{"id":10129,"date":"2022-03-23T22:18:15","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T22:18:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/"},"modified":"2022-03-23T22:18:15","modified_gmt":"2022-03-23T22:18:15","slug":"how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/","title":{"rendered":"How to wash bras in a pillowcase?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hook your bras together and put them in the pillowcase. Close the open end of the <strong>pillowcase<\/strong> loosely with the rubber band, making sure your bras have enough room inside to move around. Throw the <strong>pillowcase<\/strong> in the washing machine on a delicate cycle with cold water. That&#8217;s it!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p> In regards to, can you wash <strong>bras<\/strong> in a pillow case? Put it in your washing machine, using regular laundry detergent, and set it to the delicate cycle with cold water. How it works: The pillowcase acts as a makeshift delicates bag, allowing the bra to get clean without being busted up by the spinning metal of your machine. And finally: Always let your bras air-dry.<\/p>\n<p>Beside the above, can you <strong>wash<\/strong> clothes in a pillowcase? No, it is not okay to <strong>wash<\/strong> anything, with anything else, at any temperature, along with laundry sanitizer. Read the label, the sanitizer is not to be used with detergent, only after washing with detergent.<\/p>\n<p>Also, how do you protect your bras in the washing machine? <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Set the Cycle. Set your washer on a delicate cycle, and use cold water with an alcohol-free, gentle detergent.<\/li>\n<li>Use a Mesh or Lingerie Bag. Use a mesh or lingerie bag to keep the <strong>bras<\/strong> from getting snagged on the machine&#8217;s agitator.  <\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t Put in the Dryer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Similarly, how do you properly wash a bra? <iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"margin-top:25px;width:100%;height:420px;\" width=\"auto\" height=\"auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AmABxBjhspY\"><\/iframe>It&#8217;s generally recommended that a bra should last anywhere between 6-9 months, although we think that with good care your <strong>bras<\/strong> should last a lot longer. We encourage you to look after them as much as they look after you &#8211; extending the life of your clothes by even a small amount has a significant environmental benefit.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#Can_you_put_bras_on_a_delicate_cycle\" >Can you put bras on a delicate cycle?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#What_can_I_use_in_place_of_laundry_detergent\" >What can I use in place of laundry detergent?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#What_can_I_use_if_I_dont_have_a_laundry_bag\" >What can I use if I don&#8217;t have a laundry bag?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#How_do_I_wash_my_bra_without_a_mesh_bag\" >How do I wash my bra without a mesh bag?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#Why_do_bras_stink\" >Why do bras stink?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#Should_I_wash_new_bra_before_wearing\" >Should I wash new bra before wearing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#Do_you_wash_bras_in_hot_or_cold_water\" >Do you wash bras in hot or cold water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#How_many_bras_should_a_woman_own\" >How many bras should a woman own?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#How_often_should_I_wash_my_bras\" >How often should I wash my bras?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pinkclubwear.com\/how-to-wash-bras-in-a-pillowcase\/#Can_padded_bras_be_machine_washed\" >Can padded bras be machine washed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_put_bras_on_a_delicate_cycle\"><\/span>Can you put bras on a delicate cycle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Washing machine (optional): Machine-washing bras will make them wear out faster than if you hand-wash them. But if you do use your washing machine, clean your bras in a small load of laundry on a delicate cycle, if possible.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_use_in_place_of_laundry_detergent\"><\/span>What can I use in place of laundry detergent?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>White vinegar.<\/li>\n<li>Baking soda.<\/li>\n<li>Lemon juice.<\/li>\n<li>Dish soap (Dawn recommended)<\/li>\n<li>Shampoo or body wash.<\/li>\n<li>Borax.<\/li>\n<li>Vodka.<\/li>\n<li>Powdered oxygen bleach.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_use_if_I_dont_have_a_laundry_bag\"><\/span>What can I use if I don&#8217;t have a laundry bag?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have a zippered laundry bag made for delicates, this is a good alternative. Put your tights or small delicates that need to be washed in the cut-off leg of an old, unusable pair of panty hose (so if you get a bad run in your hose, don&#8217;t throw them away!).<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_wash_my_bra_without_a_mesh_bag\"><\/span>How do I wash my bra without a mesh bag?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Use the Right Detergent The best thing you can do for bra care is to allow them to air dry, either flat or by hanging. Tumble drying will cause the same damaging friction as washing without a washing bag for delicates. Drying bras flat or by hanging is the best way to maintain their shape.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_bras_stink\"><\/span>Why do bras stink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>What&#8217;s Causing the &#8220;Funky&#8221; Smell Overuse will lead to detergent buildup, which in turn will lead to the development of a sort of mildew-y smell, because the soap combined with your sweat, oils, and dander creates a perfect environment for bacterial growth.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_wash_new_bra_before_wearing\"><\/span>Should I wash new bra before wearing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>If you wash your new bra before you wear it, you&#8217;re removing that starch, softening the fabric and helping the band ease up a little. That last part&#8217;s extra helpful if you&#8217;re new to wearing a snugger band. Soak is the best! No rinsing required.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_wash_bras_in_hot_or_cold_water\"><\/span>Do you wash bras in hot or cold water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Opt for Gentle Everything In addition to the gentlest detergent, it&#8217;s also important to use the gentlest cycle when machine washing delicates. Only use cold water since hot water can cause colors to bleed and can affect the shape of your bras.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_bras_should_a_woman_own\"><\/span>How many bras should a woman own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>A good rule of thumb is three everyday bras: Two in a neutral color or skin tone shade. At least one darker color, like Black, Espresso, or Olive, for outfit variety.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_I_wash_my_bras\"><\/span>How often should I wash my bras?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>You should wash your bra after 2 or 3 wears, or once every 1 or 2 weeks if you&#8217;re not wearing it every day. Wash your jeans as rarely as possible, unless you&#8217;re going for the distressed look. Wash sweaters as often as needed, but be careful not to stretch or shrink them as they dry.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_padded_bras_be_machine_washed\"><\/span>Can padded bras be machine washed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Especially the padded and underwired bras need to be hand-washed and not machine-washed. The spinning, twisting, twirling of a washing machine damages the shape of the underwires and spoils the padding of the bra too.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hook your bras together and put them in the pillowcase. Close the open end of the pillowcase loosely with the rubber band, making sure your bras have enough room inside to move around. Throw the pillowcase in the washing machine on a delicate cycle with cold water. That&#8217;s it! 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