Consider giving up the use of dryer sheets. Most commercial dryer sheets contain Benzyl Acetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Chloroform and Linalool. Some of these are carcinogens, and none are good for the environment.
The fumes alone can cause respiratory irritation, anxiety attacks, nervous system disorders, irritability and burn sensitive skin. Chemical exposure can cause long term effects on your liver, pancreas, or gastrointestinal track. Many people suffer from a "fragrance fog" feeling after exposure to fumes from dryers where dryer sheets are being used. Children are highly susceptible to these chemicals.
There are alternatives:
1. Wear natural fabrics to avoid static cling or at least wash and dry cottons and synthetic fabrics separately.
2. Make your own dryer sheets using a wash cloth and an environmentally friendly fabric softener. Or, use an eco-friendly fabric softener during the wash cycle.
3. Try reusable, chemical-free dryer sheets
4. Add vinegar to the wash
5. Do not dry clothes quite completely. The small amount of remaining moisture keeps static cling from getting a foothold. Dry on a rack or clothesline.
6. Try dryer balls. I've ordered Nellie's PVC Free Dryer balls
from Amazon. They should arrive this week. If anyone is interested in my opinion of them once I've tried them for a week or two, let me know in the comments section of this post.
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I want to know how you like them!!
I received the dryer balls from Amazon this week and tried them today. They work. No static cling, softer, and less wrinkles. They bang around in the dryer a bit, but not too bad. Thumbs up!
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