If that clean washcloth smells really bad as soon as you run hot water over it, that’s bacteria. Your laundry isn’t truly clean, and all of the scent additives in the world will still only mean that your laundry is still dirty. Here are some tips to help kill those bad bacteria.

1. Spot recommends washing with hot water if the fabric’s care instructions allow it.
2. More detergent isn’t always better, in fact, if you use too much then your laundry will not get clean. Use the recommended amount for your load size.
3. Multiple rinses help. Spot recommends at least 3 rinses to get your laundry truly clean.