Here’s the catch: when you hang your clothes or sheets outside during peak pollen season, you’re unknowingly turning them into pollen collectors. These fine, sticky particles cling easily to fabric fibers. So, when you bring those freshly dried linens back inside, you’re also inviting pollen into your home—onto your furniture, your skin, your hair, and into your bed. It’s like laying your laundry out in a blooming meadow and wondering why your allergies are worse afterward.
How to Reduce Exposure While Staying Fresh
Luckily, there are practical steps you can take to reduce the impact without sacrificing cleanliness or comfort:
- Dry laundry indoors in a well-ventilated space, or use a tumble dryer.
- Wear sunglasses when outside to protect your eyes from airborne pollen.
- Cover your hair with a hat or cap to keep pollen from settling there.
- Shower and change clothes immediately after returning home to wash away pollen particles.
- Avoid freshly mown grass, especially right after it’s been cut, when pollen levels can spike.
And What About Allergy Treatments?
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