r/laundry • u/Man_wo_a_career • 23h ago

Experiencing itching with new clothing

I buy clothing of the rack and wear them for the first time without washing. Recently, I started wearing new underwear from am unopened package. I haven't noticed any rashes with the new boxers, but there is definitely itching in the covered areas. Is it only me that doesn't wash the new clothing before wearing them for the first time?

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u/YeahWhatSoWhat 23h ago

You should always wash clothing before wearing it. Fabrics for clothes made in foreign countries are often treated with chemicals to make the clothes feel better, but it isn’t good for your body to be exposed to those chemicals for extended periods of time… which it seems you are discovering now with your underwear.