How Often Should You Actually Change Towels: Many Housewives Do It Wrong

11.04.2024 15:59

Towels accumulate sweat, skin particles and various bacteria.

However, if you do not change them in a timely manner, you may encounter certain problems.

For example, dirty towels can cause acne on the face.

The frequency of washing towels depends on various factors.

In particular, this is affected by the number of people in the house. In addition, it is necessary to take into account which parts of the body the towel is used for.

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The frequency of changing towels also depends on the humidity level in the bathroom.

Also, if the towel has an unpleasant smell, it should be washed immediately.

How often to change

This is influenced by which part of the body a particular towel is used for.

For example, it is advisable to change your face towel at least once every two or three days.

It is recommended to change towels for the body, hands and feet every three or four days.

What to consider and how to wash

It is important to remember that wet and damp towels should not be placed in the laundry basket.

Otherwise, it may become a breeding ground for bacteria. Therefore, it should be dried properly after use.

Before washing, first of all, you should read the recommendations on the label. It will indicate the optimal washing temperature and other parameters.

It is also not advisable to use fabric softener when washing towels.

Over time, it can cause a kind of film to appear on the fabric, making the towel less able to absorb moisture.

To keep them soft, you can wash them with special balls.

Earlier we talked about how often you need to wash and change your house slippers.

Tatyana Khitrushko Author: Tatyana Khitrushko Editor of Internet resources


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  1. How often to change
  2. What to consider and how to wash