Towels are more than just a bathroom essential; they are a daily luxury we all enjoy. The soft touch of a plus towel can elevate your post-shower routine or enhance the comfort of a relaxing bath. Keeping your towels in top-notch condition with proper care is crucial to maintaining your towels in their most luxurious state. Whether you have indulged in luxurious bamboo towels or classic cotton towels, we have put together a comprehensive guide to maintain your towel's quality and softness for many, many years to come.

Bamboo Towels:
Bamboo Towels are known for their exceptional absorbency, softness, and eco-friendly nature. Here is how to keep your Bamboo Towels in pristine condition:

• Washing Powder/Liquid Selection: Opt for a washing powder or liquid that doesn’t contain any optical brightening agents. While these agents work wonders on whites, they can fade certain shades in Bamboo Towels and are one of the leading causes of discolouration in towels. We suggest using Percil Sensitive Washing Powder, as we have found this to be the best quality for your towels.
• Dissolving Detergent: Ensure your washing detergent is fully dissolved before adding the towels to the water. This prevents any concentrated detergent from affecting the fabric and ends up with discoloured blotches on your towels.
• Fabric Softener: Avoid using fabric softener as it can reduce the absorbency and even in some cases make the towels water-repellent. While fabric softener can be great for some fabrics, by not using it on Bamboo Towels they will retain their softness and effectiveness.
• Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Steer clear of cosmetics or household cleaners containing chlorine. Bleach can permanently remove the colour from your Bamboo Towels.
• Drying: We suggest line drying your towels and finishing them off in the dryer on a low to medium heat setting to ensure they stay fluffy and soft.
• Snagged Loops: As Bamboo Towels are woven, a pulled loop won’t unravel the entire towel. If you encounter a snag, simply trim it off with sharp scissors and your towel will be as good as new again.

Cotton Towels:
Cotton Towels as a classic choice for the bathroom, these towels offer both durability and comfort. Follow these steps to maintain your Cotton Towels' quality:

• Washing Instructions: Opt for a gentle machine wash at a temperature up to 40ºC. This temperature is effective in both cleaning the towels as well as keeping the quality of the fabric the same.
• Washing Powder/Liquid Selection: Similar to Bamboo Towels, avoid washing powders or liquids containing fabric softeners or optical brightening agents. These can impact the towel's appearance and softness. We suggest Percil Sensitive Washing Powders, as we have found it to be the best quality for towels.
• Drying: We suggest line drying your towels and finishing them off in the dryer on a low to medium heat setting to ensure they stay fluffy and soft. Excessive heat can damage the fabric and cause shrinkage, so ensure if you’re putting them in the dryer that it is not on a high heat setting.

Causes of discoloured spots on towels after washing:
Discoloured spots on your towels can be a perplexing issue, and understanding the underlying causes can help in preventing these spots altogether.

• Washing Powder/Liquid Residue: Insufficient dissolving or using an excessive amount of washing detergent can leave behind residues on the towels. These residues can build up over time and can cause spots and patches that make the towels appear faded or discoloured when they come out of the wash. This can be avoided by ensuring the detergent is dissolved in the water before adding the towels, as well as using the right amount of detergent as per the manufacturer's recommendations. Doing this can prevent residue buildup and ensure your towels are all the same colour with no spots or patches of discolouration.
• Chemical Interactions: Contact with chlorine-based products or bleach can lead to chemical reactions with the dyes in towels. Chlorine and bleach both have strong oxidising properties which can strip or alter the colour pigments in the fabric, causing permanent discolouration of your towels.
• Makeup and Skincare Residues: Products like foundation, self-tanners, skincare treatment and whitening toothpaste contain ingredients that can transfer onto towels when in contact with each other. Many of these products contain pigments, dyes, or active ingredients that may not completely wash out during washing. These residues can cling to the fabric fibres in the towel and can cause discolouration. To minimise transfer, avoid direct contact between freshly applied skincare or makeup and your towels. Pat your skin dry gently or use a separate cloth designed for removing makeup to reduce product transfer onto towels. Pre-treating stained areas before washing might also help remove these residues effectively.
• Hard Wash Deposits: Hard water contains high mineral content, such as calcium and magnesium. When towels repeatedly come into contact with hard water, these minerals can deposit on the fabric. Over time, these mineral deposits can lead to faded or discoloured areas on the towels, this can be especially visible after washing. Using a water softener or vinegar during the wash cycle can help mitigate the impact of hard water. Additionally, regular cleaning of the washing machine can prevent mineral buildup, ensuring cleaner rinses for your towels.

Maintaining the quality of your towels involves choosing the right products and handling them with care. By adopting proper washing practices, such as using suitable detergents, avoiding harsh chemicals, managing water quality and following manufacturer guidelines, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of decoloured spots on your towels and extend the lifespan of your towels, ensuring they remain soft, vibrant, and luxurious for years to come.

At Baksana, we believe in not just offering premium towels but also guiding our customers on how to care for their cherished items. Whether bamboo or cotton, your towels deserve the best care to retain their quality and softness, elevating your daily experiences.