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Yeah this looks like moderate/severe eczema. Basically looks like my skin when I was a kid.

1. Food allergy testing. People with eczema have overactive immune systems, and the odds are good there is a food allergy issue as well. Better to know sooner rather than later.
   
   
2. Absolutely remove any scented detergents, soaps, perfumes, etc from her life to the extent you can. No fabric softener/dry sheets. Get some wool dryer balls to use as a way to soften fabrics instead of using residue-leaving sheets. No perfume or makeup. Scent free sunscreen.
   
   
3. She needs a steroid cream. There are several formulations (lotion, cream, ointment) and several strengths (typically from 0.05% to 0.25%). You need to find a dermatologist who actually cares enough to prescribe her one. This is a very routine treatment and shouldn't actually be causing you difficulty to find. So I'm very sorry for you and your daughter that this has been difficult so far. Steroid creams can be harmful with intense and long term use, but they will dramatically help flare ups get under control. And, luckily, less dangerous drugs are literally coming onto the market next year (Dupilumab and others).
   
   
4. House cleanliness. She may be having issues from dust, pet dander, mold, etc as well. Regular and intensive vacuuming and dusting and cleaning bed linens is critical.
   
   
5. Lotions need to be scent free and actually moisturizing. Some good ones to try other than the Cerave: Cetaphil, Aveeno (once you've ruled out oat allergy), Avene, and Aquaphor. Some of these brands make eczema-specific formulations that are worth a shot as well.
   
   
6. No more hot showers and lower the frequency of showering as much as you can.
   
   
7. Some home remedies that can help: bleach baths (google to make sure you've got the right ratios), oatmeal baths (you can buy packets of it on Amazon or in drug stores)
   
   
8. Education. Eczema has been called "the scratch that makes the itch." What this means is that sometimes an errant scratch is all it takes to set off an intense event of itchiness that makes you go crazy until you've ripped your skin open. She has to learn to try to resist the itching, because the more you scratch, the more you itch. It's so hard when you're a kid. But my mom would do things like putting gloves or socks on my hands at night to try to help. Benadryl, Zyrtec or other antihistamines may help as well.
   
   If you were doing things a few years ago that made it not as bad, start doing them again. Eczema is sometimes a lifelong affliction (my situation). It's a constant battle against the immune system, so you can't give up things that made a difference
   
   

First: Dryer Sheets aren't even good for clothing! Anything with fabric softener just coats your clothing with a "soft", scented slime, similar to harsh surfactants, it's a "feel good while actually ruining your world" kind of thing.

& on that note... using cheap shampoos (like baby wash) as brush cleaner.

Cinema Secrets has hands down the best brush cleaner you could ever use, Jojoba Oil is perfect for cleaning off highly pigmented/waterproof anything (ladies that use Dip Brow), and even using my shave soap from the Strop Shoppe (~20/cake-I use it on my Beauty Blender and its way bigger than the Solid cake) is way better! All these alternatives actually save money in the end because you won't need to replace brushes and they all last a good while.

Edit: An alternative to fabric softener dryer sheets are reusable ones found here. I know some ladies like to use them to take away static cling from their hair... for the love of beauty, stop using fabric softener on anything!

I like the reusable dryer balls! They work great and look really cute. You kind find them here. I also saw these on Shark Tank and I have heard they work wonderfully! They are both great when you consider how many loads of laundry the average family does each year.

Thanks for thinking of this; I know we all love to help the planet when we can! : )

I know this may seem odd, but apparently quite a few people don't know how to do laundry correctly. Here are some pointers for you.

Washing:

• Turn the washer on and let it fill to about 1/4 of the way.
  
• Add detergent and swirl it around with your hand or a piece of clothing. This will help to mix up the water and detergent to get a much better clean. Too many times have I seen people add all their clothes then water then detergent or some other way that isn't correct.
  
• Then add your clothes. Adding clothes should be the last step for washing.
  
• If adding bleach, add it to the little slot that says "bleach". Don't just pour it into the water. There is a reason why there is a special slot for it. When adding bleach right away to the water, you lose some of the bleaching power because bleach breaks down in warm water. IIRC this little bleach slot sends the bleach to the bottom and releases it at certain time during the laundry load. ( I guess it depends on what washer though, so YMMV)
  
  Drying:
  
  
• Get These Dryer Balls and the lavender scent if you want.
  
• When removing your clothes from the washer into the dryer, take the extra few seconds and flap the wet clothes. What I mean by that is, after the wash cycle is done, all your clothes are bunched up into a tight mess due to the spin cycle. When you toss them in your dryer, you should feather them. This helps lower the dry time.
  
• Clean the lint trap! Drying time can be reduced if too much build up occurs. Also it's a fire hazard and gross. It's usually the little slide out filter thing on the bottom of where the door is.
  
• Once a year check the exhaust duct as well. This is the silver shiny hose coming from the back of your dryer. It can also build up stuff that passes the lint trap filter. I say once a year, but I think you can let it go for a few years without much worry. I just like my things to last so I clean it every year and inspect it.
  
  Pro-Tips:
  
  
• Don't let your clothes sit in the washer for days. Depending on your water type can determine how long you can leave your clothes sit in the washer after they are done. I try not to leave mine in for more than a few hours, but I know sometimes you can forget about them. This is typically where that musty smell will come from. Even though you just washed your clothes, if you let them sit in the washer for a few days, they become damp and rank. When you dry them, the smell is baked into the clothes. Then you gotta rewash them to get the smell out. And trust me, there aren't many girls/guys that like a dank musty mold smell if you're trying to attract a mate. Also, you're friends will be like "damn, that dude smell like a mushroom".
  
  I've cut my drying time in half for a full load of work clothes by doing this (yay for saving on my electric bill!). The Dryer Balls help to air out the clothes and move them about in the dryer. Also, they don't ruin your towels and clothes. I'm no animal activist, but if you look up info about dryer sheets, most are made with animal fat and chemicals. Over time, this is what can cause your towels to not be so absorbent. I have actually conducted a test with this, and so far so good. New towels (a year old) are still very plush and absorbent vs. the older towels I used dryer sheets with. There is plenty of info about this though, so don't just take my word for it (cue LeVar Burton)
  
  I can't format this apparently and am stupid for such reasons. :(

This is one of my favorite laundry products. This keep whites from looking dingy and yellow.

I tend to wash my whites first thing in the morning, and use an extra rinse cycle to get the bleach smell out. Because this heavier load takes longer to dry I then wash delicate items next that take little time to wash and can be drip dried (like your unmentionables).

I really like using a combination of those new Snuggle scent packs and use a drier sheet to cut down on static.

Have a retractable clothesline in my bathroom in the tub area that allows me to dry my skirts and lightweight tops with ease.

Have gotten my savages into the habit of sorting their clothes and making sure they are not inside out. This saves a lot of time. I have two hampers in the washroom for this. In their room each of my boys has a mesh bag for their whites so I can wash their whites together, but keep their items separate. Not having to battle piles of socks makes life easier, once dry the bag of whites goes to their bed to get folded and put away.

If you have space keep hangers by the dryer. This gets you in the habit of hanging up wrinkle prone clothes instead of letting them sit in a pile. It is also a lot easier to get help putting clothes away since they're already hung up.

Hope those suggestions help.

excited for the bomb? your bomb list looks pretty good!

also my guess is that your favorite animal is a platypus.

$10 thing from your list- because these socks are adorable!

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Thanks OP! Something I haven't seen mentioned here yet: wool dryer balls, for those who can't or don't wish to use dryer sheets. These were the first result from Amazon.com but I would imagine they are easily found at Target, Walmart, etc.

My mom switched from dryer sheets to wool balls a couple years ago and sings their praises to anyone who will listen. For her it was less of a clothing care/skin sensitivity issue than a cost-effectiveness/chemical-elimination one. A household of 2-3 could easily get by with a set of 4, using 2 per load and rotating them. Anyone who misses fragranced dryer sheets could scent the wool balls with a few drops of essential oil (let it absorb for a day or two so your clothes don't end up with oil stains cooked into them).

Just a thought! What a great thread :)

Simple Green is the best. Honestly if you're dealing with just the smell now, hang em to air out for a few days and wear them. I have a few work shirts that have smelt very ripe and required a few wears and washes to completely go away (but they were usually still accompanied with the stain). Others have already mentioned it but fast orange is great if you end up doing a follow up wash.

Semi related, we had some hand towels that smelt funky so i soaked them in hot water and this: https://www.amazon.com/Mrs-Meyers-Clean-Day-Detergent/dp/B00CRATSRC and then washed them, again using this detergent. I find the fragrance to be strong, but it took care of the smell. Full disclosure though, I really hate the smell of lemon so to me its more noticeable. This also seems to smell stronger post wash then their other scents.

Also, as far as the care of your clothing goes, I'd really recommend getting away from store bought detergents and fabric softeners. They're full of chemicals and are harsh on your clothing and hard on your washing machine. I've fallen in love with using soap nuts, distilled white vinegar, and wool dryer balls to do all my laundry.

Soap nuts: http://www.amazon.com/NaturOli-Berries-Seedless-Cleaner-Processed/dp/B001DU4XPY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420238438&sr=8-1&keywords=soap+nuts

Wool dryer balls: http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Eco-friendly-All-Natural-Softener--Great/dp/B00GA9P5P0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420238492&sr=8-1&keywords=wool+dryer+balls

And a great stain remover: http://www.amazon.com/Bi-O-Kleen-Bac-Out-Eliminator-Foaming-Action/dp/B005P0UYDS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1420238539&sr=8-2&keywords=biokleen

Then, I just keep a big container of white vinegar around to use as a fabric softener. If you like you can also add whatever essential oils you like to either the vinegar or onto the dryer balls (or both). Orange oil is my favorite, and I like this bigger bottle: http://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Orange-Sweet-ounce/dp/B0019LPL8A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420238679&sr=8-1&keywords=NOW+orange+oil

I've found this saves money, water, energy, the whole shebang. I also have really sensitive skin, so switching to this way of doing laundry has really benefitted me all around.

• I have a list of add-ons, but this is probably needed more than anything else on that list right now. We just got a new dryer after our 25+ year old dryer up and quit on us almost two weeks ago, and we need this because well...it helps with the horrible static from our clothes when we take them out of our dryer and these make our clothes smell even better than with just our detergent smell! :)
  
  
• Me: "So, what are we going to do today?"
  My husband: "I don't know, fly casual?"
  Me: "Is that like 'flying by the seat of our pants, going with the flow, don't know what we are doing before we do it?'"
  My husband: "Exactly!"
  
  I have an Intro, and have gifted before.
  
  Thank you for the contest! :)

I do two things to help my sheets dry:

1. I check on them at least once to see if they are tangled and I rearrange them
   
2. I use wool dryer balls like these
   
   They help the hot air circulate. Plus they are cute.
   To help with the smells, I add 1 cup of white vinegar to all loads. It will remove odors and make your sheets fluffy. I also only use about 1/3 the soap when I wash with vinegar.
   
   Hope that helps!

Don't use regular 303 Aerospace Protectant on fabric. 303 makes another great product called Fabric Guard (Formally High-Tech Fabric Guard, same product new name) that works fantastically on convertible tops and also repels water like Scotch Guard. However it lasts much longer and also provides UV protection. To clean the top, you can use most regular APC cleaners, or if you want a purpose made product 303 Tonneuau & Convertible Top Cleaner also works very well.

Clothes: 5 gallon buckets and a laundry plunger wand.

Or, if you are going to be driving for a while, this will work well if your shocks aren't the best and the road is bumpy... 5 gallon bucket, add clothes/water/soap/spiky drier ball thingies. Put a lid on the bucket and tighten it, put it in the back. Drive.

When you are done driving, rinse, spot check, wring, and then hang dry.

I have a piece of rope going across the van that I used when doing laundry.

Or you can use a laundry mat but that kind of kills the adventure.

Showering and bathing.

Highly love the solar shower bag by Coleman. You might want to get a pop up shower stand but you can totally bath in your vehicle. A tarp on the floor is helpful.

I took a lot of bucket baths too. Fill a small bucket with soapy water (not tons of soap) and wash up. Then rinse in fresh water. I think that bucket was a gallon bucket.

Wipes are helpful also. When we traveled a lot, some days were crotch and pit wash days since we couldn't shower. It happens. These made that easier for us.

Hi, Yuumegari. I concur with bluequail. Additionally, I've found that it's helpful to make sure your duvet cover is buttoned up before drying. I've also found these things to be enormously helpful. They really work well to shorten drying time and are great as fabric softeners. The bigger ones seem to help with the tangling up of stuff, too.

Also the towel acts to break up wet clothes and allow air to circulate around the clothes. A better tip is to use dryer wool balls like these from Amazon for every load. You can save almost half the drying time and that means saving money too!


Wool Dryer Balls by Smart Sheep 6-Pack, XL Premium Reusable Natural Fabric Softener https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GA9P5P0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uZBuDbWB131A4

Add On items are a pain. I mean, seriously Amazon, just let me order what I want to order. SO ADD ONS. I'm gonna have to point out this stuff that is supposed to make your laundry very smelly good. I'd love to see how well it works. And maybe being all smelly good will help me out in job interviews, eh? LOL

ETA: It will be mine, oh yes, it will be mine.

Downy Unstoppables are AMAZING.

http://www.amazon.com/Downy-Unstopables-Fresh-Scent-Booster/dp/B0052456US

You add them to the drum with the clothes, and it leaves them smelling like... well, like fresh laundry. There are a few different scents, but my husband always notices when I use them. He'll climb into bed and just know that the sheets are clean.

Bonus tip: You can dissolve them in a bit of water in a spray bottle and spray the sheets and pillow to freshen them up (like Febreeze).

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IF I FITS I SITS!

$5 add-on item

If you're cool with non add-on items too, these dryer balls would also be awesome!

Thanks for the contest! :)

I remember a post or thread from a few weeks ago about how dryer sheets can cause acne and that dryer balls are actually better. I was shopping around and stumbled upon these Bounce Free and Gentle Dryer Sheets. Would these be alright to use instead or normal sheets or is it better to just give up on dryer sheets as a whole and switch to dryer balls?

I've tried most everything and prefer the Forever New products -- they really are the best! They are available in liquid and powder forms, and also have a fragrance-free/hypoallergenic option. Examples:

http://www.amazon.com/Forever-New-Variance-50018-Granular/dp/B003YU65LQ

http://www.amazon.com/Forever-New-Liquid-Ovacion-16/dp/B000O3E964

I just fill a basin with cool water, add the detergent, swish the bras, and let them chill out for a while. Definitely gets the dirt out.

I never felt like Dr Bronners gets laundry clean, and cleansers like Euculan contain lanolin, so are best suited for wool (not synthetics).

I recommend "friend sheep"! They are eco-friendly dryer balls that soften your clothes and help them dry more quickly. You can even add essential oils or scent directly the the wool balls if you wish. I bought the penguin ones! <3


Friendsheep Organic Eco Wool Dryer Balls - 6 Pack - 100% Handmade, Fair Trade, Organic, No Lint - Premium Quality https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0186RP2YM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ukhOBb8AC73Q7

There's no reason not to hand wash your bras. None. (Unless you have no arms. But then you should make the person who helps you put your bra on hand wash them.)

We have a small basket next to my wife's dresser (a simple cotton lined, wicker basket) for delicates. She tosses the bras in there and then, every morning when I take a shower, I toss a bra or two into the sink along with some cold water and a few drops of Forever New: Liquid Ovacion. I agitate them gently, make sure to take a few seconds to massage the area of the band and cup that sits in the armpit, and then I leave them sit there while I shower.

When I get out of the shower, I drain the sink, fill it back up with cold water, swish them around for a few second, drain it, and then hang the bras in the shower to drip dry. By the time she gets home from work that night, they're all dry, and she puts them away in her lingerie drawers.

Bam! The whole process takes like 3 minutes every other day. The bras (as well as panties, hose, etc.) stay looking new, and the Ovacion soap even helps preserver/restore the elastic. It's so easy.

I'm looking at these.

I admit I am a bit skeptical on why these would even work, but I do like the fact that I could use an essential oil like lemongrass or sandalwood to get a nice scent out of the clothing.

Do what everyone else said with the washing and the vinegaring and the hosing and the drying. Then spray and wipe the whole thing down with 303 fabric guard (regular 303 aerospace works great as well). This also works great on camelbaks, I spent half an hour or so cleaning mine this year and it looks brand new.

As others have suggested, the fabric softener might be part of the issue. I never use it because I can't stand the "fragrance" in them. You could have her try these dryer balls they get rid of static very well and you can add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to them before each use to make the clothes smell fantastic.

You could use something like this product and get a pretty good result.

I've found that this does not remove oil stains, so you should do some spot treatment for those.

These cactus dryer balls: "The purpose of these cacti does not immediately make itself clear. Why would the humans need miniature plastic cacti? Research has indicated that they may have been used in the cleaning of outer garments known as 'clothing' when using the 'dryer' to remove moisture from the articles. It is not immediately clear what role these cacti play, as they are not absorbent and humans could not see them during use so they hold little entertainment value. We believe that their main purpose is whimsy."

It might be unnecessary, but I bought Tide Free and Gentle Pods (no dyes or perfumes) and these wool balls that you throw in the dryer in lieu of fragrant dryer sheets. I've also heard people talk about Dreft.

Another thing I've heard is that regardless of what kind of laundry soap you use, make sure to wash EVERYTHING with that soap initially. That way, if baby has a reaction, you know exactly which soap caused it.

No, those are similar but if you want something to make your clothes smell nice, these:

https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Premium-Reusable-Softener/dp/B00GA9P5P0

You can put a few drops of essential oil in them and they'll smell up your clothes all nice and when the scent wears off you just reload them.

Get some 303 Spot Cleaner (https://www.amazon.com/303-30206-Cleaner-Trigger-Sprayer/dp/B0002CACK4) a brush with fairly soft to medium bristles and a couple microfiber towels. Do a little elbow work action then suck any moisture left in the seat up with a good shop-vac. Once it is fully dry protect it with some Fabric Guard (https://www.amazon.com/303-30606-Fabric-Trigger-Sprayer/dp/B00KMYYQ36/ref=pd_sim_200_6?ie=UTF8&dpID=417ldXdi8HL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=THTN9ZZVF291V3PF8H76) ) and don't worry about another stain. :)

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I use these dryer balls. It's a great price, and they work really well. I just leave them in the dryer for all loads and it's definitely cut down on drying time when I don't dry outside.

GIRL GET THE DANG SHOES! They're so awesome and you really deserve them. I too spend half a day deciding whether or not I should buy something. But shoes are different! You always need new shoes and you deserve to treat yo self! And those shoes look like they go with everything!

She can GET IT

If I win

Don't worry, the wool ones also come in Penguin and Sheep!

ACT NOW AND WE'LL THROW IN SOME COMPLIMENTARY DRAGON BALLS!

Dryer balls are AMAZING. They help dry clothes so much better and they're chemical-free! Dryer sheets are full of nasty stuff and I'm so glad I've found a more eco-friendly and health-friendly solution.

You can buy special wool balls for your dryer to help dry things out. They'd probably last a lot longer than tennis balls.

Edit: Here's an amazon link to some

My pup is a newer rescue and a bit nervous, so he isn't really the type of explore on his own or get into mischief. For the most part he only picks things up when you hand them to him, even things like chews or toys. He did immediately perk up the first time he saw me do laundry, though, because I have wool dryer balls (like these). He reached right into my hamper, picked one up, and trotted around with it in his mouth, butt waggling like crazy. I could've choked on the sheer cuteness.

Just toss in some hedgehogs. Or for a truly plant-based option, try cacti :)

1. I had shoulder-length hair all through high school and my freshman year of college. About halfway through that year, I went completely boy-short with a sort of pixie-ish cut. That has remained my style for 4 years, until I'm now growing it out. So I know short hair decently well. One thing that I learned is while you might not be able to do as many styles with the hair itself, you can rock all kinds of headbands...smaller delicate ones, ones with a bit more bling, or even the hippie look. I had so much fun experimenting, and still do so constantly.
   
   
2. I really want to try these out.
   
   
3. Yes.
   
   
4. Short hairs, no cares!

Does your dorm have a semi-private bathroom or is it a whole floor restroom? If you have a semi-private one, then it should be easy enough. Get a salad spinner/tosser (I have one from IKEA), fill it up with cold water, stick the dress in there and use a light laundry detergent (I use this one since it is meant for hand washing), spin the salad spinner a few times, let is soak for a few minutes, spin it a few more times, then dump out the water and wring out some of the excessive water from the dress.

I hang dry a lot of clothing so you can either put it over the shower door (if there is one), hang it on a hanger (there are special ones specifically for hang drying), or get a special drying rack (there are ones meant for lying down the item, called sweater racks, or a collapsible one that you can hang several items at once; both are inexpensive).

303 has a Fabric Guard available on Amazon. Similar but another good option.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KMYYQ36/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468080510&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=fabric+guard&dpPl=1&dpID=417ldXdi8HL&ref=plSrch

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Wool Dryer Balls by Smart Sheep 6-Pack, XL Premium Reusable Natural Fabric Softener

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303 Aerospace Protectant is for vinyl, rubber, and plastic interior surfaces. Great for protecting your dashboard from UV. 303 also makes several other products. This is what I'm referring to. https://www.amazon.com/303-Fabric-Upholstery-Protector-Repellent/dp/B00KMYYQ36

We switched to wool dryer balls and they work great! Not sure if this is the exact brand we got: http://www.amazon.com/Woolzies-Dryer-Natural-Fabric-Softener/dp/B0067STK3C

Check this out. My roommate got me hooked on using it and now all of my clothes smell fantastic.

Ok wait! I am seeing conflicting information here. That kit you linked contains the High Tech 303 Fabric Guard which guards against UV. However, the packaging shows the standard 303 fabric guard. I guess they're the same product?

I then checked the product page for the 303 Fabric Guard and it did not mention UV protection. One of the reviews even said that he/she called customer support and said that it did not include UV formula.

So what gives? I'm so lost.

In addition, the Autogeek product page mentions sun protection as well.... maybe it does provide protection?

I got one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/Dryel--Dryer-Cleaning-Starter-Kit/dp/B003EMOE8U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422017720&sr=8-2&keywords=dryel

The initial kit is a little pricey because you get the garment bag and the spot cleaner. The refill kits are a bit cheaper. You can throw like 4 or 5 sweaters in at a time.

So I accidentally ran my body microfiber towels through the dryer while the dryer still had wool dryer balls in it (these things). They don't actually contain fabric softener, they're just designed to keep laundry separate and help it dry faster. They just contain a lavender scent.

Just wondering if the towels should still be safe to use or if I should just run them through another wash cycle...

Pro life tip: Dryer sheets leave a thin plastic film on your towels that make them less and less absorbent each time. Use dryer balls. They work better and you don't have to keep buying dryer sheets.

It holds replaceable dryer bars. Like this one: Bounce Dryer Bar 1.92 Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VYKXD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jKd7Cb7SQ9X5G

When you do your laundry, use these: https://www.amazon.com/Downy-Unstopables-Fresh-Scent-Booster/dp/B0052456US


They work tremendously well.

Yeah I bought these a year ago, haven't noticed a difference.

Amazon! These are mine: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GA9P5P0/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Q9bwtb0C28BTZ

Better yet, avoid disposable dryer sheets altogether, and use wool dryer balls instead.

It looks like a Bounce Dryer Bar. Might have come loose from the dryer and got caught in his clothes.

They came out with an updated version in the early 2000s.

Apparently, they're still sold.

is this the 303 you use for the fabric interior ?

https://www.amazon.com/303-Fabric-Upholstery-Protector-Repellent/dp/B00KMYYQ36

Seeing a bunch of others but not nearly as much reviews as this one

You can also get these

https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Premium-Reusable-Softener/dp/B00GA9P5P0

You can try this in the dryer:

https://www.amazon.com/Nellies-All-Natural-Quick-Change-Dryerballs/dp/B00O6B2Y12

and buy scent sticks for them:

https://www.amazon.com/Nellies-All-Natural-Fragrance-Sticks-Lavender/dp/B002NWBRW8

Or you can buy wool dryer balls:

https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Premium-Reusable-Softener/dp/B00GA9P5P0

and put a few drops of essentials oils on them and throw them in the dryer.

Liiiiiiink!

I'm betting on wool dryer balls.

https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Premium-Reusable-Softener/dp/B00GA9P5P0

Do you have hard water? Hard water makes clothes stiff and hard. Add a water softener to your water system.

Experiment with different types/amounts of detergent.

Get these - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GA9P5P0/

Chemical Guys Microfiber Applicators

Griots Garage Microfiber Speed Shine Cloth

Royal Auto Shop & Car wash towels 36 pack

Gummi Pflege Stift

Shurhold Buff Magic Compounding Pad 2 pack

Yacoto Microfiber Chenille Wash Mitt 2 pack

303 Fabric Guard

Invisible Glass 32 Oz - 6 pack

Griots Garage Microfiber and Foam Pad Cleaner

Chemical Guys Foam Cannon and Honeydew cleaner

Optimum No Rinse Wash & Shine 32 oz

Mothers Clay Bar Kit

Sonax Wheel Cleaner Full Effect 169 oz

Griots Garage Microfiber Drying Towel

303 Stain Guard

303 Speed Detailer

Detailer's Choice Leather Chamois

Natural Boar Hair Detail Brush Pack

303 Spray Wax

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