5 Good Reasons To Use Dryer Balls Instead Of Dryer Sheets (Page 3 ) | March 18, 2024

5. They’re Free Of Chemicals And Irritants

A set of 100% wool dryer balls doesn’t contain any complicated ingredients or anything that could potentially irritate sensitive skin. But if you miss the fragrance element of traditional dryer sheets of fabric softeners, you don’t have to give it up completely!

I like to add a few drops of Freshly Washed (a fresh and sunny blend of essential oils that’s ideal for laundry applications) to each of my dryer balls before I put them in with my damp laundry. I much prefer the light and natural fragrance from this method to the overwhelming scent that many fabric softeners leave behind!

Soak Your Dryer Balls To Reduce Static

• The chemical softeners in dryer sheets that coat fabrics don’t just make them feel softer—they also help prevent static from forming. Because of this, some people some people may notice an increase in static buildup in their dryer after making the switch from dryer sheets.
• Personally, I have not noticed more static since I started using dryer balls in my own dryer. But with that said, I do have a suggestion that will help those of you who are experiencing more static!
• Before putting your dryer balls into your dryer with a load of damp laundry, soak a few of the balls under running water while squeezing them lightly to ensure they’re fully saturated (but not dripping wet.)
• Once you get them in the dryer, the water will start to evaporate, keeping your dryer more humid and helping to prevent static buildup.
• Saturating the wool thoroughly will help ensure that the effect lasts throughout the entire drying cycle.

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