Why do towels that were completely soaked get crispy when they dry, when towels that were only damp don’t?
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I think it’s more likely due to oils getting ‘washed’ out of the towels (even just water acts as a surfactant, but its not great on oils) . Oils will soften them. Just a damp towel will leave most of the oils behind.
Ever notice how tea/hand-towels don’t get ‘crispy’/starchy again even when fully dry after you’ve been wiping your hands on them? – all the oils on your hands transfer and keep the towel soft.
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