Fabric softeners are used to reduce static electricity in synthetic fabrics. They have no effect on linen made of natural fibres.
Healthy alternatives
Dryer balls or sheets – soften laundry in a 100% natural way
| Brand name | Product description |
| AlpagAdore | Drying balls (Quebec) |
| Belle à croquer | Wool balls for the dryer (Quebec) |
Fragrance-free
| Brand name | Product description |
| Attitude | Fabric Softener, fragrance-free |
| Echoclean | Fabric Softener Sheets |
| Ecomax | Fabric Softener |
| Nature Clean | Fabric Softener, fragrance-free |
| Seventh Generation | Liquid Fabric Softener, Free and Clear |
DIY
Vinegar can replace fabric softener by helping to remove lingering odours from your laundry.
In a container, mix 250 ml of white vinegar with 500 ml of water (preferably distilled).
When you stir, add this mixture (about 70 ml) to the softener compartment.
You will find more information on this site: Bren Did.
Avoid the following chemicals in regular products
Ammonia: irritant and corrosive to the skin, eyes and respiratory and digestive tract
Quaternary ammonium: possible carcinogen (through formaldehyde release), skin and respiratory irritant and sensitizer
Dyes (coal tar): carcinogen, skin sensitizer, photosensitizer
Imidazolidinyl: possible carcinogen (by release of formaldehyde)
Synthetic fragrances: allergens