Did you know that you should wash new towels? Yes they may feel soft already, and you're probably more than ready to replace your rough ones with your fresh set, but your bath towels should be broken in first.
Most new towels will have a coating (usually a silicone finish) put on by the manufacturer to keep them feeling plush. While this makes towels soft to the touch, it also means they aren't very absorbent. Washing new towels before use will reduce any residue and increase absorbency, and will get rid of any bacteria that may have built up on the surface too.
