Fabric softener doesn't actually make clothes softer—and it has plenty of negative side effects. Skip to Main Content. View our Bluesky Page (Opens in a new tab) ...

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

The 4 times you should never use fabric softener. Understanding how to use fabric softener correctly can be the make or break ...

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

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.

Fabric softeners do have flammability warning labels on the packaging, but as reported by Fox News, most refer to the product's ability to degrade flame retardant chemicals in clothing rather ...

By Angela Lashbrook. Fabric softener is notoriously divisive. In fact, when we interviewed Rich Handel, a test project leader ...