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Cleaning clothes from smoke damage and soot can be tricky. Smoke and soot particles embed themselves deep into fabric fibers, leading to stubborn odors and potential skin irritation. Follow these tips ...

Activewear wicks away moisture and odor from the body — and then holds onto it while it festers in a pile on top of the washing machine. Here’s the best way to get that stink out on laundry day → If ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Hand-washing is for more than just delicate fabrics — it's a gentle alternative to machine-washing and a ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series, FYI, where we have experts explain topics like how often should you wash ...

If you haven’t seen me on the CBS News “Sunday Morning” show, Instagram, or TikTok, you may have missed my best laundry advice. I’m Rich Handel, and I’ve been at Consumer Reports for more than two ...

In response to a reader who has noticed more and more dry-clean-only labels on clothing, our critic explains why they are increasing and how to properly wash clothes. By Vanessa Friedman I love ...