Kids' Swimwear Care: Keep Bikinis and Swimsuits Looking New

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Category: Consejos y cuidado

Learn how to wash kids swimwear, care for children's bikinis, and extend swimwear life with a simple rinse-and-wash routine that fights chlorine damage.

Quick answer

Rinse kids' swimwear in cool fresh water immediately after every swim, then hand-wash it with a gentle detergent and air-dry it flat in the shade. This simple routine removes chlorine and sunscreen before they break down stretch fibers.

Why chlorine and sunscreen are the real enemies

Chlorine and sunscreen residues weaken swim jersey fibers over time, causing loss of stretch and faded prints. The damage happens fastest when swimwear sits damp in a bag for hours after swimming, so the single most important habit is rinsing before you leave the pool or beach.

When a quick rinse is not enough

A rinse handles the day-to-day, but swimwear worn in chlorinated pools or at the beach still needs a proper hand-wash after every few wears. If the suit smells of chlorine even after rinsing, or feels stiff, it is time for a full wash rather than another rinse.

Step-by-step swimwear care routine

Rinse immediately after swimming: As soon as you leave the water, rinse the bikini or swimsuit in cool tap water until the water runs clear. Do not wring it out; press it gently between your palms or roll it in a towel. Skipping this step lets chlorine and salt dry into the fibers, which is much harder to wash out later.
Hand-wash with a gentle detergent: Fill a basin with cool water and a small amount of mild liquid detergent. Swish the swimwear gently for a minute, then rinse thoroughly. Never use bleach, fabric softener, or hot water. Fabric softener coats the fibers and reduces stretch, so leave it out even if the suit feels stiff.
Dry flat in the shade: Lay the swimwear flat on a clean towel or drying rack away from direct sunlight. Turn it inside out to dry the lining. Do not hang it by the straps, which can stretch them out. Direct sun fades prints and weakens elastic, so shade drying is worth the extra time.
Store dry and separate: Make sure the swimwear is completely dry before folding it away. Store it loose in a breathable bag, not sealed in a damp swim bag. Even slightly damp storage encourages mildew and lingering chlorine smell.
Wash after every few wears: Even with rinsing, give the swimwear a full hand-wash after every two to three wears, or sooner if it was worn in a chlorinated pool. Check the care label for any specific restrictions. A regular wash schedule prevents the gradual buildup that makes suits feel stiff and faded.

Product care notes

Bikini Lærke - blue swim stripe: Two-piece set with a hand-drawn 'hollyhocks rainbow' print on soft, stretchable swim jersey. The stretch jersey and printed surface both benefit from cool hand-washing and shade drying to keep the print crisp and the fabric elastic.
Bikini Lærke - blue swim stripe