There's nothing better than slipping into a brand new outfit, is there? And while you may be very impatient to throw on your new clothes as soon as you get back from the store—or as soon as that package arrives on your doorstep—you may also be wondering if it's safe to do so. Fortunately, we have the answer as to whether you need to wash your clothes before you wear them, courtesy of fabric experts.

Should You Wash New Clothes Before You Wear Them?

In general, it is a good idea to wash your clothes before you wear them, especially if it's something that you wear close to your skin, says Frances Kozen, senior lecturer in fiber science at Cornell University. "I usually wash it before wearing to remove processing chemicals, excess dye, and dirt from all of the handling during production.

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