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The Best Bet
The laundry process remains a mystery
to many. Why do colors
get dull? (Soap buildup;
try some vinegar in
the wash cycle.) And why doesn’t powdered soap dissolve? (You’re using too much.) In fact, powder is
more environmentally friendly than liquids. And regardless of the detergent chosen, consider always using cold water. Not
only does it save energy, cold water is effective
in cleaning all colors and materials—including expensive denim. The best powder for cold-water washing? Seventh Generation Free & Clear ($7.99 at Whole Foods, 250 Seventh Ave., at
24th St.; 212-924-5969) has no dyes, phosphates,
or chlorine bleaches.
For more on how to optimize your laundry, turn the page.
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