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 if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

Bleach is useful for keeping your clothes looking fresh and bright. It can also be bad news for your favorite shirt if you don’t know what you’re doing. If you aren’t used to it, using bleach may be a ...

Until recently bleaching laundry seemed pretty straightforward: white towels, bed linens, and cotton clothing were a no-brainer. As for anything else, well, that's what garment care labels are for.

Bleach whitens and sanitizes but should be used with care and not on delicate fabrics like wool or silk. Baking soda is a gentler alternative that deodorizes, lifts stains, boosts detergent, and ...

It is unclear how long SARS-CoV-2 viruses can stay on clothes. Washing clothes above 70°C (158°F) and using household disinfectants may help disinfect fabrics. COVID-19 is the disease that the virus ...