Whether it's sweaty workout wear, a hardworking kitchen towel, or a damp bathing suit my kid left in their bag a little too long, there's always been something in the laundry pile that needs a little extra oomph to help it smell good. But figuring out the perfect formula for fresher-smelling laundry can require a little experimentation—and I've tried a lot of different ingredients to find my perfect fresh-laundry formula.
If you're not someone who likes a strong scent on their laundry, you don't even have to introduce fragrance into the picture to make every load smell better. Several of our suggestions will clear away bad scents without adding any fragrance. Why Your Clothes Still Smell After Washing Them, and How to Get Rid of Lingering Odors
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