SWIM WEAR CARE

It’s time to get those bathing suits out and get ready to hit the beach or pool!  I know you ladies put in a lot of time and effort to select just the perfect suit (or two), and they can be quite expensive these days.  You want that suit to look great, fit great and last a few seasons!  How do you do that, you ask?

Well, bathing suits are mostly made from synthetic materials such as polyester, Lycra and spandex.  These materials are easily broken down over time by chlorine, salt, sand, tanning oils and body oils, so proper and timely cleaning is very important! In addition to normal wear and tear on a bathing suit, the way you clean it can also cause harm.

Here are some tips to keep that suit looking fresh, fitting great and lasting a few seasons!

1. If possible, immediately after coming out of the ocean, pool or hot tub, rinse off with clear water.  Removing chlorine and salt as soon as possible will extend the wear of your suit.
2. Of course always check the care label on the garment before washing.  With modern washing machines, these days washing suits on delicate is usually fine.
3. Be sure to wash on cold water, delicate cycle, with a very mild detergent such as Woolite.
4. If you choose to, you can wash the suit in the sink by hand, with mild detergent.  Wring gently.
5. Use a liquid detergent instead of a powder, to reduce abrasion on the suit.
6. NEVER use bleach on a swim suit.
7. NEVER put a bathing suit in the dryer.  The heat from the dryer will break down the fabric.  Lay it on a towel or hang it up to air dry.

With just a little TLC you can keep that bathing suit looking great and stretch your investment into a few seasons!