How do i get the wax like feel out of new towels?

Question

when i buy new towels they feel waxy and do not absorb the water off my body why is this and what is the best way to correct the problem

Answer 1

they don't absorb water because they have been treated with some kind of fabric softener.

Wash them once or twice ( without fabric softener) and they will be fine.

Answer 2

wash them

Answer 3

wash the towels before you use them, do not use fabric conditioner as this prevents them absorbing water from your body

Answer 4

Wash them, but without fabric conditioner.  To make them really soft finish off drying in a tumble dryer....

Answer 5

with all new towels you need to wash them first, as they have got starch in them which makes them feel stiff, and hang them outside to dry if possible, they should be fine after hope this helps ^_^

Answer 6

Baking soda, and a splash of Vinegar in the wash cycle.  Avoid fabric softener for towels, face cloths and baby bibs, too.

Answer 7

Wash them, duh.  Buy better towels too.   Egyptian cotton is softer and less "waxy" feeling.

Answer 8

I agree with all the above, wash them without fabric softener.

If it's a dry day, get them out on the line and let the fresh air do it's work.

Answer 9

Its always best to wash new towels before using. Put Soda Crystals in with the washing powder as this will make them nice and soft.  

Answer 10

The sad thing is that I happen to know the answer to this one. try washing them with a little vinegar with the washing powder, just a capfull. the smell goes away when they dry.

Answer 11

The answer is wash them Don't use fabric conditioner, though, because this will continue the problem.

Answer 12

wash them without adding any fabric conditioner,as that will re coat them, and lessen their absorbancy.