How to Wash Period Underwear in 4 Easy Steps
Care guide
Quick answer
To wash period underwear, rinse it in cold water until the water runs clear. Then wash it cold on a gentle cycle. Skip fabric softener and bleach, and let it air dry fully. Always check the care label first.
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- Rinse in cold water first.
- Wash cold on a gentle cycle.
- Skip fabric softener and bleach.
- Air dry fully before you wear it again.
- Always check the care label.
How to Wash Period Underwear in 4 Steps
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Rinse in cold water
Rinse it under cold water soon after you take it off. If you are out, rinse it when you get home. Squeeze it gently until the water runs clear.
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Wash cold on gentle
Wash it with like colors in cold water on a gentle cycle. A mesh laundry bag can help protect it.
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Skip softener and bleach
Fabric softener can coat the layers and make them soak up less. Bleach can harm the fabric.
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Air dry fully
Hang it or lay it flat to dry, away from direct heat. The layers take the longest, so make sure it is dry all the way through.
What If Period Underwear Stains?
Rinse it in cold water as soon as you can. The sooner you rinse, the easier the blood comes out. Do not use hot water, since heat can set the stain.
If stains worry you, pick a dark color. Kischt Noir (black) and Bordeaux (maroon) show stains less.
Can You Put Period Underwear in the Dryer?
Air drying is the gentle choice. Heat can wear out stretchy fabric over time. Hang it on a rack, or lay it flat on a towel. Check the care label before you use a dryer.
Tips to Keep Period Underwear Fresh
- Rinse it soon after you take it off.
- Do not leave a used pair sitting for long.
- Wash it after each wear.
- Dry it all the way before you put it away.
- Keep a few pairs, so you never have to rush one.
How to Care for Kischt Period Underwear
Kischt is washable period underwear. It is made of soft nylon and elastane, with three absorbent layers. Wash it after each wear, and follow the care label. Let it dry fully before you wear it again.
Keep a few pairs in rotation. That way, one can dry while you wear another.
Keep a few pairs in rotation
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Common questions
How do you clean period underwear?
Rinse it in cold water, then wash it cold on a gentle cycle. Skip fabric softener and bleach, and air dry it. Check the care label.
Can you dry period underwear in a dryer?
Air drying is gentler. Heat can wear out stretchy fabric. Check the care label before you use a dryer.
Why do my period pants smell after washing?
The blood may not have rinsed out, or the pair did not dry fully. Rinse it in cold water first. Then wash it and let it dry all the way.
Do I have to rinse period underwear before washing?
It helps. A cold rinse gets most of the blood out before the wash.
How often should I wash period underwear?
Wash it after each wear. Let it dry fully before you wear it again.
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- Care guideHow Long Does Period Underwear Last?
- Freshness guideDoes Period Underwear Smell? How to Keep It Fresh
- First-time guideHow to Use Period Underwear (First Time)
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Updated by the Kischt team.
This page is general information, not medical advice. See a doctor if you are worried about your health.
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