Clothes: The Natural Way to Preserve and Protect Them
Choosing the right clothes is key for assembling the perfect outfit, however, the maintenance of clothing is also an essential factor for keeping your garments looking and smelling great. Naphthalene balls, which evaporate in the air and keep away mites and insects, are commonly used in homes.
The main disadvantage of using naphthalene balls is the strong odor and discoloration of any metallic or special work. Delicate fabrics such as silk, satin, and wool need to be stored and protected from mites and other insects, without harming the clothes.
Insects find their way through the smallest of corners and easily creep into your cupboard during the rainy season or in humid weather. Camphor balls absorb moisture and will ensure that there’s no room for insects in your wardrobe. This will help keep your clothes clean during the wet season.
Natural products offer the advantage of keeping your clothes fresh and insect-free without leaving them smelly or damaged. Solutions, such as neem leaves offer a simple and inexpensive alternative to certain substances.
Neem Leaves for Clothes
More than 300 different active compounds of the neem tree have been reported but the most important limonoids are azadirachtin, salannin and nimbin. Neem extracts have the potential to inhibit the growth of bacteria.
A study conducted with different natural antibacterial agents on clothing showed that 100% neem oil treated fabrics reduced 65% and 96% of S.aureus and E.coli respectively.
Neem can now be found as an ingredient in laundry detergents, due to its antibacterial properties. It offers a range of solutions and uses, thanks to its many compounds that can be found in the different parts of the neem tree.
Neem leaves also have anti-pest and anti-fungal properties. As a natural pesticide, dried neem leaves placed in your wardrobe can prevent insects and bacteria from eating and ruining your clothes.
