Fabric softener is notoriously divisive. In fact, when we interviewed Rich Handel, a test project leader at Consumer Reports who specializes in laundry, about the things he would never do as a laundry ...

13:36, Wed, Oct 8, 2025 Updated: 13:43, Wed, Oct 8, 2025 It’s something most people use with every wash, but according to fashion experts, fabric softener can actually damage your clothes and 'does ...

When we interviewed Rich Handel, a test project leader at Consumer Reports who specializes in laundry, about the things he would never do as a laundry expert, his number one tip was ditching fabric ...

Consumer Reports offers tips on how to make your clothes soft and nice-smelling from your washing machine (without the gross residue) If you want to make your clothes soft, skip the fabric softener ...