How to clean your period panties?
Period panties: how to maintain them?
Did you recently fall for menstrual panties, but you don't yet know how to take care of them? Here are our tips.
In addition to providing you with comfort during this always delicate period, period panties help avoid many inconveniences such as bad odors, unexpected leaks or worse, health problems which can be very serious.
In short, menstrual panties will save your life and here are some tips for maintaining them on a daily basis.
How do I take care of my period panties?
Before using your period panties for the first time, it is recommended to machine wash them at 30°C. The reason ? This will simply allow for better absorption of your flow afterwards.
On a daily basis, after using your menstrual panties on the first day of your cycle, here are the steps to follow to clean them:
- First, rinse the panties in cold water to remove some of the absorbed blood.
- Pre-wash menstrual panties by hand with soap
- Then, place your panties in the washing machine and opt for washing at 30°C. If you don't want to mix your panties with your other clothes, don't panic, you can always use a washing net.
- Finally, let your panties air dry. It is not recommended to put them in the dryer for the simple reason that this can weaken the fibers of the panties and therefore damage them more quickly.
Mistakes not to make with your period panties
Taking care of your menstrual panties also involves making certain mistakes to avoid. Here they are :
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Using aggressive cleaning products like bleach and white vinegar will damage the fibers of the panties.
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Choosing a washing temperature that is too high: opt for a wash between 30°C.
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Dry your panties in the dryer
- Use fabric softener. The reason ? Using unnatural products can, over time, damage the panties.