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Frequently Asked Questions

Figuring out your load size can be tricky. When you add more laundry to your machine, you usually will need more product. It’s always best to check your owner’s manual on machine capacity. Here is an easy chart to get you started.

An infographic illustration depicting different laundry basket sizes: Medium, Large, and HE Extra Large, with corresponding weight capacities.

Yes, in most cases, washing a blanket in a washing machine is safe, but it depends on the material and the machine’s capacity. Always check the care label first to confirm if washing blankets this way is recommended.

As a general rule, most washing machines benefit from a thorough cleaning about once a month. You can learn more about cleaning your washing machine with our guide.

A liquid fabric softener is a laundry product added to the washing machine during the rinse cycle to soften your fabrics. Snuggle® liquid fabric softener keeps your favorite sweater, comfy blanket, or fluffy towel feeling smooth and smelling fresh.

High-efficiency fabric softener is formulated for high-efficiency (HE) washing machines. The concentrated formula allows you to get the familiar, cozy benefits while using less product. Snuggle® liquid fabric softeners work for both standard and HE machines.

Yes, there is no real difference between fabric softener and fabric conditioner. Some brands choose to use a different name for their product. You can also learn about the differences between laundry detergent and fabric softener with our guide.

No. Liquid fabric softener and laundry detergent are two different laundry products that have different purposes during the laundry routine.

Fabric softener introduces conditioning agents to your laundry regimen that reduce friction between fibers. The lack of friction allows the fibers to stay flexible and prevents the fabric from feeling stiff. You can learn more with our guide on how to soften fabric.

Use fabric softener whenever you want to have snuggly soft, comfortable and fresh clothes.

No, pour Snuggle® liquid fabric softener into your washing machine’s designated fabric softener dispenser so it can be diluted and released during the rinse cycle. Pouring it directly onto clothing may cause staining or spotting.

Yes, you can add the recommended amount of Snuggle® liquid fabric softener to the designated fabric softener compartment in your front-load washer. Always follow the product label and your washing machine manufacturer’s instructions.

Yes, if your top-load washer has a fabric softener dispenser, add the recommended amount before starting the cycle. If it does not have a dispenser, follow your washer’s instructions for adding diluted fabric softener during the rinse cycle, and never pour it directly onto clothes.

No, Snuggle® scent boosters are designed to add fragrance and help eliminate unwanted odors, but they do not clean clothes or remove stains like laundry detergent. Use scent boosters with your regular detergent according to each product’s directions.

No, Fabric softeners soften fabrics and reduce static cling. Snuggle® scent boosters can be added to the wash cycle to add the fragrance you want and help eliminate odors you don’t.

Snuggle® scent boosters are laundry crystals that completely dissolve in water during the wash cycle. The scent booster laundry crystals help eliminate unwanted odors on your clothes and replace them with the cozy, familiar scent of Snuggle®.

Snuggle® scent boosters are easy to use and safe for all colors, fabrics, and loads. Simply open the bottle and shake the desired amount of scent booster crystals into the cap. You can add a little or a lot, depending on your personal preference. Once you've measured out your laundry crystals, add them to your washing machine at the beginning of the load, before you add your clothes and start the wash cycle. The scent boosters will dissolve in the water, providing an extra boost of cozy to your laundry.

The amount you use depends on the load size and scent strength preferences. Larger loads usually benefit from using more product. Start with half a cap. Use more for stronger scents or less for a lighter scent result.

There’s no one-size-fits-all rule, but you can always adjust based on how strong you like your laundry scent.

Yes, scent beads are safe for most washers, including high-efficiency (HE) machines, as long as you follow the instructions.

No, scent beads enhance fragrance but do not clean clothes. Always use them with laundry detergent.

Yes, scent beads dissolve in cold water, though they may dissolve fastest with warm water.

Place a Snuggle® dryer sheet(s) on top of wet clothes in the dryer. Use one sheet for small loads, two for medium loads, and three for large loads. Run the dryer cycle and discard the sheet(s) after use. You can learn more in our blog all about dryer sheet benefits.

Dryer sheets deliver softening agents to laundry that condition and soften fabrics. They reduce static cling to prevent wrinkles and repel lint and pet hair. A Snuggle® dryer sheet can also add fragrance to your laundry.

The active ingredient in a dryer sheet neutralizes the static cling in your laundry, preventing shocks and pet hair collecting. Dryer sheets soften fabric by releasing the water trapped between fibers and replacing water molecules with moisturizing agents, keeping garments soft and smooth.

Yes, dryer sheets can help reduce pet hair cling during the drying cycle by softening fabrics and loosening hair so it releases more easily.

Static cling is the result of electric charge build-up. This is due to the fabrics brushing up on one another during the drying process. You can learn more in our guide to get rid of static cling.

Fabric care is the process of doing laundry that keeps your clothes fresh, colorful, and soft. For the coziest experience, try the full Snuggle® regimen in your favorite scent.

Always follow the instructions on the product. Add Snuggle® scent boosters to the washing machine before putting them in your laundry. Add fabric softener to the washing machine to dispense during the rinse cycle. Add a dryer sheet(s) on top of your laundry before starting the dryer cycle.

Fabric care products can include a wide array of products like fabric softeners, dryer sheets, and scent boosters. Snuggle® products are designed to make your laundry feel soft and cuddly and smell amazing.

Follow the washing instructions on your garment labels and the instructions on fabric care products. Use the appropriate settings on your washing machine and dryer.

Follow the care instructions on your garment labels, the products you use, and your washer and dryer. Avoid over-drying. Use fabric softener, dryer sheets, and scent boosters to care for your fabrics.

Try products like Snuggle® scent boosters or liquid fabric softeners to help eliminate odors and add long-lasting freshness to your laundry.

Clothes can feel stiff when detergent residue builds up or when washed in hard water with minerals like calcium and magnesium. Over-drying or not using fabric softener can also contribute to that stiff feeling.

Fabric fibers can lose their flexibility and elasticity making clothes feel more rigid. Washing your laundry with Snuggle® liquid fabric softener can help avoid stiff clothes.

Soft clothes are the result of smooth, flexible fibers. Snuggle® fabric softeners and dryer sheets can help make your clothes feel cozy and soft.

Use Snuggle® fabric softener and dryer sheets. Avoid over-drying.

Fabric softener can make towels feel softer and add a fresh scent, but frequent use may reduce their absorbency over time. Always check the towel’s care label before using fabric softener and consider using it less frequently if maintaining absorbency is your priority.

Always check the garment’s care label before using fabric softener on baby clothes. Do not use fabric softener on items labeled flame-resistant or on any garment whose care instructions advise against it, and choose products appropriate for your family’s needs.

It is generally best to avoid using fabric softener on microfiber. Fabric softener can coat the fibers and reduce the material’s absorbency and ability to capture dust and dirt.

Snuggle® wants you to be safe in the laundry room. Please keep Snuggle® and other laundry products out of reach of children.