How to Find Alternative Methods to Fabric Softener

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Look for dryer balls at dollar stores

   They may be found in the cleaning products aisle.
   
   These reusable balls toss in the dryer along with your clothes and linens, fluffing them and enhancing drying to reduce your dryer's energy usage.
   
   Some dryer balls will contain baking soda to freshen the laundry.
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   Step 2: drugstores

   Put a half cup or so in an old, clean sock (a good use for those lonely ones), tie off, and toss into the dryer with laundry to freshen.
   
   This can be used through several loads and enhanced with 5 to 7 drops of essential oils of lemon, lavender (especially good for bed linens), sweet orange, or pine (for household goods like washable rugs).
   
   When used up, the sock can be opened, emptied into the compost, and refilled several times. , The ball can be used over and over. , This is especially useful for natural fibers.
   
   Diluted vinegar is slightly acidic, which closes the cuticle of the fiber, making it smoother.
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   Step 3: grocery stores

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   Step 4: or health food stores.

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   Step 5: Gather or buy lavender buds and/or dried lemon or orange rinds (available at farmers markets

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   Step 6: tea and herb shops

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   Step 7: and bulk stores).

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   Step 8: Scrunch up a ball of aluminum foil to toss in with laundry to reduce static buildup.

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   Step 9: Distilled vinegar can be added to your washer's rinse cycle to soften fabrics.

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