We all want to make light work of our laundry chores by simply throwing as many items as we can into our trusty washing machines.

But if, like me, you’ve spotted detergent stains on your newly-washed items, it can seem rather counter-productive. These unsightly stains often appear as blue or white splotches on fabrics and leaves a waxy or rough texture. What’s more, these ruin the look of your favorite garments, especially if you want to wear it for the day.

I asked the laundry experts why there are detergent stains on my clothes — and it turns out I’d been making these common laundry mistakes.

What causes detergent stains on clothes?

According to laundry experts, there are several causes for detergent stains on clothing.

Using too much detergent

Typically, stains appear when your la

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