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7 Major Underwear Mistakes You Probably Don’t Know You’re Making

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Beauty & Health

7 Major Underwear Mistakes You Probably Don’t Know You’re Making

When we talk about intimates, panties often get skipped but your daily underwear habits could have a big impact on your health “down there”.

October 17, 2016

When’s the last time you actually put thought and research into buying your underwear? Probably never right? We put a lot of effort into finding the right bra that fits well and is the proper cup size but underwear doesn’t get a second thought. We’re here to help correct that by revealing some underwear mistakes you probably had no clue you were making:


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7 Major Underwear Mistakes You Probably Don't Know You're Making
1. You're Wearing A Size Too Small
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Underwear that is too tight can pinch your skin and give you unwanted bulges, not to mention increase your chances of contracting some unhygienic unpleasantness like a UTI or yeast infection because it cuts air circulation to your lady bits. Put your vanity aside and go a size up when buying underwear, making sure it fits comfortably and doesn’t cause you to keep readjusting throughout the day.

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2. You're Not Wearing Flat Seam Panties
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Nothing kills a fashionable outfit faster than a “VPL” or visible panty line. Not only are they super annoying, they are also just plain unflattering. If you want to have a smooth look wearing pants, dresses, and skirts, choose a flat seam underwear. There are plenty of styles and colours to choose from on the market, made in breathable fabrics like bamboo and cotton.

Photo: @qtkoreanfanna
3. You're Only Wearing Thongs
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Sure, they’re sexy and a thong may prevent the dreaded visible panty line, but it’s not always the best or healthiest underwear for your nether-regions. They can cause friction, which leads to bacteria spreading into the uterus and causing a pelvic inflammatory disease. Bacteria can also move into the bladder, producing a bladder infection.

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4. You're Wearing Shapewear All The Time
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Aside from making dresses hang beautifully on the body, it’s nice how body shapers just tuck away all those wobbly bits and make you look svelte. But because shapewear is tight, they decrease circulation and slow down digestion. High waisted body shapers also squeeze organs like the intestines, stomach, and colon so ensure you are not wearing these daily or for long periods. Reserve them for special occasions instead.

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5. You're Wearing White Underwear With White Clothes
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This may sound good in theory, but think again. The contrast of the underwear against your skin will cause it to show through white clothing. Instead, wear skintone coloured underwear, which will literally disappear underneath clothing. Beware also of light underwear underneath dark clothes. If a camera flash is involved, your panties WILL show through.

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6. You're Not Wearing Cotton Undies
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It may seem like mesh underwear is more breathable, but you’ll be surprised to hear it’s not. Synthetic materials such as polyester hold and trap heat, moisture and bacteria, putting you at greater risk for yeast infections and UTIs. It’s best to wear underwear made with natural, breathable materials such as cotton or bamboo that absorb and wick moisture away from the skin, especially in humid weather like ours.

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7. You're Not Handwashing Your Intimates
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Hot water from the washing machine can ruin the stretch of your underwear. What’s more, panties made with delicate materials such as silk or lace can easily get tangled or torn with zippers, buttons and other hardware from your other clothes. To extend the life of your underwear, it’s best to hand wash and hang to dry. If you must machine wash, use a gentle cycle and always put them inside a mesh lingerie bag.

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