Short answer: Yes, mostly. Thick softener won’t ruin your clothes. It might just clog your dispenser tray or leave blue goo on your socks. Not ideal for date night. If it’s just thick from cold or old age, it works fine. But if it smells off—like chemicals gone rancid—say goodbye. That’s bacteria throwing a party. Pour it down the drain with hot water and move on with your life.
Hack: How to fix thick softener right now
Grab a bowl of very hot water. Place the closed bottle in it for 10 minutes. Then shake it like a maraca. Still thick? Add a splash of warm water directly into the bottle and shake again. This dilutes the quats just enough to make them behave. Voilà—liquid silk once more. Just don’t add fabric softener to your coffee. I know it smells like vanilla, but please don’t.
Why Is My Fabric Softener Thick? [Fix Lumpy Liquid Fast] - Howgarden.blog