8. You’ll have a better sex life
If you’ve ever told a partner that you’re not wearing any underwear while out on a date, you’ll know what I’m talking about. And if not, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. Trust me, that’s all your boo will be thinking about for the rest of dinner. At the very least, it will spark some interesting conversation. And when you get home, there’s one less layer to undress. Enough said.
Other expert tips for going commando
If you’re curious (and I know you are), here is how to make the whole underwear-free movement worth your time:
- Download a free period tracker, like Clue, to ward off any surprise visits from Aunt Flo. Trust me, you do not want to be caught without undies on the first day of your period. You could also include these cotton panty patches in your game plan, too.
- After going to the gym, change out of of your yoga pants, pronto. This prevents sweat and bacteria from getting trapped in your nether regions.
- Rinse off daily. While using shampoo and conditioner on your hair too often may cause damage, there’s nothing wrong with a quick rinse for your bod once a day.
- Twirl around in your dress. If it lifts, you need underwear. If you plan on drinking alcohol while you’re out, or you could accidentally fall, you definitely need underwear.
- Avoid going commando when trying on clothes. If you’re shopping for pants or bathing suits, underwear is an absolute must to act as a protective barrier. Other people were probably trying on those same items, and you just don’t know what’s up down there. Same rules apply when wearing your friend’s clothes.
- When you do wear panties, choose cotton. This will still give you that “breezy” feeling and reduce the risk of moisture collection and nasty infection.
Just go for it
I remember the first couple of times I walked around without any underwear. I was convinced that everyone could tell. I felt paranoid, vulnerable and certain that at any moment someone would expose me in a dramatic display of public humiliation for my panty prohibition. “She’s not wearing any underpants!” a stunned onlooker would shout, and the crowd around me would gasp.
Fortunately, that never happened. And all these years later, I can say one thing for certain: no one will be able to tell you skipped the skivvies — pinky promise. It’s a fun secret between you and your pants, because you’re the only two that will ever notice. Enjoy your newfound freedom, ladies! You’re welcome.
— The Alternative Daily
