Fabric softener is bad for your washing machine and clothes. Consumer Reports offer tips to make your clothes soft and nice-smelling without any gross residue.

You may want to re-think how much fabric softener you’re using when you wash your clothing. At least, that’s the message popular TikToker Ann Russell (@annrussell03) shared in a recent clip.

Fabric softener is a liquid that's used to soften clothes for a gentler feel, but should you also use it on household linens such as towels to make them soft and fluffy? The short answer is yes ...

Fabric softener will reduce the effectiveness of flame-retardant coatings on children's clothing. (Pexels: William Fortunato) Mr Iredale adds that this can be an issue if you have allergies or ...

Fabric softener's better but still has problems Fabric softener doesn't have all the problems that dryer sheets have. As long as you use the right amount, clothes should come out soft and static-free.

FOR true cleaning fans, fabric softener is a key part of our washing routines – after all, how else would we get snuggly soft and fragrant clothes? But laundry expert and CEO of Laundryheap D… ...

Fabric softener can reduce static, add pleasant smells, and make your clothes feel great. However, alternatives like vinegar and dryer balls can be just as effective.

Dr. Charles Puza, a board-certified NYC dermatologist, advises against wearing clothes that you haven't washed, using fabric softener and buying detergent with perfumes and dyes. drcharlesmd1 ...