Yes, you can use a washing machine without fabric conditioner.
Fabric conditioner is not essential for cleaning clothes; its primary purpose is to make fabrics feel softer, reduce static cling, and impart a pleasant scent. Your washing machine will function perfectly well without it. The cleaning power comes from the detergent you use.
Here's a breakdown:
- Cleaning Power: Detergent is responsible for removing dirt and stains. Fabric conditioner doesn't contribute to this process.
- Softness: Fabric conditioner coats the fibers of your clothes, making them feel softer. Without it, clothes may feel slightly stiffer, but they will still be clean.
- Static Cling: Fabric conditioner reduces static electricity, preventing clothes from clinging together.
- Scent: Fabric conditioner adds a fragrance to your clothes. If you prefer fragrance-free laundry, skipping fabric conditioner is a good option.
- Cost savings: Eliminating fabric softener can lead to some savings
In summary, while fabric conditioner can offer some benefits, it is not a necessary component of doing laundry. Your clothes will still be clean if you omit it.
