Post by @madegooduk

Nobody really tells you this, but fabric softener is basically animal fat or palm oil with a fragrance on top. And it quietly works against you: it coats your clothes so towels stop absorbing, and the bottle itself says keep it off your kids' pyjamas and your gym kit. Most of us just buy it out of habit. Honestly, you probably don't need it. If you love that soft feel, a splash of clear white vinegar in the softener drawer does the same job for pennies, no smell once it's dry. We broke down the whole aisle, the best cruelty-free picks, the prices and what to skip, in our full deep dive. Check it out on our page. Got a fabric softener swap you swear by? Drop it below. #sustainableswaps #ecoswaps #laundry #plasticfreeswaps #madegood