Quick answer

Wash your Smooth Luxe Micro Modal underwear in cold water on a gentle cycle and hang it to dry. Avoid fabric softener and high heat to preserve the ultra-soft feel and flexible waistband.

Why micro modal needs special care

Micro modal is a semi-synthetic fiber made from beechwood pulp. It's known for being incredibly soft and breathable, but it can be more delicate than cotton. The Smooth Luxe Micro Modal fabric is designed to adapt to your body without bunching or binding, so using the wrong care routine can break down those fibers and reduce the lifespan of your underwear.

High heat and harsh detergents are the main culprits. They can cause pilling, fading, and loss of elasticity in the waistband. A gentle approach keeps the fabric smooth and the fit flexible.

What to avoid

Avoid bleach, fabric softener, and dryer sheets. These products coat the fibers with chemicals that reduce breathability and can cause the fabric to become stiff over time. Also, skip the hot water cycle and high-heat drying — both can shrink or distort the micro modal fibers.

If you use a washing machine, make sure the spin cycle is set to low or medium. High-speed spinning can create friction that leads to pilling.

Step-by-step care routine

  1. Step 1: Turn inside out: Turn each pair of Smooth Luxe Micro Modal underwear inside out before washing. This protects the outer fabric from friction and reduces pilling. Checkpoint: If you skip this step, the smooth outer surface may develop fuzz over time.
  2. Step 2: Choose cold water and gentle cycle: Set your washing machine to cold water and the gentle or delicate cycle. Hot water can weaken micro modal fibers, and a regular cycle creates too much agitation. Checkpoint: A mesh laundry bag adds extra protection if you wash multiple pairs together.
  3. Step 3: Use a mild detergent: Pour a small amount of mild, liquid detergent — preferably one labeled for delicates or free of bleach and optical brighteners. Avoid powder detergents that may not dissolve fully in cold water.
  4. Step 4: Skip fabric softener: Do not add fabric softener or dryer sheets. They coat the micro modal fibers and reduce breathability and softness over time.
  5. Step 5: Air dry flat or hang: Remove underwear from the machine immediately after the cycle ends. Lay flat on a drying rack or hang over a rod — never use a tumble dryer. High heat can shrink the fabric and damage the waistband. Checkpoint: If you must use a dryer, select the lowest heat setting and remove while still slightly damp to minimize damage.
  6. Step 6: Store loosely: Fold your underwear and store them in a drawer without heavy stacking or compression. Tight packing can crease the fabric and stress the waistband elastic.

About this product

  • Smooth Luxe Micro Modal: The ultra-soft and flexible waistband eliminates muffin top, and the buttery-soft fabric adapts to your body without bunching or binding. Proper care preserves the waistband's elasticity and the fabric's smooth, barely-there feel, so your underwear stays comfortable wear after wear.

    Smooth Luxe Micro Modal

    Smooth Luxe Micro Modal