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 |
With fragrances (essential oils)
| Brand name | Product description |
| Biovert | Fabric Softener |
| Greenshield | Organic Fabric Softener, Lavender |
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) and add a few drops of essential oil if you wish.
When you stir, add this mixture (about 70 ml) to the softener compartment.
You will find more information on this site: Bren Did.
Ingredients to avoid in products you choose
- 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