Use a gentle detergent. Use a detergent that is gentle on your skin.
Don’t overfill the washing machine. Overfilling can prevent thorough cleaning.
Dry thoroughly. Drying kills dust mites.
Wash the comforter regularly. A comforter can harbor dust mites.
Wash the pillowcases. Pillowcases can harbor dust mites.
Wash the mattress pad. A mattress pad can harbor dust mites.
The Science
Dust mites. Dust mites thrive in warm, humid environments.
Allergens. Allergens are proteins found in dust mite droppings.
Washing. Washing in hot water kills dust mites.
