If you notice a build - up of residue on your diapers or your diapers are not as absorbent AND YOU HAVE NOT been using fabric softener sheets in the dryer or any detergent with
fabric softeners built - in, temporarily cease your use of vinegar.
To remove
fabric softener build - up from diaper (and towels), use the hottest wash water recommended for your diapers, along with a clean rinsing, scent free detergent (Tide, All, and Purex are all fine, but Charlie's Soap and Rockin» Green are great if you can afford them) and 1/2 a cup (150 grams) of baking soda.
You can't use fabric softeners on cloth diapers and you can't even use them in the dryer with regular clothes because
the fabric softeners build up in the machine.
Not exact matches
It removes any residue that
builds up in the washing machine, it's great for helping towels to become fluffy and absorbent (
fabric softener should never be used on towels), it doesn't leave a chemical residue on your clothes and towels which touch your skin, it's a cheap alternative to traditional
fabric softeners, and it won't make your clothes smell like anything.
This usually occurs from heavy detergent
build - up or
fabric softener sheets are mixed in with your diapers.
Cleanse detergent
build - up - Detergents,
fabric softeners and more can
build up a residue in cloth diapers over time causing them to be less absorbent.
Detergents,
fabric softeners and other things in wash water can
build up in cloth diapers over time, and the buildup can reduce cloth diaper absorbency.
Fabric softeners and some mainstream rash creams are not cloth diaper safe and can
build up on your diapers causing them to repel.
You may not have enough absorbency, the diaper may be full and ready to be changed, they may not fit your child properly, you may have mineral / detergent
build up, or you may have buildup from diaper creams or
fabric softeners.
Basically, you need to keep away from regular diaper creams and any
fabric softeners, as they will cause
build up and eventually lead to diapers that stink even when clean.
Fabric softeners Laundry detergents Soaps (bar and liquid) Dishwashing detergents Bleach and bleach powders Air fresheners and deodorizers (in
buildings, cars, etc.) Disinfectant sprays Pesticides Candles, potpourris Tissues and toilet paper Plastic bags, trash and kitchen Diapers Clothing and
fabrics Toys, books Hair products Cosmetics Hand and body lotions Bath powders and oils Deodorants and anti-perspirants Shaving creams and after shaves Essential oils Perfumes and colognes Nail polish and polish remover Advertising materials Scented papers Marking pens Food additives Etc...