Wearing New Clothes Without Washing? Discover the Hidden Dangers
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New Clothes Danger: Why You MUST Wash Them Before Wearing
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News18•20-03-2026, 14:58
New Clothes Danger: Why You MUST Wash Them Before Wearing
•New clothes contain dangerous chemicals like 'formaldehyde resins' and starch to prevent wrinkles and mildew, which can cause severe itching and allergies like 'contact dermatitis' upon direct skin contact.
•Unwashed new clothes can harbor invisible germs, bacteria, viruses, or fungi from previous try-ons, potentially transmitting skin diseases.
•Excess dye from new clothes, especially dark colors, can transfer to skin or other items, and these dyes can cause allergies.
•Washing new clothes helps relax tightly pulled threads, allowing them to regain natural shape and revealing their true fit, especially for cotton items that may shrink.
•Always check the 'care label' before washing; underwear, t-shirts, and kurtas must be washed, while jackets and overcoats may be exempt.
