Submerge and gently agitate by hand

Place the garment in the soapy water, pressing it down until fully submerged. Gently swish and press the fabric through the water for 2-3 minutes, moving it around the basin so soapy water flows through all areas.

Why It Works

Gentle hand agitation mimics the water flow of a machine's delicate cycle without the mechanical stress of drum rotation. Moving soapy water through the fabric fibers loosens dirt and dissolves body oils. The key is consistent, gentle motion rather than vigorous scrubbing.

Tips

• Focus on underarm areas, collars, and cuffs where soil accumulates most
• Never rub fabric against itself — this causes pilling and fiber damage
• 2-3 minutes of gentle agitation is sufficient for lightly soiled items