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AshleyMF1983
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How to keep white clothes white (w/o using bleach)
Hi all...
Recently I had started taking my daughter's white socks and soaking them in diluted bleach before putting them in with the rest of the whites in the laundry load. It didn't seem to irritate her skin, and it was making her grungy white socks beautifully pure white again. However, I have noticed that the bleach has caused the elasticity in the socks to break down. Does anyone have any recommendations for how to keep white clothes white without using bleach? Thanks!
Re: How to keep white clothes white (w/o using bleach)
I use something called "advance" cleaner. It can be used in the wash with whites. My family buys it once a year from a guy who comes from georgia to sell it. It may be a good option to look into.
White garments, especially, should be cleaned often. Letting a stain sit, can cause the stain to oxidize and leave a yellowing discoloration. The invisible things that cause staining are generally the most detrimental to clothing. For example, perfumes and hairsprays can cause yellowing if left untreated on soiled garments. The same can be said for clear liquids containing sugars; these will break down and cause discoloration.
We've been using Nature Bright, which is basically a more natural version of oxiclean.
http://www.shaklee.com/us/en/products.php?sku=00305
So far, so good! I think Seventh Generation makes something similar, too.