew neck; a short-sleeve version is a second style. Many employers issue two or three per person, so even small teams reach the minimum quickly. The size and color split is agreed at quote stage.

Can we order underscrubs in our scrub colors?

Underscrubs can be made in colors coordinated with your scrubs, which is the point of an underscrub for most programs. Knit and woven fabrics take dye differently, so send your scrub color references or a swatch and approve the closest knit color on a sample held next to the actual scrub top.

Can underscrubs carry a logo?

A small embroidered or printed logo on the wrist, upper sleeve or back of the neck brands an underscrub without adding bulk under the scrub top. Keep chest logos off base layers, because the scrub top covers them. Scrub brands often add a printed neck label instead of a sewn tag, which is more comfortable against skin.

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Workers folding finished navy and ceil blue scrub tops and sealing them in clear poly bags for wholesale shipping

Wholesale

Blank scrub tops, pants and sets plus work uniforms sold wholesale from our Los Angeles factory to resellers, facilities and programs, with quantities confirmed on inquiry.

Medical assistant in navy blue scrubs with a stethoscope holding a clipboard against a blue background

CNAs & Medical Assistants

Durable scrubs for CNAs and medical assistants, plus department-coded nursing home and assisted living uniforms, for care facilities, clinics, agencies and CNA programs.

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Private Label

Launch or grow a scrubs or workwear brand with garments cut and sewn in our Los Angeles factory under your label, from about 50 pieces per style.

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Healthcare & Nursing

Nursing uniforms and scrubs for hospitals, clinics and urgent care, planned around role color coding, laundering, pockets and stretch, embroidered in Los Angeles.

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Antimicrobial Scrubs

Scrubs made from fabric with an antimicrobial finish that helps control odor on the garment, explained without hype, with treated fabric quoted for custom orders from 50 pieces per style.

Smiling nurse wearing a light blue V-neck scrub top with a stethoscope around her neck

Scrub Tops

Scrub tops made in your choice of neckline, pockets, fabric and color, embroidered or printed with your logo, from 50 pieces per style.

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