DIY Fabric Softener

Homemade fabric softener on a laundry folding table with towels and dryer balls next to it.

Homemade fabric softener is easy to make, cost-effective, and sustainable. Made with natural ingredients, this fabric softener leaves clothes fresh, soft and with a lasting scent.

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Project Type Laundry

Category Cleaning Products

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Yield 8 loads

Equipment

Mason jar

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable glycerin
10-15 drops essential oils

Instructions

Combine water, vinegar and vegetable glycerin in the mason jar. Stir well. (an old laundry soap jug works well too)
Add essential oils to the mixture, secure the top and shake well.
Add 1/4 cup per load. If your washing machine doesn't have a separate compartment for fabric softener, add it to the last rinse cycle.

Notes

This recipe will keep for at least 2-4 weeks when stored in an airtight container.

Keyword fabric softener recipe, natural fabric softener

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