Do You Buy Ukay Clothes For Your Kids? Here's What You Need To Do Before Wearing

If you are a fan of preloved or hand-me-down clothes, you are helping save our planet! We all know that little kids grow too fast and clothes quickly grow with them. Not only is it a sustainable choice, but it is also cost-effective!

Instead of perpetuating the "fast fashion" cycle, you can buy quality preloved clothes in well-known shops. Read here where you can buy ukay clothes online.

However, if you are a first-timer who is conscious of hygiene concerns or the social stigma about wearing "old and worn" clothes, here's how you can make them "like new" again.

READ ALSO: Andi Dresses Lilo, Koa In Secondhand Clothes: Here's Why You Can Do The Same For Your Kids

How to clean preloved kids' clothes before wearing

1. Wash or dry-clean

Start by washing the clothes with a detergent that will remove old stains. Moms recommend using this safe detergent product for babies and kids because it is Alcohol-Free, Anti-Bacterial, Antiseptic, Hypoallergenic, and Non-Chemical. You can get Cottoncare (1 kg) Extra-Sensitive Natural Laundry Powder for only Php 179.

Buy Cottoncare on Shopee 

Buy Cottoncare on Lazada

2. Remove the stains

If you encounter stains on the preloved clothes, try spot-cleaning them using appropriate stain removers or household remedies. Tiny Buds Laundry Stain Remover is one of the most trusted products by moms. For only Php 195, you can get this 200 ML non-toxic solution for your kids' preloved clothes.

Buy Tiny Buds Laundry Stain Remover on Shopee 

Buy  Tiny Buds Laundry Stain Remover on Lazada 

3. Remove old odor by using safe fabric conditioners

Choose a fabric conditioner labeled as "safe" or "mild" to ensure it won't cause any damage or irritate your skin. Avoid using too much fabric conditioner, as it can leave a residue on the clothes and make them feel sticky or greasy. This Kleenfant fabric conditioner is hypoallergenic and Paraben-free.

For only Php 199, you can already get a 1L bottle that you can use for months.

Buy Kleenfant Extra Care Baby Fabric Softener on Shopee 

Buy Kleenfant Extra Care Baby Fabric Softener on Lazada  

4. Inspect for damage

Check the clothing thoroughly for damages like loose threads, missing buttons, or minor tears. Repair these issues using portable sewing kits that also helps enhance their creativity in repairing minor damages.

Buy Portable Sewing Kit on Shopee

Buy Portable Sewing Kit on Lazada 

5. Iron or steam the clothes

Use an iron or garment steamer to remove wrinkles and creases from the clothing. You can use your regular iron or invest in a portable iron steamer. You can buy an iron steamer from Kaisa Villa for as low as Php 799.

The iron is designed to soften the clothes, flatten the clothes and fabric by "pulling," "pressing," and "spraying," and leave the clothes and fabric as good as new.

Buy Kaisa Villa Steamer Iron on Shopee

Buy Kaisa Villa Steamer Iron on Lazada

6. Customize and accessorize

Get creative and customize the preloved clothes to match your style. You can add embellishments, embroidery, patches, or fabric paint to breathe new life into old pieces. Upcycling can transform clothes into entirely new and unique items. For as low as Php 10, you can add these patches to fill in holes or to add unique items that will make it look new.

Buy patches on Shopee here or here

7. Organize your kids' clothes

Remember that quality over quantity is our goal for our children's clothes. Keep it in order and choose preloved branded clothes, if possible. Ensure you keep items your children will wear to avoid excessive clothes. Try the Marie Kondo folding method to simplify your kids' wardrobe and utilize clean storage organizers. For only Php 247, you can get a medium-sized Activebae box organizer that is huge enough for their clothes.

Buy Activebae Box Organizer on Shopee

Buy Activebae Box Organizer on Lazada

If you think preloved clothes are too old and odd for you, think again. Even Pinoy celebrity moms Bianca Gonzalez, Iya Villania, Saab Magalona, Andi Eigenmann, and many others choose to wear hand-me-down and well-loved clothes for their children. Read here.

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