There is nothing wrong with garments used to complement your closet.It is a good way to save money and take care of the environment.However, it is important to note that before wearing them, you must wash clothes to avoid a health problem.Do you want to know how to clean second -hand clothes?

Everything you should consider when buying clothes

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- Before acquiring any garment, you must make sure you are in good condition.That means: do not have broken seams, to be resistant fabric, look for the label to know what care requires.

- If you are going to buy second -hand garments, avoid swimsuits or underwear.

- In case you want to try a used garment, you better do it on your clothes.

- It is important that you wash all the clothes you buy, either used or new.That will help you prevent health problems.

Why should the clothes be washed

Second -hand clothes can have dangerous bacteria or fungi, such as Staphylococcus Sp., Enterobacteriace sp.or Bacillus sp.(also present in fabric toys).This was reported by Al-Nahrain Journal of Science.

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There may also be fungi, such as mold.This appears in the garments that are rarely used and stored moisture.

Obviously you will not always find clothes in these conditions or with these bacteria.The important thing is to become aware of what could happen and know what to do to avoid damage to your health.

How to clean second -hand clothes

- put the garments to the machine.

- Program The Washing Cycle with High Temperature.

- Add half a cup of white vinegar (the smell will not stay in your clothes).

- You can wash as usual then.

- Be sure to save your clothes until you are completely dry, thus avoid the appearance of fungi.For hand washing

- In a bucket full of water, mix two cups of white vinegar.

- put the garments and leave them there half an hour at an hour.Vinegar will eliminate bacteria.

- When that time passes, take and wash as usual.

Should I do the same with new clothes?

Although new clothes are the same risk of bringing some bacterium or fungus that could affect your health.Consider that in stores, people are touching or testing clothes.Also because people usually stain sweat garments, makeup or some food.

Even if the clothes smell new or packaged, you do not know what conditions it was saved and it is best to prevent.Above all, if it's underwear, bedding or towels, you should always wash before contacting your skin.

The washing machine must also be disinfected

It is advisable to do deep cleaning in the washing machine every month.This machine generates moisture, bad odors, fungi or mold.Consider that your clothes are in contact with the washing machine and the best thing is that this is in good condition.