COTTON CARE: KEEPING WHITE PIECES BRIGHT
Poetica founder and garment care expert, Tess Albrecht-Schmitz, shares tips for supreme cotton care with Merlette.
Gentleness is key
When you can, gently hand wash your cotton pieces — or you can use the delicate cycle on your washer.
Pre-soak if possible
Ten minutes before you start a wash, pop the garment in a little cool water, add some delicate wash or even distilled white vinegar, and let it soak to dislodge any molecules that can cause yellowing over time.”
Cool water, not hot
Always use cool water when you’re washing cotton. It's a myth that you need hot water to effectively clean a piece.
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