So, we turned to one of our favorite fabric care experts to learn some trade secrets.
Linen is one fabric that particularly benefits fromfabric softener, since this laundry additive conditions and softens clothing fibers.
Wang notes that when you condition the fibers in linen, it’s less likely to hold creases.
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Fabric softener will also help the linen fabric stay flexible and accumulate fewer wrinkles throughout the day.
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In a similar vein, don’t let your linen clothes sit in the dryer after the cycle ends.
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Wang says letting linen clothes cool in the dryer will allow the wrinkles set in.
“Avoid packing hanging items too tightly in the closet,” Wang says.
When Wang sports linen clothing, she tries to stay extra aware of how she is sitting.
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If you’re out, a wrinkle-release spray is a handy tool.
Simply spray it on the creases and tug the material straight.
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