For people with sensitive skin, the experience of shopping for lingerie is even more sensitive. It might be difficult to find clothing that combines skin-friendly fabrics, comfort, and style, but the effort is ultimately well worth it! You’ll be happy you took the time to locate the ideal bras and knickers when you’re wearing them since they feel amazing against your skin without compromising style. Beautiful, sensitive, skin-friendly lingerie that reduces irritation and improves comfort is available from Angela Friedman, a premium lingerie brand renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and commitment to quality. When it comes to luxury lingerie and loungewear, this guide will help you make confident, well-informed decisions by guiding you through the world of lingerie shopping for sensitive skin.
Know your skin
Increased sensitivities to many irritants, such as textiles, dyes, clothing construction methods, and even detergents, are a hallmark of sensitive skin. It might be anything as simple as avoiding itchy tags, or it could be more complicated like psoriasis, eczema, or acne. We can’t provide you specific advise on medical concerns; you should discuss these with your doctor. However, by knowing how your clothes affect sensitive skin, we can help you manage the symptoms more effectively. Redness, itching, hives or lumps, and general discomfort are typical signs of sensitive skin. Choosing the appropriate lingerie is essential for people with sensitive skin in order to reduce or prevent these problems. If nothing else, we want to make sure that the clothes you choose don’t make any discomfort that you already have worse!
What to consider for lingerie for sensitive skin
1. Lingerie Material
The materials used are the cornerstone of skin-friendly lingerie. For delicate skin, natural and breathable materials like bamboo, viscose, soft cotton, and 100% silk are perfect. These materials let air flow, which lowers the possibility of irritation and keeps your skin dry and cool. Hypoallergenic textiles are an excellent option for anyone who is prone to skin sensitivity because they further reduce the possibility of allergic responses. Read more about the health benefits of silk here, or jump straight to our collections of loungewear and lingerie made entirely of silk!
If they are of good quality and have a very soft feel, even synthetics can be comfortable on sensitive skin. Think about how some laces could feel smooth and dreamy to you, while others might scratch your skin. That depends on the knitting or weaving technique used and the quality of the fibres used. All of our designs pass the fundamental softness test because we at Angela Friedman know the difference between ultra-soft and non-ultra-soft textiles! However, we have a specifically curated line called Lingerie for Sensitive Skin that features our softest designs for those of you who are extremely sensitive.
2. Seams and stitching
Your lingerie’s comfort can be greatly impacted by the seams and stitching. Choose styles with fewer seams, completely lined interiors, or no seams around your most sensitive places if you find that seams create painful friction against your skin. (For instance, you can choose a triangular bralette with no fabric around the underarm area if your underarms are really sensitive.) Another alternative is to try seamless bras and knickers, though some people might find such microfiber materials damp because they aren’t comprised of natural fibres.
3. Dyes and chemicals
Certain clothing items contain chemical treatments and synthetic colours that can be irritating on delicate skin. Nearly all of the textiles at Angela Friedman have earned the GOTS Organic and Oeko-Tex certifications, indicating that they have undergone stringent testing to ensure that they are made of materials that are safe for the environment and human health. However, some people are allergic to dyes of any kind, so you might prefer clothing without any colour at all! If so, you might think about wearing undyed silk clothing in ivory hues, since these will be the softest on your skin.
4. Style
Sensitive skin simply responds better to certain styles than others! To personalise your fit, look for clothing styles with fully adjustable straps or other size-adjustable features. (This is also very beneficial if you have cycle variations or size changes.) Additionally, think about wearing looser-fitting clothing or items with stretch so that your body can move with it during the day. Nothing is more annoying than an extremely tight waistline or an underwire bra that continually pokes and digs in! Our top picks for clothing types for sensitive skin include the following:
- Wirefree bras and bralettes for soft, flexible fitting support
- Stretch silk underwear that breathes and moves with your body
- Silk tap pants with loose fitting legs, gently skimming over your curves
- Loose fitting loungewear like silk camisoles and luxury wrapped robes
- Silk slips, perfect for sleeping in
Conclusion
For your comfort and confidence, it’s critical to select the appropriate lingerie for sensitive skin. By emphasising premium fabrics, careful design, and environmentally friendly methods, Angela Friedman makes sure that comfort and style don’t have to be sacrificed. Discover the ideal underwear that feels like a second skin against yours by perusing our collections designed for sensitive skin.