Helpful hints and tips on how to care for your Nicola Jane bras, swimwear and breast forms
Proper care of your Nicola Jane products will ensure longer wear and support. Our handy guidelines will give you an understanding of how to look after your products to ensure they last as long as possible.
How to Care For Your Bra
Washing By Hand
Although it is a little more time consuming, we recommend hand washing your bras where possible to increase the length of time your bra will last before it starts to lose its shape and support.
Use a delicate hand washing detergent and warm water
Soak for a few minutes then gently work the soap suds into the fabric
Rinse thoroughly
Pat with a towel to remove excess water and leave to dry flat. Ensure that any moulded bras are reshaped. Never wring-dry bras.
Machine Washing
If you do run out of time and need to wash in the washing machine, follow the care instructions below:
Always follow the care label on the bra
Use a lingerie wash bag when washing underwear in a machine. This stops the bras getting tangled with other items of clothes
Select a cold wash and use a delicate washing detergent. Avoid fabric conditioners, they can cause the fabric start to perish prematurely
Fasten the hook and eyes to stop them getting caught on anything
Pat with a towel to remove excess water and leave to dry flat. Ensure that any moulded bras are reshaped.
Never wring-dry or twist the bra to remove water
Never put your bra in the dryer – the heat causes the elastic to breakdown prematurely
Storing your bras carefully will also increase the wear of the bra.
Line your bras up in the drawer as you would find them in a shop.
Do not fold padded bra cups into each other as this will cause them to lose their shape.
Make sure you store your prosthesis in the box that it came in, don’t keep it in the bra pocket when you are not wearing it.
Quick Dos&Don’ts
DO
Hand wash where possible
Use a cold wash setting in the washing machine
Use a lingerie bag when using the washing machine
Fasten the hook and eyes
Pat dry only
Store your bras with care
DON’T
Wring dry
Put in the dryer
Over wash
Use fabric conditioner
Fold padded bra cups into each other
Keep your prosthesis in the bra when not wearing
How to Care For Your Swimwear
Swimwear that has a material mix containing polyamide or elastane have less resilience to the damaging effects of chlorinated and salt water, sunlight, perspiration and even sun creams and oils than styles made from a polyester material. With this in mind it is worth spending a bit more time caring for your swimwear to get the longest wear possible.
Are you a regular swimmer? If so we recommend our Chlorine Resistant collection. These swimsuits are made from our long-lasting fabric that is designed to withstand the damaging effects of chlorine and salt water. They will give you a lot more wear that a elastane based style.
General Tips
Each time you use your swimwear garment make sure you rinse it as soon as possible after use
Wash and dry your bikini and tankini top and bottoms together to ensure equal wear and fade
Hot tubs, Jacuzzis and thalassotherapy pools will reduce the length of time you can wear your swimwear due to the hotter temperatures and chemicals in the water
Washing By Hand
Always rinse by hand and if possible use a mild soap and tap water
Remove all jewellery before hand washing to avoid snagging
Leave to soak for up to an hour
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water to remove any soap or other residue
Dry out of direct sunlight and ensure it is completely dry before storing
In the Washing Machine
Only wash in a washing machine every 3-4 washes
Place your swimwear garment into a wash bag
Select a cool wash and use mild detergent for delicates or swimwear, ensuring it doesn’t include any bleach
Do not wash with other items
Dry out of direct sunlight and ensure it is completely dry before storing
Quick Dos&Don’ts
DO
Hand wash where possible
Use a cold wash setting in the washing machine
Use a wash bag when using the washing machine
Pat dry only
DON’T
Wring dry
Put in the dryer
Over wash – only use a washing machine every 3-4 washes
Use fabric conditioner
Dry directly in the sun
How to Care For Your Breast Form
Treated with care your silicone breast form can last for many years. By following the below guidelines you will get the most wear out of your prosthesis.
Silicone Breast Forms
Treat your breast form as you would your own skin and wash in the same way and as regularly as you would wash yourself
Use warm soapy water, we recommend a mild, unperfumed soap
Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a towel
If you use a cover with your breast form, this can be washed along with your bras or in a cool wash cycle
Foam and Bead Breast Forms
Hand wash in a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and remove excess water. Do not wring dry
Always make sure your foam and bead breast forms are thoroughly dried after washing or swimming
Our foam breast forms come with a removable cover. This can be washed along with your bras or in a cool wash cycle
Chlorine can damage foam breast form after a while, so if you swim regularly you may need to replace it from time to time (approximately 6 months). Alternatively, you could invest in the Anita Aqua-Lite silicone prosthesis which is guaranteed for 2 years
Quick Dos&Don’ts
DO
Avoid using powders, lotions or perfumes near your breast form
Take care to keep away from sharp objects such as finger nails, brooches and pet claws
Keep your breast form in its original box in the plastic cradle when you are not wearing it. This helps to maintain the shape and protect it from accidental harm
In the unlikely event that your silicone breast form has a few air bubbles, please allow a few days for them to dissipate. Air bubbles do not affect the performance of the breast form
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