Ah… I see what you’re asking about. 😅 People sometimes mention “adding aspirin to the washing machine” as a “hack” for laundry, but it’s important to know what it actually does and whether it’s safe.
Here’s the breakdown:
Why people say it works
- Whitening clothes: Aspirin contains acetylsalicylic acid, which can have a mild bleaching effect. People sometimes crush a few aspirin tablets and add them to white laundry to help remove yellowing or stains.
- Brightening whites: In theory, it can help make whites look slightly brighter.
Important safety notes
- Use caution: Aspirin is not designed for laundry. It can leave residue if not fully dissolved.
- Avoid colored clothes: It may bleach or discolor fabrics.
- Don’t mix with bleach or strong detergents — chemical reactions could occur.
- Crush tablets thoroughly: Undissolved pieces can clog your machine or scratch fabrics.
✅ Safer alternatives for laundry whitening:
- Baking soda
- Hydrogen peroxide (food-grade, diluted)
- Lemon juice
- Commercial laundry boosters
If you want, I can give you a step-by-step safe method to use aspirin for whitening clothes without risking your washing machine or fabrics. It actually works pretty well if done carefully. Do you want me to show that?
