What is the point of dryer sheets?

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asked Dec 7, 2023 in laundry/Cleaning by Homebody436 (4,480 points)
What is the point of dryer sheets?

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answered Jun 5, 2024 by TAnderson (22,170 points)
The point of dryer sheets is to reduce static buildup on the laundry and add scents to the laundry and make the laundry feel softer to the touch.

A key benefit of dryer sheets is the ingredients in the dryer sheets help to combat and neutralize and fight effects of built up static in most fabrics.

Dryer sheets are not usually needed.

Static is going to be caused by friction, so if you're over-drying your clothes, you're going to get extra friction between your already-dried clothes.”

The dryer sheets do more than simply make your laundry smell nice.

They can also help eliminate static electricity, reduce wrinkling, and help your garments and linens feel softer.

Fabric softener doesn't have all the problems that dryer sheets have.

As long as you use the right amount, clothes should come out soft and static-free.

Also, most brands don't affect absorbency or wicking.

Dryer balls can also be a better option than dryer sheets for people with sensitive skin.

Dryer balls are generally a better option for those with sensitive skin, as they don't contain the chemicals or fragrances often found in dryer sheets that can potentially irritate sensitive skin, "making them a hypoallergenic choice for laundry care."

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