Brilio.net - Intense and repeated use of towels can make them quickly dirty and lose their ability to absorb water effectively. This is often a disturbing problem, because towels that are less clean tend to be less comfortable to use. Dirty towels are usually caused by the accumulation of dirt, oil, and dead skin cells trapped in the fabric fibers.
In addition, if the towel is not dried properly after use, the trapped moisture becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. As a result, the towel not only looks dull, but also risks causing unpleasant odors and even skin health problems. To overcome this problem, proper care is essential.
Washing towels regularly with an effective detergent and using hot water can help remove dirt and bacteria. In addition, drying towels in the sun or using a dryer on high heat is also important to ensure that the towels are completely dry and free from moisture.
However, if the towel is already dirty and discolored, it needs a special washing process so that the towel becomes more comfortable to use again. There are many ways to do this, one of which is by soaking the towel in citric water. Then the towel will usually be rubbed with a brush vigorously.
But did you know? Soaking towels in citric acid and brushing them vigorously can damage them quickly. Instead, you can use a trick shared by Instagram user @lie_denielcandra. Through one of the videos she uploaded, she admitted to only using simple ingredients found in the kitchen to wash dirty towels to make them bright again.
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @lie_denielcandra on Monday (14/10), the kitchen ingredients in question are dishwashing soap and salt. Basically, salt and dishwashing soap are an effective combination for cleaning dirty towels and making them bright again. Both of these ingredients have properties that can help remove stains, odors, and residue buildup on the fibers of the towel fabric.
photo: Instagram/@lie_denielcandra
How to use it is also quite easy. First, put the towel in the bucket, then put the detergent in first. You can use powdered detergent or liquid detergent that you have at home.
photo: Instagram/@lie_denielcandra
If so, then add salt and dish soap to taste. After that, pour hot water until the towel is completely submerged . Press and flip the towel so that all parts are completely submerged. If so, let it sit until the water cools down.
photo: Instagram/@lie_denielcandra
Well, this soaking process will usually make the dirt on the towel fall off by itself. Therefore, when lifted, the towel is white again and cleaner than before. That way, you can rinse it directly without having to brush it again.
By using a combination of salt and dish soap, dirty towels can be bright and fresh again. When used in the washing process, salt works to loosen dirt and oil particles trapped in the fibers of the towel. In addition, salt can also help neutralize unpleasant odors caused by bacteria and fungi, so that the towels become fresher.
Meanwhile, dish soap is designed to break down oils and grease, making it especially effective at removing body oils and dirt that build up on towels. Dish soap also contains powerful cleaning agents that can remove stains that regular detergents struggle to remove. When mixed with hot water, dish soap helps dissolve and remove residue that leaves towels looking dull and dingy.