You’re not alone.
But, um, how longistoo long, exactly?
Here’s how often you really need to wash your clothes to keep them clean.
Always check the label before attempting to clean any garment for proper care instructions!
Recommended Washing Frequency
The following recommendations are meant as general guidelines rather than hard and fast rules.
Also consider the efficiency of yourwasher and dryer setin not only cleaning but maintaining the integrity of your clothes.
Washing Frequency Chart
How Often Should You Wash Your Bra?
When it comes to cleanliness, our recommendation is towash brasevery three to four wears.
But not everyone agrees, and some expertsrecommend washing more frequently.
The same goes for differenttypes of shapewear.
Don’t put them in the dryeruse adrying rackto air dry your bras.
How Often Should You Wash Coats and Jackets?
(Water can actually shrink the fibers if you’re not careful!
Use the tiniest amount of detergentno more than a teaspoonand wash on the delicate cycle.
Sweatshirts, blazers, and fleece jackets should get spruced up around every 6 wears.
How Often Should You Wash Hats, Gloves, and Scarves?
Winter accessories can get tossed in the wash a few times each seasonroughly three to five times.
Don’t tug or stretch the items and press water out.
(Don’t wring!)
How Often Should You Wash Your Jeans?
For keeping bacteria at bay, we think you should wash your jeans every four to five wears.
Think every six weeks or 10 wears.
“The less you wash them the better, especially denim with any elastane (stretch).
How Often Should You Wash Your Leggings?
Assuming you’re wearingunderpants, youmightbe able to stretch outwashing leggingsand yoga pants to every 2 to 3 wears.
Super hot water can weaken the elasticity found in most workout clothes.
And use an enzyme-based detergent for super funky pieces!
How Often Should You Wash Your Pajamas?
Pajamas can actually go quite a few wearswithout a rinse, typically three to four.
If you’re an excessive sweater at night though, you should definitely wash your pieces more often.
How Often Should You Wash Your Swimsuits?
After cleaning, don’t place them in the dryer or the heat will mess with the elastic material.
How Often Should You Wash Your T-Shirts?
Can You Wash Clothing Too Little or Too Often?
Sweat and body oils can damage delicate fibers when left on clothing for extended periods of time.
But the exact frequency will vary depending on who you ask.
