Okay, so, I’ve always been a bit confused about how to properly wash my bras. I mean, they’re delicate, right? And I don’t want to ruin them in the washing machine. Plus, I’ve heard that hand-washing is the best way, but I wasn’t really sure how to do it correctly. So, I decided to give it a try and figure it out myself.
First, I gathered all my bras that needed a wash. I picked out the ones that weren’t too heavily soiled, as I figured those would be a good starting point. Then I found my laundry detergent – you know, the mild, gentle kind. And I also grabbed a big basin that I could use for soaking.
I filled the basin with cool water, not hot, because I know hot water can damage the elastic and shape of the bras. I added just a little bit of the detergent, like a tablespoon or so, into the water and mixed it around until it got a bit sudsy.
- Drop the bras into the water, one by one.
- Make sure they were fully submerged.
- Swirl them around gently, not too rough, just to get the soapy water all over them.
Then came the waiting game. I let them soak for about 10-15 minutes. It felt a bit weird, like I was just leaving them there in the soapy water, but I guess that’s how it works. Apparently, the detergent is doing its thing, loosening up all the dirt and sweat.
After the soaking, I took each bra out and gave it a gentle rub, especially around the underwire and the straps, where all the sweat and stuff tends to build up. I didn’t want to scrub too hard, just enough to loosen up any stubborn dirt.
Next, rinsing. I emptied the basin and refilled it with clean, cool water. I dipped each bra into the clean water and swirled it around, rinsing away all the soap. I did this a couple of times until the water ran clear and there were no more suds.
Now, I know you’re not supposed to wring out bras, because that can damage the shape and the elastic. So instead, I gently pressed out the excess water, just squeezing them lightly between my hands. No twisting or wringing!
Air-drying time
I laid out a clean towel on a flat surface and placed each bra on top. I reshaped the cups a bit, just to make sure they would dry in the right shape. Some people hang their bras to dry, but I’ve heard that can stretch out the straps, so I prefer to lay them flat. Then I just waited. It took a while, usually overnight or even a full day, for them to dry completely.
Honestly, it was a bit more work than just tossing them in the washing machine, but I feel like it’s worth it. My bras feel cleaner, they look better, and I think they’ll probably last longer this way. Plus, it’s kind of satisfying to know I’m taking good care of them. So yeah, hand-washing bras – it’s not as scary as it seems! And I’ll definitely keep doing it this way.
