BEST BITS – How Often Should You Replace Your Underwear?

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How often do you replace your underwear and how old is the oldest underwear in your underwear drawer?

BROADCAST DATE: 10th November 2022
SHOW: #003

Did you know? An expert on TikTok (that is sort of an oxymoron there in itself) saying that underwear should be thrown out every six to 12 months, not when the elastic has snapped on them.

In fact a google search where you type in “how often should you keep underwear” comes up with the
answer every six to 12 months

“If you look after your underwear properly, you can extend its life expectancy. However, as a general rule, underwear should be replaced every six to 12 months. Depending on the level of soiling, you may want to consider upgrading as soon as three months, to avoid excessive bacteria build up.”

This comes from a May 2022 article published in Body And Soul Australia.

Now on further investigation that quote comes from a doctor – so, some cred there – but a doctor who is
the owner of a lingerie brand, so of course she’s say replace your underwear every six to 12 months