plain jane Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 We are going through some life stuff and money is beyond tight, almost non existent for the next couple months. I have an opportunity for my kids to get into swimming lessons for free, but my young teens don't have swim wear. Would buying them used swim wear be that unsanitary? I plan to spray the crotch and breast area with a light coat of Spray 9, which is supposed to kill most virus and bacteria and wash in hot. Would this be sufficient? I know it's not ideal, but wanted to check that there wasn't something I wasn't aware about before searching out used swimwear. I don't mind used clothes and even used swim wear for little kids but somehow getting used ladies swim wear made me wonder if there's something I don't know. They would both require ladies sizing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Seems fine to me. And you figure with all the chlorine they put in the pool that kills a lot of stuff too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 That should be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maize Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 we use hand me down swimwear all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartlikealion Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 I would compare used swimwear normally with underwear, though I did borrow a swimsuit at a friend's house once. I would see if I could find a good deal on a new suit vs. buying used. With an adult's under garments (swimwear/underwear) yes there are greater odds the woman had an under breast yeast infection I guess. And I suppose leaks from time of the month or something. Maybe if you give us a budget we could help find links for new? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartlikealion Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 I'm OCD so maybe my response is not very helpful :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 I was still able to get very deeply discounted swimnwear at jcpenny last week. It was like $1.50 or so. So you can check stores and see if you can get some on their clearance shelves. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanaqui Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 I've got no problems with used swimwear whatsoever. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 (edited) Since swimwear is made to withstand chlorine, I would simply soak in peroxide and vinegar - a very, very effective anti-bacterial/viral/fungal combo - then toss in the laundry with a small amount of chlorine, hot water, dry on high. Heat is your friend. It damages the outer membrane/wall of microbes. It should be fine. That said Old Navy and other stores like Kohls online might still have new but last year's stock on sale cheap. Edited January 1, 2017 by FaithManor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK_Mom4 Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 yes - I have no problem with used swimwear. Wash it well and go ahead. The reward value of learning to swim is very high and the possibility of catching something from very well washed clothing is very very very very low. In fact, my guess is that the risk is non-existent. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 I'd buy swimwear at a thrift store. It's going to be washed first and then dunked in chemicals at the pool so no problem to me. lol I agree with the poster above--JCP had some cute bathing suits cheap last time I was there!! Sears has been good for swimsuits, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 As long as it LOOKED clean, I'd have no problems with it! I might wash it in bleach first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alisoncooks Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 We've bought secondhand bathing suits before. I never thought a thing about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reefgazer Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 (edited) Honestly, washing them in the washer would be fine. But if you are doubtful, you can probably find new with tags swimwear on eBay for pretty cheap. Also, I have a ton of used swimwear (boys and girls) that I haven't had a chance to unload yet. What size and sex are your children? If I have that size, I can send them to you for nothing (Just PM me). ETA: I just saw that you want ladies' sizes. What ladies size? I just might have something that my teen DD has outgrown. Most of hers are 2 pieces, but I have a few 1 pieces, as well (Those are outgrown competition suits, mostly). We are going through some life stuff and money is beyond tight, almost non existent for the next couple months. I have an opportunity for my kids to get into swimming lessons for free, but my young teens don't have swim wear. Would buying them used swim wear be that unsanitary? I plan to spray the crotch and breast area with a light coat of Spray 9, which is supposed to kill most virus and bacteria and wash in hot. Would this be sufficient? I know it's not ideal, but wanted to check that there wasn't something I wasn't aware about before searching out used swimwear. I don't mind used clothes and even used swim wear for little kids but somehow getting used ladies swim wear made me wonder if there's something I don't know. Edited January 1, 2017 by reefgazer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamamoose Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 I would have no problem with used swimwear in general. I've seen pools that rent suits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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