How to Care for Your Lingerie: The Ultimate Guide

Proper lingerie care is essential to maintain its beauty, quality, and longevity. Here are some tips to take care of your delicate pieces and keep them in perfect condition.

Hand Washing: A Necessity for Your Underwear

Hand washing is highly recommended for lingerie, especially for bras and panties made from delicate fabrics like tulle and embroidered lace. Here's why:

1. Preserve Fabric Delicacy: Machine washing, even on delicate cycles, can damage the fine fibers of your lingerie. The friction and movements can cause snags and tears.

2. Prevent Deformations: Bras with underwires and molded cups are particularly vulnerable to deformities in the washing machine. High temperatures can also cause the underwires to come out, making the bra unusable.

3. Extend the Lifespan of Pieces: By hand washing your underwear, you avoid premature wear caused by repeated machine wash cycles.
   
   

How to Properly Hand Wash Your Lingerie

1. Use a Gentle Detergent: Choose a special detergent for delicate fabrics, free from bleach and harsh chemicals.

2. Wash in Lukewarm Water: Fill a basin with lukewarm water and add the detergent. Let your lingerie soak for a few minutes to loosen impurities.

3. Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse thoroughly with clear water to remove all detergent residue. Avoid wringing your underwear to prevent deformation.

4. Air Dry: Avoid the dryer, which can damage fibers and deform pieces. Lay your lingerie flat on a clean towel, away from direct sunlight.
   
   

Common Problems Related to Machine Washing

1. Bra Deformation: Washing and spinning cycles can alter the shape of the cups and underwires, making the bra uncomfortable and ineffective.

2. Accelerated Wear of Fabrics: Delicate materials like tulle and lace can snag and tear easily in the machine, reducing the lifespan of your underwear.

3. Loss of Elasticity: Machine washing can alter the elasticity of straps and bands, compromising the support and comfort of your lingerie.

By following these tips, you'll ensure your lingerie stays in optimal condition and looks impeccable. Don't hesitate to explore our lingerie manufacturing workshop, where each piece is created with passion and precision to enhance all silhouettes. Learn more about our workshop.