How Often Should I Change My Bath Towels?
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Frequent Changing Is More Hygienic
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The average person loses approximately 1 million skin cells per hour, according to Medical News Today. Damp towels, that are folded and left in a damp bathroom, can't dry properly and become host to dead skin cells and the bacteria associated with them. Staphylococcus aureus, normally occurring on the skin of one out of two people, can transfer to the towel and infect open wounds.
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Changing Less Often Saves Cost
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Washing towels after each use, or every couple of uses, can result in excessive wear. The fibers will weaken and the colors may fade. Energy,water and soap are expended each time you wash towels increasing household costs and costs to the environment.
Bottom Line
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Hang towels, flat, not folded, after each use to air dry. Change bath towels after three uses, according to Medical News Today. Launder towels with soap and water at a temperature of no less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
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