If you’re considering replacing your white clothes due to yellowish stains and marks, hold off—you can restore their whiteness naturally without resorting to harsh chemicals. Here’s how to effectively lighten them using tried-and-true methods that are gentle on fabrics and safe for your health.
Natural Tips to Lighten Your White Clothes
1. Lemon Juice and Salt
Harness the natural acids in lemon and the whitening power of salt to rejuvenate your favorite white fabrics, especially effective against stubborn stains like those from perspiration.
Instructions:
- Mix 3 tablespoons of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to form a paste.
- Apply the paste to yellow stains and leave it for 30 minutes.
- If needed, use Marseille soap before rinsing with lukewarm water and air drying.
2. Lemon Zest and Apple Cider Vinegar
Utilize the natural oils in apple cider vinegar and the organic acids in lemon zest to brighten white clothes effectively.
Instructions:
- Boil 750 ml of water and add the zest of 2 lemons.
- Let the solution steep for a few minutes, then add 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar.
- Soak the clothes in this mixture for 1 hour, then rinse and air dry.
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