You may be washing your lingerie a little too often!
But lingerie experts say that may be taking things a bit too far.
So exactly how often should you wash your bra?
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And how should you launder it so it stays in great shape for as long as possible?
“Overwashing can weaken delicate fabrics and elastic.”
Cohen recommends wearing your bra a few times before you wash it.
Body oils and sweat can degrade the material of the bra over time.
“Bras worn during workouts or strenuous activities need cleaning after each use,” Cohen advises.
So you’ll want to err on the side of gentleness when it comes to laundering.
“The goal here is to clean without disrupting their shape.”
Spot clean between washings
You don’t have to always go full-on with your bra laundering.
No matter how you wash your bras, using the clothes dryer is a definite no-no.
“The delicate fabrics break down in extreme heat,” Cohen says.
Instead, press out any excess waterno wringing!and air-dry your bra flat.
Watch for stretched bands, loose elasticity, or underwires poking outthat means it’s time to gobra shopping.
