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As someone who is very discerning about the products we use, I’ve often found that in some instances, there is no natural or environmentally-friendly alternative.  Right around the time when we learned that I was pregnant with my son, I stopped using conventional cleaning products, and over the years have slowly replaced our personal care products with eco-friendly substitutes.  In most situations, I’ve been able to make the eco-switch, however, it’s taken me years to find a fabric softener I feel comfortable using.

After reading about Purex Crystals, and even speaking to a member of their social media team last year at a conference, I finally decided to test out this innovative new way to soften and freshen clothes.  Before I agreed to test the product out, I made sure that it was safe for use in my Whirlpool Duet Front Load Washer.  Because the product is primarily sugar crystals, they dissolve during the wash cycle and therefore don’t have to be placed in the designated fabric softener dispenser and you don’t have to wait until the rinse cycle to use them.

Purex Crystals are available in Fresh Spring Waters, Lavender Blossom, and Tropical Splash and a 28 ounce bottle retails for approximately $5.  When I first received the product, I was concerned the scent would be overpowering.  I decided to try the softener on a load of towels just in case it was too strong.  Once the wash and dry cycles were complete and I pulled the towels out, I really only noticed a light scent. Towels are really the perfect item to test a fabric softener out on and they actually came out nice and fluffy from the dryer.

One of my husband’s main complaints with line-drying our clothing is the fact that they come out stiff and crunchy. I line dry when I can and ensure all of my delicate clothing (i.e. bras, nice shirts, etc.) do not make it into the dryer.  Jockey and Purex recently teamed up to have a few bloggers test out their brand new Tech Terry Performance Sports Bra, in combo with Purex Crystals, and since I’ve been working on being more consistent with my workout regimen, the timing was perfect.

I am one of those gals that really needs to wear a sports bra, and at times is quite lazy about it.  Jockey’s new sports bra is lightweight and supportive, and features breathable mesh panels, a soft bottom band for support, and a key pocket (nice!).  One of the most desirable features in any workout clothing is moisture-wicking which helps to keep you cool and dry.  Fabric softener is not recommended, because the oil that’s present actually interferes with the moisture-wicking process. Purex Crystals, unlike most fabric softeners, do not contain oil and are safe to use with performance sportswear.

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Win It!  One of you will win Jockey’s latest Tech Terry Performance Sports Bra and a bottle of Purex Crystals. Simply leave me a comment with either a Purex product or a Jockey product you’d like to try.  Comments will close on January 30th, 2012 at 11:59 PM PST.

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