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Introduction:
Yellowed clothes can make even the freshest outfits look tired and old. While chlorine bleach is effective, it can also weaken fabrics and cause skin irritation. Luckily, several natural, gentle methods can restore your clothes' bright whites without any harsh chemicals. Here are five easy, homemade hacks to whiten your clothes safely and effectively!
Ingredients (What You’ll Need):
Baking soda
White vinegar
Hydrogen peroxide (3%)
Lemon juice
Salt
Warm water
A large basin or washing machine
How to Make:
1. Baking Soda Soak
Add 1/2 cup of baking soda to a basin of warm water.
Soak your yellowed clothes for at least an hour before washing as usual.
Baking soda naturally lifts stains and brightens fabric.
2. Vinegar and Water Wash
Mix 1 part white vinegar with 3 parts water.
Soak clothes for 30–60 minutes, then launder normally.
Vinegar neutralizes odors and gently whitens fabrics.
3. Hydrogen Peroxide Boost
Add 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide to your laundry load.
It acts as a natural bleach, safely lifting yellowing without damaging fibers.
4. Lemon Juice Sunshine Soak
Mix 1/2 cup lemon juice with a basin of warm water.
Soak clothes for an hour, then lay them out in the sun to dry.
The combination of lemon and sunlight naturally whitens and refreshes.
5. Salt Scrub Pre-Treatment
Make a thick paste of salt and water.
Rub it gently on yellow stains before washing.
Salt helps to break down stubborn discoloration.
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