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TikTok Star's Underwear Hack Sparks Backlash and Apology

2/27/2026

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TikTok influencer Tara Woodcox faced backlash over a November 2025 video about washing underwear with hotel coffee makers.
She claimed the method involved placing underwear in the coffee filter and running the brew.
Following intense criticism, Woodcox said she never tried it and meant the video as a joke.
Woodcox later said she learned the hack from a friend, was surprised by the reactions, and emphasized hotel-room hygiene.

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Story summary

TikTok influencer Tara Woodcox faced backlash over a November 2025 video about washing underwear with hotel coffee makers.
She claimed the method involved placing underwear in the coffee filter and running the brew.
Following intense criticism, Woodcox said she never tried it and meant the video as a joke.
Woodcox later said she learned the hack from a friend, was surprised by the reactions, and emphasized hotel-room hygiene.