The present invention relates to a method of use of a softener composition for imparting hydrophilicity to textile fiber materials in domestic applications, which softener composition comprises: A) a fabric softener; B) at least one additive selected form the group consisting of

• a) a polyethylene, or a mixture thereof,
• b) a fatty acid alkanolamide, or a mixture thereof,
• c) a polysilicic acid, and
• d) a polyurethane;

  C) selected polyorganosiloxanes.