Lifestyle Challenge: Dryer Balls

Up for trying something a little different this week? This trick can save you time, energy, and money … AND it can make your laundry smell great – naturally! (Especially your workout clothes 😮) 

It also might even help your dryer to work better, longer.

Have you ever used dryer balls before? They are soft balls that you use in the dryer, and as they tumble with your clothes, they keep air circulating around them – cutting down the time it takes to dry your clothes.

Also, they eliminate the need to use dryer sheets completely (which not only can contain chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin, but also can have a negative effect on your dryer!) Plus, dryer sheets are EXPENSIVE! 

You can buy dryer balls at many stores (hello, Target) or online. (right around $10)

You can find them in both plastic or wool… but the wool balls are preferable because they’re natural.  AND… you also can add a few drops of essential oils to them to help make your clothes smell even better! 

Just make sure the balls are made from 100% wool, as wool contains compounds that make it naturally flame- and mold-resistant.

Try adding a couple drops of organic essential oils to help make your towels and sheets smell great. Lavender (calming) and orange (energizing) are great choices!  If you’re drying a load of workout clothes... tea tree oil can help keep them smelling fresh! Just add a couple drops to the ball and let it dry before putting in the dryer.

Up for giving this a try!?  Snap a pic of your dryer balls this week as evidence! :-)  Let me know if you’re up for this challenge in a comment below!