Washing jeans looks like a simple task, but a very common error can speed up tissue wear and make the color lose faster. Experts explain what you should do before you put them on the machine and still reveal an unexpected trick.
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25/06/2026
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Sthere are few times when jeans go to the machine to be washed – or at least should be, given that this fabric is more resistant. However, when this happens, special care must be taken, as highlighted in an article by HuffPost.
One of the mistakes that most people make in this regard is don't turn your jeans upside down before you put them in the machine.
“ This simple step, but usually neglected, protects the external color from fading and minimizes direct contact with chemicals and detergents”, says Levi’s.
“ This step is particularly important for black and dark jeans, which are more prone to loss or color transfer”.
Wash jeans: more tips
Levi’s further suggests that the washing of jeans be done every 10 uses, “unless they are visibly dirty or start smelling bad”.
When washing them, make sure that all the clasps and buttons are closed – to help maintain the shape and prevent them from defying – and use a gentle detergent. Do not apply softener, as the product may leave residues in the pants.
As for temperature, the most advisable is to choose the coldest, as hot water can shrink the parts.
The freezer trick to keep your jeans clean
If you want to keep your jeans clean, just find room in the freezer (yes, you read well). At least that's what Rocky Vuong, founder and owner of Calibre Cleaning, household cleaning company, recommends on the BestLife website.
According to a study, quoted on the site, and done at the University of Alberta, Canada, “even after 15 months without washing, the jeans used did not harbor harmful bacteria.” And keeping them in the freezer helped to significantly reduce the unpleasant smell that had accumulated over time.