You can find whitening products in supermarkets that promise the earth, but they are often full of chemical agents, irritants or allergens. Baking soda, on the other hand, is 100% natural , biodegradable and harmless to the skin or the environment.
It’s a bit like choosing a good old grandmother’s recipe over a ready-made industrial meal: healthier, simpler, and often more effective!
Multiple benefits for the whole house
In addition to whitening laundry, bicarbonate acts as:
- Natural deodorizer : no more musty or sweaty odors on your clothes.
- Anti-limescale : it softens the water and protects your washing machine.
- Eco-friendly cleaner : helps maintain your drum and ducts.
It’s a real toolbox of powder! And all this for just a few cents per wash.
Some tips for optimal results
- Wash at a minimum of 40°C to activate the properties of the bicarbonate.
- Do not overload your drum: the water must circulate properly around the fibers.
- If you have a well or very hard water, double the dose occasionally.
In summary: a simple step for sparkling laundry
Sometimes all it takes is a small change to transform your routine. Add a tablespoon of baking soda to your washing machine and your laundry will be whiter, effortlessly, without chemicals, and without breaking the bank.
Which proves that the best solutions are often the simplest – and the closest to us!
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