The towels begin to smell unpleasant after a few days of use, and the smell disappears only after washing. As a result of their contact with water residues, dead cells, and mold, bath towels develop a foul smell and a nasty look.
If you want to eliminate bad wet towel odor, you don’t have to use products that have fragrances, such as laundry conditioners.
In some cases, they can worsen the smell, and due to their aggressive chemical content, they are environmentally harmful and can cause allergies. Natural cleaning products are the most convenient and safest way to remove foul towel odors. Here are the 2 most effective natural methods.
⚪ White vinegar and baking soda
A cleaning blend like this penetrates easily into fabrics and helps remove dirt. Furthermore, its antifungal and antifungal properties eliminate bacteria, mold, and microorganisms that can cause infections and odors. It’s the best natural laundry softener you can use.
🛒 Ingredients:
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Hot water
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1 cup of white vinegar
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½ cup baking soda
How to prepare and use:
Add enough hot water to the washing machine to cover the towels. Pour white vinegar into the cup and start the washing cycle. After the washing cycle has ended, leave the towels in the washer and cover them again with hot water. Next, add baking soda. Start the washing cycle again, and your towels will be clean as new.
🍋 Lemon juice
Because lemon juice contains citric acid, it is an excellent option for whitening, disinfecting, and odorizing all types of garments.
🛒 Ingredients:
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½ cup lemon juice
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4 cups of hot water
Put the towels in a basin and add the lemon juice and hot water. Let them soak for 40 minutes. Then wash them with your usual laundry detergent in a washing machine.