I have a few problem shedders. I let them soak in warm water in a sterilite container, with the top on for about a half hour to forty minutes. Only a couple inches of water , you don't want to drown them. Then I take a damp towel and I keep a little pressure on the snake and I let them work through the towel. It depends on the size of the animal. I have tried wash clothes and hand towels, but a bath towel seems to work for me.