Why you should always wash new towels before you use them

Although the allure of a newly unpacked bathroom towel may be tempting, don’t be fooled by its soft and seductive feel. Even if it seems clean, bright and ready to use, it needs its own wash and dry before it reaches its full pampering potential.

Still not convinced? Read on to find out why you should always give new towels a wash, for a cleaner, fluffier way to dry off. 

The experts at Christy agree, telling customers it’s really important to wash towels before their first use.

“New towels often contain excess lint and other fibres that can shed and cause irritation or discomfort,” says the company.

“By giving them a quick wash before using them, you can minimise the number of loose fibres – keeping your towels soft and ready to use.”

And finally, Chrissie Rucker, founder of quiet luxury brand The White Company, reminds us that using fabric conditioner is not always the best choice for towels. Although it makes fabrics softer, it does this by coating the fibres, which in turn reduces absorbency.