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Washing new clothes can help remove chemicals used in manufacturing, making the fabric safer for your skin However, experts advise that it is essential to wash new garments before wearing them. Here ...

People often say that you should never wear new clothes before washing them. That seems a little extreme. Is it true? In a ...