Modern fabric softeners perform at least two functions: soften the fabric and aromatize it. More advanced products can also prevent the generation of static electricity and bacteria, simplify ironing and even repel water and dirt! It would seem a miracle cure. But first you need to understand why underwear becomes tough over time.
Modern washing powders contain calcium phosphate, which settles in the fibers of the fabric. Of course, you can get rid of it by thoroughly rinsing your clothes, but not all housewives do this. With each new wash, more and more of this substance remains in the fabric, some salts also settle out of hard water. As a result, clothes become unpleasant to the touch, and terry towels lose their hygroscopic properties. Fabric softeners create a film on the surface of the fabric that makes it easier to slip and creates a feeling of softness. However, this method does not solve the problem itself.
Ultimately, the salts will continue to accumulate in the tissue, and on top of them will still be kept a layer of silicone, which mainly consists of fabric softeners. Clothing will wear out faster. If this is not a problem, you can continue to use rinsing agents. However, over time, they will still not be effective enough. You can extend the life of clothing by rinsing it at least once every time as it should - up to 10 times. Of course, you can use a washing machine, but the most delicate fabrics are best hand-crafted.
For babies, a special conditioner for children's underwear is produced, but still at first all things need to be ironed carefully on both sides - this will soften the fabric. In the event that irritation does occur, it is better to stop using any chemicals and wash children's items with household or baby soap. Many young mothers also use special liquid concentrates. And, of course, people who are prone to skin reactions to chemicals often use special conditioners, as children's conditioners are considered hypoallergenic.
How to choose the best fabric softener and how to use it? In fact, every housewife will have to look for a suitable rinse on their own, because an allergy may appear on some remedy, in another it will not like the aroma, the third will seem uneconomical. Almost all fabric softeners are approximately the same in composition: cationic surfactants, silicones and perfumes. So you have to start only from your own tastes.
It is also important to use fabric softeners correctly. In no case should they be poured into the detergent compartment, and the dosage must also be strictly observed. It is very important to use the correct amount of rinse aid, since the silicone film on the fabric should not be too thin or thick, otherwise the final result is unlikely to please. Proper washing and rinsing is the guarantee that clothes will last a long time and will not lose their properties.