How to soften towels naturally. From citric acid to baking soda.

Homemade fabric softener recipes. Another solution is to add green tea to the wash water. Or a couple of cups of chamomile tea.

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DIY fabric softener for towels

HOW TO SOFTEN TOWELS

It's nice to have soft towels in the bathroom , ones that wrap around your body in a soothing way, as if they were always new. Unfortunately, with the passage of time and wear, that softness becomes just a memory... or maybe not!

NATURAL SOFTENER FOR TOWELS

In fact, there are several methods to make towels soft again , without necessarily having to resort to industrial products, the famous fabric softeners.

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DIY TOWEL SOFTENER

Natural , ecological and economical methods , thanks to which you can make your bathroom linen more elastic and also make it more fragrant.

  • First of all, it is always advisable do not overload the washing machine otherwise the towels won't be washed properly and will remain rough.
  • Commercial fabric softener can be harmful not only to the environment but also to human health. It's made with chemicals that are harmful to the skin and can cause allergies. So why not soften your towels with some?citric acidThis is found in citrus fruits and is very easy to find. You can prepare a solution of 100 grams of citric acid and 400 grams of water and add it to the fabric softener compartment of your washing machine. This solution can then be transferred to a container so you can add 30 ml for each subsequent load.
  • A good remedy to make towels soft again is to crumple them a sheet of aluminum foil and put it in the washing machineThe sheet reduces static electricity and keeps cotton towels and other garments soft.
  • even the sodium bicarbonate It's an effective way to soften towels, even better when combined with white vinegar, which removes roughness, dirt, and even the most stubborn stains. The two ingredients can be used separately; just get 1 cup of white vinegar and ½ cup of baking soda. Then, place the towels in the washing machine and add hot water. Then, add the cup of vinegar and start the wash. Then, leave the towels in the washing machine, add more hot water, and add, this time, the ½ cup of baking soda. Restart the wash, and finally, let the towels dry in a well-ventilated area.
  • Add two or three glasses of hot chamomile in a bowl with some warm water and then immerse the towels in it: the result is really satisfying.
  • even the salt It can make your bath towels softer. Place about 300 grams in a heat-resistant plastic bowl, then put it in the washing machine and run it at 60°C: softness is guaranteed.
  • If you add some to the hand washing water green tea, the towels remain soft and delicate.
  • Also 'drying It plays a key role in preventing towels from stiffening. It's best to dry them naturally, in the open air, under a cool sun. The fibers must dry gradually. Once the towels are dry, they are wrinkled as if kneading them, so that the fibers relax.
  • If the towels are dried in the dryer, low temperatures should be preferred. Furthermore, it is necessary to use the anti-crease mode This way, the fibers remain delicate. If you then add tennis balls to the washing machine, the fibers don't stiffen and remain swollen.
  • After drying, the towels they must be folded carefully and when they need to be put away, they shouldn't be squashed all together, otherwise they will harden again.

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