Bathing suit shopping typically unfolds in a familiar pattern: you sift through an array of styles, from daring monokinis to classic one-pieces, all while pondering which suit will best flatter your fabulous post-baby figure. You pick out a few options, influenced by your confidence level. Some adventurous moms opt for bikinis; others reach for strapless monokinis with intriguing cutouts. Many prefer the safety of tankinis, while a select few seek the support of a tummy-control one-piece—under a cover-up, of course, that we won’t remove until we’re ready to dive into the water.
Once you’ve gathered your choices, you head to the dressing room, hanging up your selected suits—usually five or so in various cuts. And just as you’re about to strip down (shirt, bra, pants—the whole shebang), remember: keep those panties on! Trying on swimsuits without underwear is like rubbing your most intimate areas against fabric that’s been in contact with who knows how many others.
It’s easy to assume that items with tags still on them are clean and fresh. However, a shocking investigation by a microbiologist found that many so-called “new” clothes harbor all sorts of bacteria, including fecal and vaginal organisms. Some garments showed severe contamination, suggesting they had seen numerous previous try-ons—or worse, were worn without proper hygiene. As it turns out, when it comes to swimsuits, you might as well be touching someone’s armpit or groin.
The risks? You could end up with a yeast infection, norovirus, or even MRSA from a bathing suit bottom that has been tried on by countless others. And that flimsy hygiene liner? Don’t be fooled; it doesn’t offer the protection you think it does. Research indicates that swimsuits and underwear often have the highest levels of bacteria, making them a breeding ground for germs. The skimpier the suit, the more likely it is that someone went commando while trying it on.
Sure, the likelihood of catching herpes or gonorrhea is extremely low, but crabs? They can be easily transmitted if you try on an infected suit without proper coverage. So, while you may not have to worry about HIV transmission from a used bathing suit, the presence of other bacteria can lead to some seriously unpleasant issues.
So, for the love of all that’s holy: please, wear your underwear when trying on swimsuits. Not only does it protect you from potential infections, but it’s also just plain gross to go sans undies in the dressing room. After trying on, wash your hands thoroughly and give your new swimsuit a good clean before putting it on for the first time.
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In conclusion, keep your underwear on when trying on bathing suits to avoid gross surprises.
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