While youcantechnically put yourbathing suitin the washing machine, you probably don’t want to.

Instead, hang it on a clothing line or lay flat to dry.

How often should you wash your swimsuit?

Red bikini on a clothing line

Swimsuits are usually made out of spandex, which can wear out quickly with too many washes.

Additionally, perspiration and exposure to body oils and chemicals in pool water can also affect your suit.

You don’t want to hangout in wet bathing suit bottoms for long, either.

Swimwear laying out to dry on railing

So, there you have it.

Hand wash when possible, hang to dry, and go a few wears between cleaning.