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I’m a cleaning expert & you’re definitely using too much fabric conditioner – it could why your clothes still smell

Published on March 31, 2025 at 08:49 PM

A CLEANING expert has revealed that you don’t need anywhere near as much fabric conditioner as you might be using.

Ann Russell explained that not being aware of how much you should use could be the reason your clothes still smell after washing them.

Close-up of a woman talking, warning against using too much fabric softener. — Ann is a cleaning expert and have has revealed how much fabric conditioner we should be using

Sharing a video on her TikTok page @annrussell03, she revealed that there are three levels when it comes to adding fabric conditioner.

Ann explained that, over time, fabric conditioner has become more concentrated, which is why if you use too much, “after a while, your clothes will not smell very good.”

She explained that they will “feel greasy and floppy because it acts like a scented wax.”

Ann clarified this by saying that it effectively puts a wax over all the fibres in your clothes “and it stops them sticking together,” explaining that it is like a moisturiser for clothes, and over time, it builds up.

Speaking to her 2.8 million TikTok followers, she said: “That can be why you open your drawers and your clothes don't smell great; they feel floppy and odd.”

Ann explained that those who use fabric softener should only use the first level in their conditioner drawer; otherwise, it will build up and not smell great.

Her video has gained 1 million views, with over 720 people rushing to the comments section to share their thoughts.

One wrote: “The wax effect is the exact same reason why you shouldn't use fabric softener with towels and tea towels.”

“Can't absorb water if it's sealed with a protective layer, similar to sports clothes.”

A second added: “I water mine down by 50 per cent because I can't control myself when I pour it in!”

A third said: “I've stopped using fabric softener because I've learned it's a scam.

“If you use laundry detergent correctly, your clothes will be soft.”

A fourth asked: “How do I get rid of the built-up stuff on clothes making it smell?”;

To which Ann replied: “Just wash with very minimal detergent and nothing else.”;

Pouring fabric softener into a washing machine dispenser. — Ann explained the three different levels there are

Experts reveal how often you should be washing your dressing down

IT turns out that we aren’t washing our dressing gowns enough.

Prepare to be shocked, as experts at Boux Avenue revealed how often we should be washing our dressing gowns – and it’s much less than many of us are likely doing.

According to those at underwear chainBoux Avenue, your dressing gown actually needs washing after just four wears – yes, you heard that correctly.

But it’s not just to ensure that your loungewear stays smelling fresh, it is to avoid bacteria growing inside too.

The lingerie experts said: “Did you know that your dressing gown actually needs washing after 4 wears.

We know this may shock you, most of us are guilty of wearing them for a lot longer.

“One of the main reasons to wash your dressing gowns more often, is for hygiene reasons – any more and you risk allowing bacteria to grow on it. No thank you!”;