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DIY Remedy with Bay Leaf and Baking Soda to Recover Faded Laundry
Have your favorite clothes lost their color and vibrancy over time? That once-bright shirt now looks dull, and your dark jeans are more grey than black? Don’t worry — there’s a simple, natural, and budget-friendly solution hiding in your pantry: bay leaf and baking soda!
This unexpected duo isn’t just for soups and scrubbing sinks. When used together, bay leaf and baking soda form a powerful DIY laundry booster that can help restore color, revive brightness, and freshen up your tired-looking garments — all without harsh chemicals.
Let’s break down how it works and how to use this trick at home.
Why Bay Leaf and Baking Soda?
Bay Leaf
Bay leaf has mild natural cleansing properties and has long been used in traditional remedies — even for fabric care! In laundry, bay leaf is said to help:
- Prevent fabric fading
- Brighten dull colors
- Keep laundry smelling fresh with its light, herbal aroma
Baking Soda
Baking soda is a household staple and a natural deodorizer. In laundry, it:
- Neutralizes odors
- Softens water (making detergents more effective)
- Lifts residue and mineral buildup that can cause fabric to look dingy
Together, these two ingredients form a gentle but effective color-refreshing treatment that works wonders — especially on darks and brights that have lost their glow.
DIY Remedy: How to Use Bay Leaf and Baking Soda for Faded Laundry
Ingredients:
- 4–5 dried bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- A large pot of water
- Your faded clothes (preferably dark or colored cottons)
Instructions:
- Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring about 4–5 liters (1 gallon) of water to a boil. - Add the Bay Leaves & Baking Soda
Once the water reaches a boil, add your bay leaves and baking soda. Stir gently and let the mixture simmer for 3–5 minutes. - Turn Off the Heat
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