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This helps open up the fibres allowing them to absorb the detergent, and release it afterwards."}],"hard_water_mineral_control":[{"url":"https://sudsandsteam.com/why-some-biodegradable-detergents-fail-in-hard-water-conditions-on-cotton/","quote":"Repeated laundering in hard water causes buildup that reduces absorbency by up to 50%, especially in towels."},{"url":"https://sudsandsteam.com/why-some-biodegradable-detergents-fail-in-hard-water-conditions-on-cotton/","quote":"You can fix this by adding 1 tablespoon of citric acid per load-it chelates minerals naturally and prevents soap scum."}],"fabric_softener_substitution":[{"url":"https://ottoloom.co.nz/pages/care-instructions-organic-cotton","quote":"Avoid fabric softeners, as they reduce the natural absorbency by coating the fibres in chemicals."},{"url":"https://www.organicnest.com.au/blogs/journal1/how-often-should-you-wash-towels-organic-towel-care","quote":"Avoid fabric softeners and instead use ½ cup of white vinegar to the fabric softener compartment for fluffy & soft towels"}],"full_air_drying_between_uses":[{"url":"https://www.organicnest.com.au/blogs/journal1/how-often-should-you-wash-towels-organic-towel-care","quote":"Hang towels fully open on a towel rail so air can circulate and towels dry properly."},{"url":"https://www.organicnest.com.au/blogs/journal1/how-often-should-you-wash-towels-organic-towel-care","quote":"Most hygiene experts recommend washing bath towels after about three uses, which usually means every two to three days if the towel is used daily."}]},"entry_sources":{"full_machine_load":["https://www.greenfibres.com/blog/post/how-to-keep-your-towels-softer-for-longer-sustainably-no-tumble-dryers-required"],"low_heat_tumble_dry":["https://ottoloom.co.nz/pages/care-instructions-organic-cotton"],"24_hour_cold_water_soak":["https://ottoloom.co.nz/pages/care-instructions-organic-cotton"],"vinegar_stain_treatment":["https://ottoloom.co.nz/pages/care-instructions-organic-cotton"],"30_40_c_wash_temperature":["https://ottoloom.co.nz/pages/care-instructions-organic-cotton"],"pre_and_post_wash_shaking":["https://www.greenfibres.com/blog/post/how-to-keep-your-towels-softer-for-longer-sustainably-no-tumble-dryers-required"],"hard_water_mineral_control":["https://sudsandsteam.com/why-some-biodegradable-detergents-fail-in-hard-water-conditions-on-cotton/"],"fabric_softener_substitution":["https://ottoloom.co.nz/pages/care-instructions-organic-cotton","https://www.organicnest.com.au/blogs/journal1/how-often-should-you-wash-towels-organic-towel-care"],"full_air_drying_between_uses":["https://www.organicnest.com.au/blogs/journal1/how-often-should-you-wash-towels-organic-towel-care"]}},"competitive_value_organic_towel":{"title":"How this towel compares to similarly priced organic options","entries":{"avocado_organic_towel_89_usd":"Premium GOTS-certified organic bath towels can cost $89 each (Avocado), meaning the 10 CAD entry point for this collection—less than one-tenth of that price—creates a low-stakes way to experience organic cotton textiles without the usual investment.","m_s_pure_cotton_leaves_towel_non_organic":"M&S's non-organic cotton leaf towel, also with a tactile pattern and 550 GSM, sells for £5.85–£7.50 (≈10–13 CAD), so the Simons organic leaves collection starts at essentially the same price and carries no detectable organic surcharge."},"entry_quotes":{"avocado_organic_towel_89_usd":[{"url":"https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/organic-towels/","quote":"Standard Towel Price | $89"},{"url":"https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/organic-towels/","quote":"100% GOTS Certified organic cotton"}],"m_s_pure_cotton_leaves_towel_non_organic":[{"url":"https://www.marksandspencer.com/pure-cotton-leaves-towel/p/hbp60646363","quote":"£5.85 - 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