You’ve just finished an intense workout, and you’re more than ready to hit the shower. As you pull back the curtain and grab a towel off the rack, though, something catches your eye: a thin layer of mold growing on top of one of your towels. What are you supposed to do now?
How Often Should You Wash Your Towels?
How often you should wash your towels depends on how often you use them. If you don't use them regularly, they should be washed every 3-4 days. If you use them every day, they should be washed every 1-2 days.
This will keep your towels from getting too smelly or dingy and begin to smell like mildew if left alone for too long in the washing machine (or worse--the dryer!).
Can I Reuse A Towel After One Use?
Yes, you can. But not for long.
After a few uses, your towel will start to smell like the last thing you used it for--be it sweat, makeup or body lotion. This is not healthy for your skin and can lead to irritation if you keep using it in this condition.
Additionally, bacteria from other people's towels could be transferred onto yours when they touch or use the same one as you did previously (and vice versa).
How Often Should You Change Your Towels?
The answer to this question depends on how often you use the towel. The more frequently it's used, the more quickly it will need to be replaced. If you only use a towel once or twice per week, for example, then there's no need to replace it every month (unless it becomes visibly worn)
What If You Don’t Wash Towels?
If you don't wash your towels, they can get dirty
Towels are made of cotton or synthetic fibers that attract dirt and bacteria over time. And if you don't wash them regularly, they'll start smelling bad.
Conclusion
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