subject: How To Care For Lingerie [print this page] Fine lingerie is an investment that can last - while not a lifetime - at least for a long tim.
By caring for your lingerie properly, you will extend its life and enjoy it for many years to come.
First, be sure to read the label sewn into your lingerie.
The company that created your lingerie is the expert on it's care. You can trust that their label spells out the perfect recipe for maintaining the article you've purchased. Deviating from a recipe that says to dry clean by tossing it in the wash can spell disaster.
If there is no longer a label to advise you on care, follow these steps:
You usually can't go wrong with a gentle hand washing in cold water using a mild laundry soap such as Dreft. It is important to rinse completely followed by letting your garment drip dry. Alternately, you can dry on towel stretched out on a counter. Lingerie never belongs in the dryer. If you need to remove wrinkles, using a hand steamer is a good option.
Lingerie Diva suggests washing by utilizing a wash bag suited for just that purpose. These bags will keep your lingerie out of a knot, as well as preventing stretching during the wash cycle. These can be found at most lingerie retailers or household sections of your local pharmacy.
How To Guide to Silk Care
Lingerie made of silk is a tough cookie but can also be delicate. You must use very special care to wash it properly. Never use anything other than mild soap or commercial products designed especially for silk. Detergent should never be considered as an option. Let the silk soak in tepid water for around five minutes. You can gently swish the fabric about but do not twist or pull. Rinse thoroughly with some cold water and perhaps a dash of vinegar, which will prevent any leftover soap residue. Remove excess water by rolling in a towel and then let it dry flat. Easily remove wrinkles while damp by softly pressing with an iron or hang in the bathroom while you take a hot shower.
Silk No Nos
* Keep it out of the sun when drying. Sunlight will cause fading. * You must not clean a spot on your silk using water * Never spray any type of cologne directly onto your silk delicates
