How to properly wash second-hand children's clothes: useful tips for kids' health
Wearing second-hand clothes is no longer considered a shame, but rather a trend, as second-hand stores are becoming more and more popular every year. People buy clothes there not only for adults but also for children. However, not every mother knows how to wash children's clothes after purchase and whether it is necessary. SSPDaily tells you how to properly treat clothes.
Is it necessary to treat things
Pediatricians say that washing children's clothes after buying them in a second-hand store is mandatory, as all clothes there undergo a special disinfection process. Formaldehyde, a hazardous substance used to kill bacteria, can cause skin irritation, rashes, itching, and allergies.
How to remove the unpleasant odor of second-hand clothes
- Fill a basin with 5 liters of warm water.
- Add 50 ml of medical ammonia.
- Soak the clothes in the solution for 1-2 hours.
- Take out the clothes, rinse them thoroughly and let them dry completely.
- Wash the clothes in a washing machine with a special detergent.
Alternatively, hand washing with laundry soap is an additional method of cleaning. Rinse the clothes in a solution made from 1 tablespoon of grated soap per 5 liters of water. After that, rinse the items several times under running water to remove soap residue.
