Washing Underwear & Delicates

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I've read somewhere and I wasn't able to bookmark the site that it is advisable to use baby detergent in washing underwear.  Right away, I bought Kodomo which had a powder scent (blue one) that I really like.  Then I stumbled upon Baby Detergents, wherein you would learn a lot in washing underwear and delicates using baby detergent and so. It is highly recommended and surely agree of the idea.  

 

Washing underwear and delicates need special care. Since these are used to protect our body’s sensitive parts, we have to make sure that it is washed thoroughly, no detergent residues and absolutely germ-free. Especially for babies and toddlers, clean underwear is important to prevent their skin from having rashes and allergies.

In washing briefs and panties, it is a golden rule to separate them from the rest of the laundry. Undergarments are breeding grounds for germs and bacteria. Tight-fitting underwear is an ideal habitat for Candida yeast, which causes irritation and other skin problems. The bacteria can easily transfer to other clothing in the washing machine and so it should be washed separately.
Believe it or not, there are tracks of urine and feces always left on the underwear. According to experts, about a gram of feces can be found on an average pair of underwear. Thus, germs easily cultivate in these garments and fast.

Undergarments should be washed in hot water. For colored underwear, you should wash it in cold water. Make sure you read the instruction tag on the brief or panty before putting it in the washer. Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. Some undergarments are required to be washed by hands while others should be washed in a certain cycle.

Use mild, hypoallergenic detergent. You can bleach the stubborn stains; but if there’s none, you better not use this product. You don’t want to expose your child to strong cleaning chemicals at a young age. See the instructions on the amount of soap needed in washing undergarments. Make sure that you rinse it thoroughly and there are no traces of detergent residues.

Do not use fabric softeners especially the scented ones. The perfume can cause skin reactions and yeast infections. For a safer option, throw in a teaspoon of vinegar in the rinse cycle.
Undergarments should be dried completely immediately after washing to prevent bacteria from growing. Also, it is best if you air dry these rather than using the dryer. Spin drying underwear may cause them to shrink.

image and  quote from babydetergents.com

From then on, I did what was said and it really helps.