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17 Truths About Going Commando – Pros, Cons, And Useful Tips

17 Truths About Going Commando – Pros, Cons, And Useful Tips

  • by Jekaterina Gussarova
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17 Truths About Going Commando – Pros, Cons, And Useful Tips

  • by Jekaterina Gussarova

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📜 Key Points at a Glance 📜

    • ✨ Going commando can improve airflow and prevent infections.

    • ⚠️ It may not always be the best choice during intense physical activities.

    • 🧼 Hygiene is paramount! Keep your clothing and yourself clean.

    • 👗 Fabric matters – opt for soft, breathable materials when skipping undies.

  • 🌟 Experiment and see what feels most comfortable for you.

💡 Key Advice and Tips from Our Experts 💡

    • 🕶️ Embrace your personal style, but always prioritise comfort and health.

    • 🌱 Natural fabrics like cotton and bamboo are your skin’s best friends.

    • 👞 Watch out for chafing – especially if you're active or in warmer climates.

    • 🛁 Always maintain impeccable hygiene to enjoy the benefits worry-free.

  • 🎉 Have fun exploring! Feeling free has its perks – enjoy the breezy ride.

How often do you wear your undergarments? Are there any health benefits of going commando? While most people love wearing sexy underwear even when going to bed, others love it when they are not wearing anything, even when going out. Therefore, here is the shocking truth about going commando everyone needs to know, including pros, cons, and useful tips.

Going commando, also known as ‘free balling’ for men or ‘free buffing’ for women, is a practice of not wearing any underwear. The trend was first mentioned in the 1970s as a slang term in American college campuses during the Vietnam war. The term later evolved when army men ditched their underwear to stop chafing or prevent certain conditions like yeast infections. Currently, the practice is popular among men and women with different reasons why they would go commando. For instance, ladies say they feel comfortable, sexy, and smell fresh when they go commando. On the other hand, men want to reduce sweating and maximize airflow by going commando. However, while there are advantages of going commando, there are some unexpected side effects of going commando, as discussed in this blog.

The Benefits of Going Commando

Helps Avoid Infection

Wearing panties reduces air circulation in the vagina, thus increasing humidity levels. As a result, chances of getting a yeast or bacterial infection or UTIs increase by 80% compared to those who go commando. Thus, ladies prefer going commando than experiencing itching of vagina or vulva and thick white discharge, signs of yeast infection.

Less Skin Irritation

Going commando can reduce skin irritation by 80%, especially for women. Because underwear sits close to the skin as you walk or dance, rubbing and chaffing may occur, which can be uncomfortable. It can lead to embarrassment and poor performance, especially for dancers, as irritated skin may itch, burn, or sting. Other signs of irritation include blisters or pimples, cracked skin, and inflammation of the affected area.

A Higher Libido

Although other factors like low-stress levels and enough exercise lead to higher libido, going commando, especially for women, can lead to that. Men’s minds get aroused once they learn about their partners going commando. The fact that it sounds sexy can lead to sexy mental stimulation.

No Panty Lines

Most people feel good when they walk with panties showing the lines. However, some ladies find it uncomfortable and shameful. While there are women’s no-show underwear brands, most ladies prefer going commando to avoid the stress of picking and pulling underwear.

No Wedgies

Wedgies are embarrassing and irritating for both sexes. They may result from improper fit and sizing or old underwear. For this reason, most people prefer going commando to avoid the headaches of choosing the right underwear and save on time.

Better Sperm Production

Testicles work best at a low temperature. Wearing underwear creates a hot environment, which interferes with testicles function leading to low sperm production. Although doctors advise their clients to wear loose underwear and sleep without them, most men consider going commando throughout.

It Boosts Confidence

Going without underwear can boost your confidence compared to when you wear them. For instance, it makes you feel sexy comfortable with people. However, this opinion works for a few people, as others feel uncomfortable.

The Cons of Going Commando

Chaffing

Chaffing is caused by friction, moisture, and irritating clothes. When tight trousers rub your skin for long, you may experience skin stinging or burning, leading to a mild red rash mainly on the thighs and buttocks. You can control this by wearing loose clothes or using baby powder and petroleum jelly on the sensitive parts.

It Encourages Various Infections

While going commando limits infections, your tight clothes or jeans can rub against the skin, causing tears on the delicate parts and exposing your genitalia to infections. The solution is wearing loose fabrics and avoiding jeans with rough seams. Furthermore, ensure you wear long skirts to avoid skin damage by rough benches and chairs. You can also use baby powder or petroleum jelly.

It Promotes Stains and Spots

Stains and spots may be caused by periods for ladies, crotch sweat on a hot day, or drops of pee for gents. You need to wear heavy fabrics with colors that will not show the stains easily, such as black. For a lady, you can have period trackers and stay away from public places to avoid embarrassment.

More Laundry

Underwear absorbs sweat or whatever discharge that comes about. Going commando can lead to cleaning your clothes more often, especially in hot seasons or when your activities result in sweating.

No Fitting Rooms

It is hygienic to wear underwear if you like trying on clothes before buying. Sweat and fecal matter can build up on the clothes, and this would not be safe for you or any other person who tries on the same cloth and can lead to the spread of diseases like bacterial and fungal infections.

Tips on How To Start The Commando Journey

Start Small

Start going commando around your house or while you sleep where you will be most comfortable. Adjust to the sensation and find out which clothes serve you best in the go, especially when you have skirts or dresses that easily lift when you walk.

Remember, You Already Do It

You have probably gone swimming where you remove all your underwear and get into swimming suits. You may also have gone commando when wearing yoga pants, pajamas during hot seasons, and exercise clothes. Therefore, chances are you have already done it, and you do not need to plan.

Choose Your Outfit Wisely

Make a good selection of clothes that will fit your commando journey. Find out dresses that lift in the breeze, look for holes in your clothes, and decide which jeans will not cause chaffing.

Forget The 100%

You do not need to go commando 24/7 as there is a time. When wearing underwear, stick to cotton because of its breathability, smoothness, and easy-to-wash properties. Also, get out of exercise clothes immediately you get home to reduce the risk of infections caused by sweat like hidradenitis that affects sensitive parts, including the buttocks, groin, and under the breasts. You can also have a period tracker on your phone to let you avoid the embarrassment caused by unexpected periods. Don’t forget to rinse your groin area daily to avoid sweat build-up that may result in infections and rashes.

Conclusion

Now that you are ready to go commando, consider the advantages and disadvantages of going commando discussed in this blog. However, remember going commando is not for everyone; hence you should switch back to underwear if you experience side effects. Also, the tips discussed above will greatly help you when you decide to go commando.


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