Just right at once and throw away? This is how you will improve the durability of your tights. There will be no “eyes”.

Tights are an important element in a woman’s wardrobe, which is the icing on the cake of every look. They are perfect for both exceptionally elegant stylings and those that are slightly more informal and everyday. Thanks to them, every styling looks complete and well-tailored. However, their durability often leaves much to be desired. Fortunately, there are several ways to prevent them from being destroyed.

How not to pull tights? This will increase their durability and prevent stitches from forming

Many people know the trick of using transparent nail polish on pulls and “eyes” in tights, which “covers up” the damage. However, if we want to prevent them from tearing, snagging and falling, there are a few home solutions that are worth knowing.

• Spray them with hairspray. A hair styling cosmetic will help strengthen and stiffen the fibers.
• Wash before wearing. It is a good idea to wash new tights in cold water after removing them from the packaging, before wearing them for the first time. This is how you make them last.
• Put in the freezer. The low temperature causes the individual fibers to become stiff, which prevents meshes from forming. Soak them under cold water until moist, put them in a plastic bag and freeze overnight. In the morning, defrost and dry at room temperature.

What to do to prevent tights from cracking? Eyes and pulls most often occur during putting on

Delicate hosiery products have caused many unpleasant surprises over the years. No matter how careful we are, tears seem inevitable. We all know that scenario when, in a hurry or not, we put on a pair of tights only to realize that we have accidentally torn them. Appropriate technique can ensure that we will never have this problem again.

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1. Putting on tights is much easier if you moisturize your legs first. Wait until the balm is absorbed a bit.
2. Make sure the tights are the right length. If you are between sizes, it is better to choose the larger one rather than the smaller one.
3. Any unevenly cut nails are enemy number one for any pair of tights. One little snag and it was all over. Make sure they are trimmed and filed before you start putting on the tights.
4. Instead of just stuffing your toes into your tights, roll them up from your hips to your toes and then slowly pull them up. This will give you more control and won’t pull the fabric too hard.