A tag indicating the correct procedure of washing, cleaning and maintaining the lingerie is always attached on it by lingerie manufacturers. They are in the best position to know what works best for their product so follow their cleaning instructions and recommendations.

Lingerie should be washed gently by hand with cold water and should be thoroughly rinsed. If you are to wash using a washing machine, cold water should be used on gentle cycle. Different colors should be separately washed and hooks, zippers, buckles and fasteners should be done up to prevent them from getting entangled with other clothing. A wash bag is very useful as you could secure inside it your intimate apparel to keep them from getting twisted or caught with other clothes. Wash bags are available on many department stores.

Lingerie should be dried flat and not on direct sunlight. If it really is that necessary for you to use a dryer, a wash bag should be used and the machine setting should be tumble dry on a gentle cycle. Cool or low should be the set temperature. If the tag on the lingerie indicates dry clean, then it should be dry cleaned only. The lingerie manufacturer knows best how to properly care for the lingerie so if you do not wish to be disappointed with the results after, then don't attempt to wash it in any other way. There are a huge variety of detergents in the market but it is important that you get to determine the proper detergent to keep your lingerie delicate.

There are important don'ts for your lingerie. Don't wash lingerie without as wash bag unless you want them possibly out of shape or twisted. Do not bleach your lingerie if you don't want them to fade. Avoid as well soaking them. Regular laundry detergents can be too harsh for your lingerie so steer clear from using them. As much as possible don't dry your lingerie under direct sunlight or by means of a dryer. Lingerie should not be ironed but if there is no other choice avoid contact with the material and use gentle steam.

If you just exert extra care with your lingerie, these will last for more years to come.