Ditch costly softeners with this clever sponge hack
There's nothing more soothing than the scent of freshly washed laundry. The marketing department is well aware of this and employs various techniques to promote scented capsules or laundry perfumes. However, the truth is that these additives aren't really necessary.
Our homes are filled with a range of detergents, such as laundry detergents and softeners, window sprays, and toilet gels. It seems that our list of chemical product purchases is endless, and we spend hundreds of dollars a year on them. This is largely due to effective marketing that convinces us we need a multitude of products, even though many are based on similar ingredients.
In fact, many of these products can be replaced with homemade cleaning solutions. However, manufacturers want us to buy their detergents in large quantities and use them as often as possible, allowing them to generate profits. There are ways to sidestep this, such as the sponge trick. If you're curious about what can replace fabric softener, you'll find the answer later in the article—it's a really clever trick!
The sponge trick - a simple way to save on laundry
A few years ago, powder detergents contained strong substances that, while effective at removing dirt, left fabrics stiff and unpleasant to the touch. In response, liquid detergents were introduced to soften fabrics and imbue them with a pleasant scent. This was a significant advancement at the time.
Today, using fabric softener seems unnecessary. Modern powders and laundry detergents already include softening and aromatic ingredients, making fabric softener an unnecessary expense unless you can find a more economical use for it.
How to do it? Simply cut a sponge into small pieces and soak them in fabric softener. Toss these prepared strips into the washing machine along with the dirty laundry and start the machine. During the wash cycle, the sponge will release an appropriate amount of detergent, leaving your clothes smelling delightful while using less product than usual.
How to make homemade fabric softener?
Fabric softener can be a source of allergies, as those with sensitivities surely know. Fortunately, there's an alternative: homemade fabric softener based on natural ingredients. To make it, you'll need water, citric acid, and your favorite essential oil. Simply dissolve the citric acid in warm water and add 20-30 drops of the oil. The citric acid will gently soften fabrics, while the essential oil will provide a pleasant scent.
