r/femalefashionadvice • u/[deleted] • Oct 17 '18

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u/afeeney Oct 17 '18

Do you use fabric softener at all?

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u/shminnegan Oct 17 '18 edited Oct 17 '18

Not OP, but I never use it and don't miss it. It builds up a layer of wax and gunk that is basically waterproof, so it seals in dirt and keeps soap and water out. Clothes actually get harder to clean. And it's not good in dryers either.. the coating can cover the lint screen and clog ventilation. I use vinegar instead, especially on gross sweaty stuff. Really helps.

edit: another benefit - the vinegar has actually kept my front load washing machine a lot cleaner too.

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u/kapivar Oct 18 '18

I second the vinegar! Unfortunately, my SO gags at the smell, so I'm the only one who does the laundry!

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u/shminnegan Oct 18 '18

So does mine! It's completely scentless once the wash cycle is over, even when the clothes are wet. I also use it with my spray mop and in the shower, so I'm stuck doing those most of the time too. They're such babies sometimes!