Many people enjoy wearing new clothes immediately after buying them to experience their freshness and new look. However, health experts say washing new clothes before wearing them is important to avoid possible skin-related problems.
According to experts, clothes go through several manufacturing and handling processes before reaching customers. During this process, chemicals, dust and germs may remain on the fabric.
Chemicals used during manufacturing
Different dyes and chemicals are used during the production of clothes to maintain colour and fabric quality. Some of these substances may remain on the clothes even after packaging.
Experts warn that wearing unwashed clothes may expose the skin to these chemicals and could cause allergies, itching or skin irritation in some people.
Risk of germs and dust
Before reaching customers, clothes pass through factories, shipping containers, warehouses and stores. During this journey, dust particles and invisible bacteria may settle on the fabric.
In clothing stores, many customers may also try the same outfit before purchase. This increases the possibility of germs or skin infections spreading through the fabric.
