How to Wash Briefs – Hygiene and Durability

Short answer: Wash briefs after every wear at 30-40 degrees with a mild detergent, and skip the tumble dryer. That is warm enough for good everyday hygiene and gentle enough that soft fabrics like bamboo viscose keep their shape and softness for a long time.

Temperature: 30-40 degrees is enough

Modern detergents clean effectively at low temperatures, so 30-40 degrees is plenty for briefs in ordinary everyday use. Bamboo viscose prefers exactly that kind of gentle wash. You will find the whole care routine in our washing guide for bamboo clothing.

A laundry bag and air drying extend their life

Wash your briefs in a laundry bag so the elastic and edges are not worn down against the rest of the laundry, and hang them to dry instead of tumbling them. The tumble dryer is the biggest culprit when elastic loses its spring. That is how your bamboo briefs last the longest.

Detergent and fabric softener

Use a mild detergent, ideally fragrance-free, and skip the fabric softener. Softener leaves a film over the fibres that reduces bamboo's ability to move moisture. That goes for all your bamboo underwear for women.

When is a brief worn out?

When the elastic is slack, the fabric is worn thin, or the shape is gone, it is time to replace it. Read more in the article about bamboo and economy about why quality pays off in the long run.

Frequently asked questions

At what temperature should briefs be washed?

30-40 degrees is enough for ordinary everyday hygiene and gentle on elastic and soft fibres at the same time.

Can bamboo briefs go in the tumble dryer?

It is not recommended. The dryer wears down elastic and fibres. Hang them to dry instead, which is quick with thin underwear.

Should I use fabric softener on briefs?

No. Softener reduces the moisture transport of bamboo viscose and is unnecessary, since the fabric is already soft.