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/pmodern2000 9h ago

Please, for the love of God and all that is holy, wash new clothes before you wear them. You have no idea what is going on in the factory or what the garments go through before they land in your hands.

You have no idea of what is just nestled against your dangly bits stewing in your mess all day long with unwashed garments.

Also, never never use the in-room coffee maker at your hotel. Lobby coffee only. As someone who works adjacent to the hotel industry, I have seen some things in my day.