When it comes undergarments, there can be almost a handful of people who actually consider their care and proper maintenance seriously. Just like your rest of basic daily your habits including taking a daily bath, using a deodorant and having a daily skin care regime, maintaining undergarments too, for both men and women, gets included as a part of your hygiene routine, that of course needs to be attended with complete sincerity.
Yes, you just got it right! This article is all about undergarments and yes both for men and women..
Unfortunately many of us tend to consider the very topic of changing undergarments as one of the most trivial issues. But at the same time, quite contrary to our “common” beliefs, changing undergarments and knowing about its rules is as vital as maintaining a proper diet to ensure a good health. So read on, to know more about some of the rules pertaining to changing undergarments.
When to change/wash Men’s Underwear?
Adding to that, in case you sweat a lot or go out for a regular workout or simply exercise, this rule is definitely a must. In fact, it would be a lot better, if you could change them mid-day or twice per day, which also includes before your bedtime.
When to Replace Men’s Underwear with New one?
Stained underwear should be replaced ASAP
When to Change/Wash Men’s Undershirt?
If you do sweat a lot or if you have to work out or exercise a lot, the need to replace and wash them becomes an urgency, thus compelling you to change them more than just once.
When to replace Men’s Undershirt?
Replace your undershirt once they are well-used
- When your undershirts develop holes or even stains.
- When the fabric starts stretching quite a bit too much.
- When the undershirt does no longer fit you or becomes loose due to regular usage.
- When the neckline ribbing starts fraying due to friction because of the owner’s beard stubble.
- When your undershirts develop piling or when stitches start coming out.
When to Change Women’s Panty?
Always remember to put on the fresh ones every time after you take a shower. Changing them twice a day, especially before going for bed would, in fact be a lot better.
Apart from the unwanted odour, not changing your underwear daily or sometimes even twice a day, especially for women, can easily turn your intimate area to turn itchy, leading to rashes, sores and redness.
Not changing your underwear for 2-3 days can lead to yeast infections and several bacteria to enter your urinary tract, thus further leading to UTI or simply urinary tract infection.
How often do you need to wash your bra?
Change/wash your Bra at least after 3-4 wears
As said by Mary Begovic Johnson, senior scientific communications manager at Procter & Gamble, “Since bras are in intimate contact with your body we recommend washing bras after three wears at the most. And after each wear if you’re perspiring heavily.”
Adding to that it is also compulsory to send them for laundry at least once in a week. Says Joshua Zeichner, M.D., a dermatologist based in New York, “Because if you don’t wash it more than that, you really can have accumulation of dirt, oil, sweat, and bacteria.”
Not washing them regularly can in fact lead to acne breakouts, yeast infection and growth of fungus.
How often you need to Replace your Bras?
Replacing your bra closet depends wholly on the kind of bra you use. Here is a short gist of the lifespan of different kinds of bras and how often should you replace them.
Everyday Bras
However, once when you note a stretched out elastic or your bra turning loose, it’s just the time to toss it ASAP.
Sports Bras
Adhesive Bras
How Often you should change Socks?
Having used socks for a longer period of time, like underwear, can cause the growth of fungus.
When to throw away socks?
So guys, next time you are confused as to when you should change your undergarments, don’t forget these tips!
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