How to properly wash underwear in a washing machine

To prevent premature deterioration of clothing, it's important to properly care for it. Washing underwear is an essential daily routine, so it should be done according to certain rules.

Women's underwear sets require delicate handling, as they are often made of delicate lace or lightweight fabrics. Men's swimming trunks should also not be washed with other items to prevent them from becoming tattered. So, how should you properly wash underwear in a washing machine, and what settings should you use?

Automatic washing of underwear

It's crucial to choose your detergents carefully. Intimate items come into constant contact with delicate skin throughout the day, so chemicals must be completely rinsed from the fabric. When washing panties and bras in the washing machine, use delicate detergents or baby powder. It is not advisable to use formulations with high levels of surfactants, optical brighteners and phosphates.

It is recommended to run the extra rinse cycle after the main cycle of the washing machine.

Proper bra washing involves using special bags, which you place the bra in before loading it into the washing machine. This will help preserve the bra's shape, prevent the underwire from falling out, and protect the loops, hooks, and other items from bending. If you can't afford a bag, use a regular pillowcase.

Bras made of lace and other delicate materials, or with breast support systems, are best hand washed. Bras made of natural fabrics, such as cotton and linen, that do not have push-up bras or metal inserts under the cups can be safely washed in a washing machine bag. It's important to separate bras by color.

Spinning these types of items should be as gentle as possible. It's best to disable this option entirely or set the drum speed to 400 rpm. Drying panties and men's briefs is usually no problem, but bras require more care. It's best to lay them flat on a flat surface to dry them rather than hanging them vertically.

Selecting a product

When washing intimate garments, it's best to use liquid or gel detergents suitable for cleaning delicate fabrics. If you need to whiten the garment, avoid using harsh cleaners like bleach, as they can actually damage the garment's appearance.

It's best to use products containing oxygen bleaches. They will remove all types of stains from materials. Just follow the instructions carefully.

Consider the type of fabric

Silk sets are best cleaned by hand. Washing should be done in warm water, as too low or too high temperatures will inevitably wrinkle the fabric. Avoid squeezing or wringing silk bras and panties too much, as this can cause them to lose their shape and tear. Pre-soaked silk items should be gently rubbed over the soiled area, rinsed several times, lightly wrung out, and dried.

Cotton sets tolerate machine washing well, as they don't tend to warp or fade. It's important to remember the washing temperature for cotton. It's best to check the product label for this information. Generally, white panties can be washed in water heated to up to 90°C (194°F), but be careful with colored panties, and don't wash at temperatures above 60°C (140°F).

Synthetics do not like hot water, chlorine-containing cleaning agents and strong mechanical impact. For synthetic sets, hand washing is the best solution, but machine cleaning on a delicate cycle or the "Synthetics" program is also acceptable. It is not advisable to wring out the laundry.

Ironing and drying features

The drying process for your intimate items will vary depending on their type. To prevent damage to your intimate garments, carefully read the following instructions:

• Corsets, bras, panties and peignoirs made from delicate fabrics must not be loaded into the tumble dryer;
• panties made of durable materials are dried by hanging them on a rope;
• Fine linen should be laid out on a flat horizontal surface, first covered with a clean towel.

You can quickly dry lace lingerie by hand. Take a dry, light-colored cloth and blot away any excess liquid.

Ironing underwear is permitted if the manufacturer permits this action.

Recommendations for the care of underwear

Proper washing of underwear is a guarantee of how long your favorite set will last. Experts have developed a whole system of advice on caring for intimate clothing items. Every homemaker should know all the intricacies and understand how to preserve the pristine appearance of a lace bra and regular men's briefs. General care recommendations are as follows.

1. Carefully read the information provided by the manufacturer on the label and follow it strictly.
2. If there is no information, wash the item based on the material it is made of.
3. Sort laundry not only by color but also by material quality. Load natural and synthetic fabrics separately into the washing machine.
4. Follow the half-load rule for your washing machine. Filling the drum to the fullest will result in poor washing results. Also, the detergent won't be able to fully rinse out of the fabric fibers.
5. It is good to use baby products for cleaning, which are mostly hypoallergenic and safe for the human body.
6. Don't neglect special laundry bags.
7. There is no need to accumulate a mountain of underwear; it does not tolerate long-term storage; it is worth washing panties and bras immediately.
8. If you have any doubts about machine washing, there is always the option of hand washing your items.
9. Dry your underwear by laying it flat. Be sure to lay a white towel or sheet on the countertop first.
10. If women's sets are allowed to be ironed, then the iron must be applied to the reverse side.

By following the above recommendations, you can rest assured that your favorite items will remain in good condition. Your underwear will always look neat and will retain its shape and color. Proper washing will ensure your sets look stunning.

   

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