There’s nothing like wrapping yourself in a soft, fluffy towel after a delightful shower or bath.
But, have you ever reached for your towel on the bathroom hook, only to come in contact with a rough, sometimes crusty surface?
The problem is that some towels lose all their fluff once you wash them, and it’s hard to get them back to their original softness.
Luckily, Aussie mums are on the case, and have offered up a multitude of tips, tricks and towel recommendations to ensure your after-bathtime experience is soft and cuddly every time!
Towels that stay soft after washing
It all started with one mum writing to the Facebook Group, Mums Who Clean, to ask for towel recommendations.
“Looking for suggestions for bath sheets that stay soft even after washing. Thank you”
What kind of towels stay soft?
The mums have responded in spades, with over 150 comments that outline favourite towel brands and even specific towel collections that seem to keep their cloud-like quality for a long time.
Here are the top five towels that stay soft, even after you’ve washed them.
Royal Comfort Eden Egyptian cotton 600 GSM 8 piece towel pack, $54.95, BHG Shop
Designed by Royal Comfort from 100% pure Cotton, these towels offer extreme softness, colour lustre, absorption and durability.
“After first wash they are loft and fluffy thanks so much,” said one happy person who purchased these towels.
Key features:
- Made from 100% pure Cotton
- Woven using the highest-grade 100% Cotton, with a vertical rib, in a generous 600GSM weight
- Beautifully finished with a stylish double border
Amalfitana 7 piece towel set, $129.99, Canningvale
Lots of mums recommend Canningvale towels.
“I’m a towel snob. I buy Canningvale towels, the more expensive ones,” said one commenter.
“They don’t carry my favourite towel anymore. My next favourite is the Egyptian Royale, but I find them very heavy, so I buy the sheet size. If you don’t like a heavy towel, the Royal Splendour is nice and good value. Yes, I also buy their sheets, and I love bamboo sheets.
“I’m with you. Canningvale are the best towels I’ve owned in 45 years.”
Key features:
- Light weight & quick drying
- Soft hand-feel
- 100% zero-twist cotton
- Full terry with pintuck borders
- Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified (ensuring no harmful substances)
Love a discount? Find your Canningvale Discount Code here.
Luxury Egyptian cotton towel set, $255.91, Sheridan
Sheridan towels also got a few mentions, with many saying they are “the best”.
“Sheridan towels are the best,” said one person.
Another added: “I love the Sheridan quick dry towels. All my Sheridan towels are soft, but they are the best.”
“I bought my Sheridan towels over 15 years ago, and it is still amazing best purchase ever.”
Key features:
- Fibre Content: 100% Egyptian Cotton Pile, Excluding trims
- Finished with a classic border style design
- Crafted from the finest, combed ring-spun, certified Egyptian cotton pile, making it long-lasting with a beautifully soft hand feel
- Towels can be tumble dried for easy care
Available at:
- $195.22 from Myer
- $145.91 from Harris Scarfe
Grandeur bath sheet in Fawn, $16, Target
Target’s bath towels are a great budget option that don’t compromise on softness.
“I was a towel snob until I read on here about Target’s Grandeur towels. They are the best I’ve ever used and bloody cheap compared to all the ones I used to buy,” said one mum.
“I was sceptical at first, but I’ve been a convert for 18 months now. Wash them on a hot or cold wash in the front loader, then straight in the dryer. Never had any fluff. They are super absorbent and hold their shape.”
Another said: “I love my target towels. I was very surprised at how soft they are, even if I don’t put them in the dryer.”
Key features:
- Extra thick combed cotton
- Cotton pile, cotton base
- Soft, durable and absorbent
Towel set, $16.99, Aldi
Is there anything Aldi can’t do? Commenters say their towels are “great quality and stay nice and soft.”
“Aldi bath towels/sheets are wonderful, and they are of great quality and stay soft. Put them in the dryer for 15 minutes with a scented sheet. Always fluffy and always soft.”
Key features:
- Australian cotton and bamboo viscose blend
- Weight: 600gsm
- Assorted colours
Hotel Savoy super absorbent towel collection, $195, Spotlight
Of course, the ever trusty Spotlight comes up again and again as the top retailer for linens and towels.
One mum exclaimed that: “I have bought beautiful towels from Spotlight!”
Key features:
- Made from finely weaved cotton
- Ultra-plush and incredibly soft
- Fast drying and highly absorbent
- 720GSM face washer, hand towel, bath towel and bath sheet
- 1200GSM bath mat
Tips for washing towels
While some people gave a shout-out to their favourite towels, others shared some tips for washing towels, so they stay nice and soft.
“I wash them with minimal detergent. I don’t use softener or vinegar (I tried it but couldn’t tell any difference) and double rinse them. I have a top loader.
“Give them a good shake as you hang them out. If it’s particularly hot and sunny, I dry them under shade. Take them off the line as soon as they are dry or a bit before and give them a quick whirl in the drier.”
Another mum is a fan of the extra rinse cycle. “I wash towels as usual, but I do an extra rinse cycle.”
Another commenter shares her trick for soft towels, no matter the brand.
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