Spandex underwear offers stretch and a better fit, but can cause allergies and health issues. It also doesn’t breathe well, increasing the risk of infections. It may lose its shape quickly if the size is too small.
Stretch and its ability to spring back into shape after being stretched are some of the potential benefits of purchasing spandex underwear. In fact, some people prefer spandex underwear just for its stretch and the ease of choosing a size that fits. On the other hand, many people have allergies to spandex, don’t believe in buying synthetic fabrics, or are prone to health issues that force them to avoid fabrics that don’t breathe well.
Spandex is a synthetic fabric with a plastic base. Some people are allergic, while others refuse to buy synthetic fabrics for the well-being of the planet or because they believe that natural fabrics wear or wash better. When people are allergic to spandex, their skin usually becomes irritated when they come in contact with it. While spandex is most prevalent in women’s clothing, a spandex allergy can be frustrating for both genders because men’s and women’s underwear often have at least some spandex in the elastic band. On the other hand, people who don’t buy synthetic fabrics generally don’t because they are considered green, because natural fabrics wear better, or both.
There is some advantage to having highly elastic underwear. In general, the fit is better because it molds to the wearer’s skin. The wearer also does not have to buy new underwear to maximize comfort if their weight fluctuates slightly.
One possible downside to wearing spandex underwear is the increased chance of developing a yeast infection or urinary tract infection, particularly for women. Spandex does not breathe well, unlike cotton, wool, and silk. It’s also stretchy, so people are more likely to choose a size that perfectly follows the contours of their body, but this can lead to wearing underwear that’s too tight. Also, it has poor wicking properties, which means it does a poor job of wicking moisture on the wearer’s skin, such as sweat. To ensure the health of the genitals, doctors usually recommend wearing breathable and somewhat loose underwear that absorbs moisture well.
Spandex underwear can lose its shape after the first few wears, depending on the amount of spandex and what other materials make up the underwear. Also, spandex underwear can lose its shape while being worn by a person. It may regain its shape when washed and drip dried, but lose it again after just a few hours of use. In general, if spandex underwear loses its shape after a few hours of wear, it is usually because the wearer is wearing a size that is too small.
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