Thinx period undies are easy to care for, and following the right drying instructions will go a long way in making sure you can use and reuse them for up to 40 washes. Here’s how to do it, whether you’re washing at home or traveling:

Q: What are the deets on drying my Thinx?
A: You can treat your Thinx pretty much like any other pair of delicate undergarments. After washing, hang them up to dry in a non-humid environment. Make sure they’re completely dry before putting away.

Q: How long do they take to dry?
A: It varies, depending on the absorbency level. Moderate absorbency styles (which hold up to 3 tampons’ worth) shouldn’t take longer than 10-12 hours to dry, while super absorbency styles (which hold up to 5 tampons’ worth) shouldn’t take longer than 19.

Q: What if I accidentally put them in the dryer?
A: Don’t sweat it! They can survive a tumble or two in the dryer. In the future, we recommend keeping your Thinx away from high-heat sources like dryers and irons to maintain the integrity of their elasticity, which is what prevents leaks.

Try this tip: Use a mesh laundry bag to separate them from your other clothes, so you can easily take them out of the wash while putting everything else in the dryer.