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Video: How to Make Liquid Fabric Softener
Things You'll Need
12 oz. of hair conditioner (any brand or scent will work)
1 1/2 cups of distilled white vinegar
3 cups of warm water
20 drops of lavender essential oil (optional)
Airtight container
Large bowl
Whisk
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1. Pour hair conditioner in a bowl
You can use a non-scented conditioner or any scented conditioner for this step.
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2. Add the liquid ingredients
Add the vinegar and water to the bowl.
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3. Add the essential oil
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Add 20 drops of lavender essential oil.
You can leave this step out or add a different scent if you like. This step is purely scent related.
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4. Whisk the ingredients
Whisk the mixture until fully combined and add to an airtight container to store.
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How to Use the Homemade Liquid Fabric Softener
Use 1/4 cup of your homemade liquid fabric softener per load of laundry. This liquid fabric softener is safe for HE washers, too!
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