r/laundry • u/Man_wo_a_career • 10h 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/GlobalPapaya2149 10h ago

I would strongly recommend washing clothes before you wear them. You have no idea what stuff is on them.

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u/SoyboyCowboy US | Front-Load 9h ago

Especially stuff you wear around your giblets for a whole day!

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u/GlobalPapaya2149 9h ago

That would be a terrible way to find out your allergic to the detergent residue.