lingerie for storage purposes.It's actually all to do with hygiene.The “pocket” is in fact the gusset of the underwear.Gussets often are made with moisture-wicking breathable fabric, such as cotton, which helps to make sure genitals dry and ventilated.They also are highly absorbent and prevent friction, which can reduce the risk of infection.Synthetic materials, on the other hand, don’t provide protection against rubbing, sweat and bacteria - so the cotton insert is important.The revelation comes after women also discovered the real reason why there are bows on the front of knickers.A curious Reddit asked the question in a forum, as they probed: "Why do so many panties have that little bow on the centre front?
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