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WASHING POWDERS. WITH AND WITHOUT ADVERTISING MAKEUP

Washing powders and their television images

In the age of advertising, it is not products that are sold, but their images. Better than others are television images. Of course, there are few sensible people who, when forming their consumer preferences, would consciously be guided by the advice of characters from commercials. Moreover, many are only annoyed by the intrusiveness of television advertising, so much so that at the first hint of it, they rush to switch to another channel. Others convinced themselves that they had learned not to see advertising point-blank and therefore not to react. Sociologists, however, state: we make up to 90% of purchases, often without even realizing it, under the influence of advertising. And in fact, if advertising weren’t so effective, would businesses invest SO much money in it?
One of the most aggressively advertised products is washing powders. This is understandable: their offer is huge, and in order to sell, manufacturers have to rub elbows a fair amount in the advertising field. IMAGES FOR SALE!
What is a good washing powder?

First of all, the detergent must be safe. After all, these are “chemicals”, and if the manufacturer does not comply with mandatory safety requirements, detergents can harm the health of the consumer not only when using them during the washing process, but also when subsequently wearing items washed with them.
The fact that washing powder does not pose a danger to consumer health is evidenced by the Mark of Conformity on its packaging (confirmation of the conformity of washing powders is mandatory and is carried out in the form of a declaration). However, on counterfeit products, which are dangerous, as they say, by definition, it is applied, of course, without a twinge of conscience or any reason.
It’s easier to run into a fake if you buy powder in a plastic bag: you won’t be able to install a line for packaging into boxes in every basement. There are cases when even... marble chips were passed off as washing powder. In short, when purchasing washing powder, do not forget about the increased potential danger of detergents.

Safe does not mean quality

Checking quality indicators (for example, does it wash well or not?) is not included in the format of confirming compliance with safety requirements. So the information “The product is certified,” often used in advertising, only means that it has passed the mandatory safety confirmation procedures. No more. This information should not be taken as confirmation of high quality.
Quality- market category. It is assumed that each consumer must choose for himself a product that is optimal in terms of functionality and price. The only problem is that advertising is almost the only source of information about quality for the consumer.
Advertising is just advertising. An industry of images that we begin to mistake for goods. Tests leave no doubt that aggressively advertised detergents are far from always superior in effectiveness to cheaper ones that are not popular in advertising and therefore go unnoticed by us. And there is no sensation in this, because, from a chemical point of view, all washing powders, no matter how much they cost, consist of the same components.

We look at the composition and draw conclusions

The main components of the washing powder are indicated on its packaging.

Surfactants (surfactants). These are some kind of synthetic “soaps”. Water-soluble surfactants, as washing agents, are the main component of synthetic detergents and are contained in them in predominant quantities.

Bleaches

Washing white laundry necessarily requires the presence of a chemical or optical brightener in the powder. Chemical bleaching is usually achieved by introducing chlorine-containing substances or peroxides, which destroy colored stains, mainly of plant origin (wine, tea, coffee, grass, etc.). Chlorine bleach is quite aggressive. For allergy sufferers, it is wiser to use more gentle oxygen-containing agents to remove plant stains and disinfect linen. Avoiding the word “bleach”, which alarms consumers, their presence is often masked by the term “Active oxygen” or “Oxygen power”. Optical brighteners are fluorescent substances (so-called white dyes), which, when particles settle on the laundry, give it brightness and whiteness, creating the illusion of special cleanliness. Bleach may be included in laundry detergent for colored fabrics. Should not be included in baby powders.

Phosphates

Increases the effectiveness of surfactants. Due to what? Due to water softening. The softer the water, the less the formation of lime foam and scale, the more effective the cleaning ability of the washing powder, the higher the quality of washing, the less product is spent.
How to deal with water hardness? For many decades (since the 20s of the twentieth century), the role of softeners was played by phosphates, which bind calcium and magnesium ions and thereby soften the water in which clothes are washed.
Until the early 70s of the last century, phosphates were considered the optimal component of synthetic detergents and did not cause much concern. But since then, phosphates are irrevocably a thing of the past! What didn't they like? A burden on the environment!
The environmental consequences of the influence of various aspects of human economic activity on natural bodies of water greatly worried Europeans when the Rhine “suddenly” turned, as they said then, into “the sewer of Europe.”
When the “roasted rooster” took the bait, phosphate-containing detergents were also suspected, and rightly so. When phosphates get into water bodies with waste soap solution, they “fertilize” them, promoting accelerated plant growth, and, as a result, lead to their overgrowing and waterlogging.

Of course, phosphate-containing detergents are far from the main anthropogenic source of phosphates entering our environment. How can washing powders compare in terms of environmental consequences, for example, with the use of phosphates in agricultural production?! But, be that as it may, they certainly make their contribution. First of all, the negative impact of phosphate-containing detergents on the environment has become obvious in Europe - due to its “crowding” and a record high share of synthetic detergent use per capita.
Debates about whether the phosphate content in synthetic detergents should be regulated (prohibited, limited) have been going on at the pan-European level for many years, but even in Europe, uniform requirements have not yet been developed or regulated. So for now, the countries of Europe and the world community as a whole are deciding for themselves what to do. The furthest advanced countries are Germany, Italy, Sweden, the USA, Canada and Japan, which have adopted national or industry standards regulating phosphate content. In some states, legislative prohibitions or restrictions have been introduced, in others, voluntary cessation of their use is democratically but persistently promoted and encouraged.

Zeolites

As a result of the implementation of environmental policy in a number of the most environmentally advanced Western countries, a transition was made to the second generation of components that bind calcium and magnesium ions. Phosphates for water softening have been replaced by environmentally friendly, phosphate-free, insoluble zeolites. But systems based on phosphate-free insoluble zeolites did not become a panacea, and their lifespan was short-lived.
The point is that the key word here is “insoluble”. And this “coin,” like all others, has two sides. Without dissolving, zeolites do not merge with soapy water into reservoirs, but, which is also not healthy, they are not washed out of the tissue structure, and, accumulating, make them rough. How critical this is for adults is up to the adults themselves to decide, but powders with zeolites are not suitable for washing children's clothes.
Another disadvantage is that zeolite particles settle in sewer pipes, which inevitably leads to worse drainage. In Russia, systems based on phosphate-free insoluble zeolites have not yet appeared. In the 90s, we clearly had no time for this - much more pressing problems were on the agenda! But now there are optimistic signs that we are given the opportunity to no longer trail behind the rest of Europe, but to immediately jump into the next “wagon”, moving along the path of developing environmentally friendly detergents.

We will discuss below what components phosphates are being replaced with in the 21st century.

Enzymes

This is how enzymes are usually designated on packaging. These are biologically active substances that, by promoting the breakdown of proteins, effectively remove biological contaminants such as stains from eggs, blood, cocoa, milk, wine, proteins included in food products (sauces, ice cream, etc.). Enzymes cannot withstand temperatures above 50°C, so it makes no sense to use such a powder when washing with boiling.

Polymers

Polymers are agents that hold washed dirt in a powder solution and thereby prevent it from re-depositing onto the fabric.

Flavors

Gives a pleasant smell to powder and washed clothes.

Softeners

Lanolin and other softeners, as well as additives that prevent deformation of products and maintain their shape, are included in products for delicate fabrics (lace fabrics, cambric, knitwear, microfiber, fabrics made from mixed synthetic fibers, etc.).

Defoamers

Abundant foam, contrary to popular belief, is not always a sign of the quality of the detergent. For automatic washing machines, it is strictly contraindicated, since it not only worsens the washing result, but can also lead to a short circuit in the electrical circuit of the machine and its failure. Therefore, to prevent excess foam, defoamers are added to powders intended for washing in automatic washing machines.

Baby powders

The information “Baby powders” on the packaging should ensure that these detergents do not contain enzymes, zeolites, or any bleaches. To neutralize unpleasant odors, fragrances and fragrances may be present, but they work only at the washing stage and do not have a subsequent effect. Liquid is considered the best solution.

Powders for colored laundry

May be designated "Color". The composition contains polymers designed to prevent the dye from removing and, if this does happen, to keep it in solution to prevent coloring other things. These may be components such as “Paint stabilizer”, “Color protection system”, “Dye transfer inhibitor” and others.

How to choose washing powder

Choose detergents according to the type of fabric and type of stain.
Their main characteristic - the cleaning effect - depends, in essence, on the careful selection and mixing of the above components and their chemical purity. This is where the scope for know-how begins.
Expensive powders contain several types of enzymes, each of which specializes in removing a specific, “own” type of stain. Therefore, powders can differ significantly in the cleaning ability of various contaminants, depending on their chemical formula.
The main thing for the consumer is to be sure that the washing powder meets the purpose, efficiency and cost-effectiveness that the manufacturer promises in the information provided on the packaging. And only independent tests can guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the information provided by the manufacturer to consumers.

Tests are not a wash

Functional testing of washing powders is a rather complex procedure, which not all organizations that declare themselves competent in this area can do.
But it may seem that nothing is simpler than finding out which powder does the laundry better: if you don’t believe Aunt Asya, wash it and compare it yourself. But washing is not a test.
To compare the effectiveness of washing powders objectively - not in sensations, but in numbers! - it is necessary to establish the actual, numerical values of their cleaning ability.

Washing ability, that is, the ability to remove dirt, is the main functional characteristic of detergents. It can be measured extremely accurately by comparing the optical properties (reflectance) of a tissue sample.
However, the effectiveness of washing is determined not only by the quality of the powder itself. The result is ensured by the action (and interaction!) of a number of factors. This is a chemical effect on the laundry being washed (provided by the washing powder itself), mechanical effect (provided by the washing machine), water and temperature. So it turns out that with the same powder, laundry can be washed better or worse, depending on the action of each of the washing factors separately and their interaction.
The purpose of the tests is to identify the effectiveness of one or another specific factor (depending on the task), as they say, “in its pure form” on the washing result. But in order for the tests to be recognized as correct and their results comparable, it is necessary to provide technological conditions that distinguish qualified tests from an ordinary “wash”.
Let's start with the fact that samples of “experimental” tissue must be of the same type, composition, size and, most importantly, absolutely equally contaminated. That is, we need samples of standard contaminants. In Russia, strips (the so-called standard contaminants for the chains for determining the detergency of laundry detergents), which would be recognized in the world, are not yet produced. This is a product of high technology, almost surpassing in complexity those used in the most high-quality painting. There are countless companies in the world that have mastered the production of standard pollutants. Rostest-Moscow uses standard contaminants produced by the EMPA Institute (Switzerland) and the VFK Institute (Germany).

Further. If comparative tests are carried out between two detergents, two machines running in parallel are needed. And they must work, as they say, “neck to neck,” “in one breath,” so as not to give any of the tested powders the slightest head start with the benefits of their effectiveness.
The Rostest-Moscow test bench is based on extremely stable Miele washing machines. The equipment for recording temperature, water consumption and other parameters, which is additionally equipped with washing machines, allows you to keep your finger on the pulse of the testing process. The recording equipment turns washing machines into test benches.
The detergent is poured in strict accordance with the type and weight of the items being washed and weighed to the nearest hundredth of a gram. If there is at least a gram more of one powder, then its activity will be higher, and therefore, the result will be predetermined not by quality, but by quantity.
An important parameter is the water temperature: a difference of even a few degrees, seemingly insignificant from the point of view of household washing, certainly leads to an increase in the effect of individual components of the washing powder, a reduction in the time of chemical reactions and, as a result, a distortion of the results.

Maintaining the parameters of the strictly regulated physical and chemical composition of water in both machines is ensured by a water treatment unit. And the washing time is synchronized to the second.
Even the loading of the machines is done “one by one”: if in one of them the test sample of fabric is placed with a fold towards the hatch, then in the other it should be laid only in this way and in no other way.
At the finish line, to determine the degree of washability, a measuring complex is used, which includes a spectrophotometer - an optical device that, based on the reflectance coefficient, determines how much lighter the fabric has become after washing, as well as a computer with the appropriate software. The technique captures, making “visible”, those numerous color transitions that are not perceived by the human eye.
The use of mathematical statistics helps to eliminate the influence of random factors on the result to the maximum extent: data processing in accordance with the Fisher test, accepted in world testing practice, leaves no doubt about the reliability and objectivity of the assessment of the washability of a particular stain.
Only the fulfillment of these conditions ensures the comparability of test results and turns “post-washing” into qualified tests.

WASHING FACTORS

MECHANICAL IMPACT (WASHING EFFECT):

ensures interaction between laundry, washing powder and water

CHEMISTRY (WASHING POWDER):

reduces the surface tension of water
serves as a binding agent for hardness components when softening water
is a contaminant solvent
has a bleaching effect on fabrics

TEMPERATURE:

enhances the effect of individual components of the washing powder
reduces chemical reaction time

WATER:

moisturizes the fabric
dissolves washing powder
washes away and removes dirt
conducts heat

Not everything is new - just a remake of the old

In order not to lose in competition, commodity producers are faced with the need to introduce a new product to the market as often as possible. It is in the “News” segment that the frontline of the struggle for the consumer lies, to whom you always serve something fresh.
Technological progress, however, does not keep pace with the unbridled desire of the manufacturer to constantly amaze its consumer with something new. You can’t get enough new products in such quantity, and manipulations with “re-facing” are used: not newly created products are presented as such by cleverly giving them a new face, image. And it passes! The deception, in general, is not great, but it is a deception! So, without a twinge of conscience, a product that has been on the market for a long time is passed off as “revolutionary new”, but... with a slightly changed name, in new packaging, and, naturally, at a new price!
We are, of course, not just talking about washing powders. This technique is “Everything new is just a remake of the old!” – universal in marketing. Cosmetic “rejuvenation” of products that set the teeth on edge is presented as a change in the model range with a corresponding increase in price. But in reality it turns out that a familiar and cheaper product from 2-3 years ago is no worse than such a “super new product”.
Washing powders belong to that category of products in which it is especially difficult to surprise with something fundamentally new, since they all consist of a set of the same components. Nothing fundamentally different has yet been invented. But there is a need for continuous improvement of quality.

Manufacturers of detergents, constantly improving their quality, thereby respond to improving the quality of those products, the use of which leads to contamination of clothes and other items. The more high-quality, durable paints, hair dyes and other potential contaminants in our clothes become, the greater the cleaning power of washing powders. Such dialectics! When children drew with slate pencils, there was no need for detergents, which are now indispensable with the advent of felt-tip pens, markers, etc.
Products that use strong dyes are becoming a growing problem. Today you can paint fences with other drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)!
An increase in cleaning power is achieved by creating a more successful composition with the introduction of additional types of enzymes, ensuring increased chemical purity of the components and special care of their mixing. This becomes possible as a result of scientific research and the introduction of high technologies.

Let's talk about tests confirming the high quality of detergents, using the example of cooperation in this direction with the Henkel company, which produces the world-famous Persil.

Persil vs Persil. Comparative tests

The Henkel company, not in words, but in deeds demonstrating respect for its consumers, was one of the first to precede the advertising campaign of its new products with their tests in Rostest-Moscow, which should confirm the reliability of the declared properties and qualities.
The startup began testing the Persil “POWER PERSIL” AUTOMAT synthetic detergent produced by a new (at that time) formula in comparison with its own product of the previous generation. The task was to obtain documentary evidence that the new product actually has more effective cleaning power.
Coffee and tea, wine and juice, grass, chocolate, dirt, hamburger grease, cosmetics, carrots, tomatoes, oil... According to statistics, it is precisely this kind of pollution that we most often annoyingly stain our things with. It is clear that leading manufacturers of synthetic detergents compete primarily in removing precisely this type of stain.
The comparative testing program for the new product and the prototype included 20 test cycles for 15 stains in two temperature conditions - “Cotton 40°” and “Cotton 60°”.
Processing of the obtained data using the Fisher test stated that the new synthetic detergent Persil “POWER PERSIL” AUTOMAT is characterized by a higher cleaning ability: for six contaminants the new product showed a “higher” result in comparison with the synthetic detergent produced previously, and for nine - even “ much higher":

coffee (much higher)
tea (much higher)
young red wine (above)
grass (much higher)
chocolate (much higher)
tomato puree (above)
blood (above)
grass and dirt (much higher)
red wine (much higher)
pigment + oil (above)
cosmetics (much higher)
colored olive oil (above)

For those who prefer handmade

For those who prefer washing by hand (as they say, “in a basin”), we present the results of comparative tests of a synthetic detergent of a new formula for hand washing SMS “Persil for hand washing (hand wash)” with a previously produced product. For six contaminations, the new product showed “higher” results, and for five - “significantly higher”:

coffee (above)
tea (much higher)
black currant (much higher)
blueberry juice (much higher)
grass (above)
chocolate (much higher)
tomato puree (above)
blood (much higher)
carrots + mashed potatoes (above)
cosmetics (above)
hamburger fat (above)

So if, unfortunately, one of the above stains appears on your things, this is not yet a reason to be seriously upset: to regain the lost cleanliness, you don’t even need to bother with the washing machine. In this case, it is enough to have a basin on hand and an SMS message “Persil for hand wash”

PERSIL v. COMPETITOR

At the next stage, the task was posed more acutely: the experts were asked, as they say, to compare PERSIL GOLD, which had just appeared then, with the best analogue available on the Russian market.
Self-assessment of products based on comparison with analogues is provided for by most quality assessment models, but enterprises are extremely reluctant to do it. Competitors often prefer not to notice each other point-blank, preferring in advertising campaigns to risklessly compare their products with some abstract, hypothetical (even such a definition has appeared!) analogue, slyly called “ordinary”. Perhaps this is the first time that a manufacturer has offered to conduct an independent examination of the quality of its products in comparison with a truly real and strongest analogue on the market.

The goal was by no means to “put down” a competitor and build their PR on such anti-advertising - this would contradict the ethics of this kind of comparative testing. Therefore, what kind of powder was used for comparison was not made public. But experts guaranteed that this was not some hypothetical analog convenient for comparison, but a very real competitor of the same class, “weight category” and price range.
The CMC Persil Gold sample, in comparison with the analogue sample when washed in automatic drum-type washing machines on the “cotton 60°C” program, after processing the results according to the Fisher test, showed significantly better washing ability for the following contaminants:
Textile base "Cotton":

red paint for painting.

Textile base “Mixed composition (polyester 65% and cotton 35%)”:

rust
markers (orange, pink)
hair dye (chestnut N3, medium blond N6, silver blond C10, black N1)
paint for painting (red, green).

Textile base "Polyester":

rust,
markers (orange, pink, green)
hair dye (fire red R15, dark chestnut N2, chestnut N3, medium blond N6, pearl blonde A10, silver blonde C10, black N1)

paint for painting (yellow, red, green),
coffee (CFT BC-2),
tea (CFT VS-3),
black currant (CFT CS-12),
blueberry juice (СFT CS-15),
red wine (CFT CS-103),
chocolate drink (CFT CS-44).

What standard gold PERSIL

Among the “experimental” detergents was PERSIL GOLD PLUS powder. Its principal feature is that it is environmentally friendly - it does not contain phosphates, which are replaced by a special modified system of components that effectively work against hardness salts and at the same time dissolve in water without any problems.
Before releasing a new environmentally friendly product onto the market, the manufacturer decided to answer, as they say, the question that naturally arises among consumers: will it be worse in cleaning ability than its predecessor, albeit less environmentally friendly? The question, frankly speaking, is a burning one. In theory and in words, we are all sincerely for the environment! Under one condition, however: if it doesn’t cost us anything personally! If you need to take an extra step to get to the ballot box, the piece of paper ends up on the sidewalk. And if the most environmentally friendly powder turns out to be not as “washing” and less economical than a non-ecological one, then it will simply become uncompetitive. This, unfortunately, is the logic of the market. In short, consumers should be confident that by switching to an environmentally friendly detergent, they will not lose in the quality of their laundry.

In order not to be unfounded in promising statements, the Henkel company proposed to Rostest-Moscow to conduct an examination of the general cleaning ability of the powder of the ecological formulation PERSIL GOLD PLUS and, based on its results, confirm or refute the manufacturer’s claim that it is functionally not inferior to phosphate-containing products.
Tests have shown: PERSIL GOLD PLUS of the phosphate-free formulation is not inferior to either its predecessor or the strongest analogues (its name is not disclosed, as required by professional ethics).

Test 1

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with its predecessor Persil Gold, when washed in the “cotton 30°C” program, showed significantly better washing ability against the following stains applied to 100% cotton textiles:

chocolate drink (CFT CS-44).
cherry juice (B&J)
chocolate ice cream 1 (Asda)
raspberry juice (Del Monte)
chocolate milkshake (Frij)
raspberry ice cream (Tesco)

Test 2

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with Persil Gold, when washed on the “cotton 60°C” program, showed significantly better washing ability in relation to the following stains applied to 100% cotton textiles:

cherry juice (B&J)
chocolate ice cream 1 (Asda)
chocolate ice cream 2 (Carte D'or)
chocolate ice cream 3 (Vienetta)
raspberry juice (Del Monte)
chocolate milkshake (Frijj)

Test 3

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with the best competing analogue, when washed on the “cotton 60°C” program, showed significantly better washing ability against the following stains applied to 100% cotton textiles:

tea (CFT BC-3)
chocolate drink (CFT CS-44)

Test 4

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with the best competing analogue, when washed on the “cotton 30°C” program, showed significantly better washing ability against the following contaminants applied to 100% polyester textiles:

ink (Librolino)

Test 5

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with the best competing analogue, when washed on the “cotton 60°C” program, showed significantly better washing ability in relation to the following stains applied to 100% polyester textiles:

sunflower oil (“Golden seed”)

Test 6

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with a combination of competing analogues, when washed on the “cotton 60°C” program, showed significantly better washing ability against the following contaminants:

raspberry ice cream (Tesco) (textile – 100% cotton)
ink (Librolino) (textiles – both 100% cotton and 100% polyester)
sunflower oil (“Golden seed”) (textile - 100% cotton)

Test 7

Persil Gold Plus, in comparison with a combination of competing analogues, when washed on the “cotton 60°C” program, showed equal washing ability against the following contaminants:

blueberry juice (standard CFT CS-15)
grass (CFT CS-8)
coffee (CFT BC-2)

As we have already said, automatic washing machines are designed to use low-foam washing powders. Therefore, when washing with an automatic machine, do not use detergents intended for hand washing, which are specially made with increased foaming. Choose powders that show either a front-loading machine or a loading hatch on the packaging. The word "matic" may be used to refer to reduced foaming powders.

Keep in mind that increased foaming with all the ensuing unpleasant consequences also results from exceeding the dosage recommended by the manufacturer, even of special, “correct” washing powders. So, when using the powder for the first time, even if it says that it is intended for automatic washing machines, but does not provide dosage recommendations, we advise you to make sure that the level of foam during washing is not higher than the top edge of the hatch (in front-loading machines ). Otherwise, it would be wiser to refuse to use it in the future.

If the machine is not fully loaded, reduce the amount of detergent accordingly.

Liquid detergents are used for washing at temperatures not exceeding 60 °C. Their use eliminates the use of a pre-wash cycle, so the amount of detergent recommended on the package applies directly to the main wash cycle.

When washing in cold water, reduce the amount of detergent: since it dissolves less readily than in hot water, some of it will be wasted.

Particular attention should be paid to children's washing powder: often the instructions for use recommend pouring children's washing powder directly into the drum directly onto the laundry, and not into a ditch, like ordinary powders.

It is better to dilute the conditioner with water, since it is usually thick and the washing machine does not remove it completely.

Washing powder is superior to laundry soap in many respects. Manufacturers offer formulations for hand and machine washing, with fillers and specific properties, in packaging of different weights. A rich assortment of liquid and bulk powders allows you to wash almost any stain on all types of wardrobe items, linen, and bedding sets.

Which washing powder is best? Reviews of gels and bulk formulations help to compile a rating of laundry detergents. Every year manufacturers offer new types of powders that are safer and of higher quality. In the article, housewives will find a list of the best items for effectively washing children's, colored, white laundry, removing stains, with synthetic and natural ingredients (Eco category).

Types and categories

Manufacturers of household chemicals and home care products and wardrobe items offer washing powders of different price categories, differing in composition (with phosphates, without phosphates, based on natural ingredients), consistency, quality of stain removal and whitening, with and without special additives.

Based on appearance and consistency, detergents are distinguished:

Liquid (gels).
Bulk (dry powders).

The first category has more advantages; this variety is often used for washing children's underwear and clothes of people suffering from allergic reactions to detergents and synthetic components. The second type of washing powder is more actively used to remove stains from aggressive dirt and persistent traces of grease, paint, ink, and oils.

The bulk variety of laundry detergents is often cheaper due to the addition of inexpensive components that improve stain removal, but are harmful to the environment and human health (phosphates, sulfates). It is important to pay attention to the percentage of anionic and non-anionic surfactants (surfactants). The components improve the properties of the powder, but in excess concentration have a negative impact on the environment.

The gel-like form has a positive effect on the degree of freshness of linen and wardrobe items; the products have a more delicate effect on fibers and the environment; the fabric retains its shape and properties longer. One of the popular varieties with high impact efficiency is Ariel and Tide linen in soft packaging.

for washing white linen;
for washing colored laundry;
with stain remover;
with active whitening properties;
for children's things;
eco-gels and powders;
for black fabrics;
for delicate washing of delicate items.

Advantages of bulk powders:

cope with old and difficult stains;
are cheaper than gels;
actively remove dirt at temperatures from 30 to 90 degrees;
can be used while boiling laundry;
wide range for different types of material and types of clothing;
wide price range;
many loose powders have a pronounced smell (not all housewives like it);
ease of use;
Many formulations contain components to protect washing machine elements from scale.

There are also disadvantages: many formulations contain harmful surfactants and phosphates, the particles irritate the lungs when inhaled, and it is easy to spill the detergent if the packaging is damaged.

What are the advantages of liquid powders? Washing gels have many positive characteristics:

Suitable for washing delicate fabrics and baby clothes;
the absence of the smallest particles and grains prevents the inhalation of components that irritate the respiratory tract;
can be used in cold water;
rich assortment;
many formulations are made based on natural ingredients;
cost savings: 3 liters of gel replace 8-9 kg of loose powder;
pleasant smell after using washing gels;
easy storage, high containers can take up little space;
It is easy to measure the required amount of liquid powder using a measuring cup.

On a note! There are few disadvantages: you should not use the gel at temperatures above 60 C; to combat old, difficult to remove (oil, grease) stains you will need powder and a special composition. It is important to pay attention when purchasing to the expiration date: liquid laundry detergent is stored without loss of properties for a shorter period of time than powder.

Review of the best products

There are hundreds of items in several categories on the market for compositions for effectively washing various types of laundry. The review shows the best brands of bulk and liquid powders. For optimal washing quality, manufacturers advise purchasing a product taking into account the type of fabric, degree of soiling, the presence or absence of difficult stains, and the thickness of the material. Allergy sufferers are suitable only for environmentally friendly products and gel form of anti-pollution formulations.

The softness of washed clothes is given by conditioner, which is added to the container of the washing machine. A few drops of essential oil or your favorite perfume will give your laundry a pleasant aroma. When adding tea tree or fir ether, not only does freshness appear, but the material is also disinfected using natural ingredients.

Bulk powders

Popular brands and types:

Tide.
Ariel.
Gala.
Sarma.
Luxus.
Frosch.
Domal.
GALLON.
Persil.

Liquid products

The best names of liquid washing powders:

BioMio.
Burti.
Devox.
Power Wash.
Weasel.
Ariel.
Tide.

For white laundry

Liquid, gel-like and bulk compositions effectively refresh whiteness:

Pervol.
Ariel.
DAV Professional.
Gallus.
Laura.
DenkMit White.
Persil for white linen.
Tomy.
ONIX.
Saamix.
Feel Eco.
Balans.
Power Wash.
Wirex.
Organics.
Deox.
Airy.
DenkMit White Sensations.
White sails.

For persistent stains and yellowing of fabrics, add effective Vanish Oxy Action bleach to the machine compartment. It is important to read the label on the package and clarify: when washing what types of fabrics it is allowed to use a powerful bleaching agent.

For colored laundry

Best compositions:

Domal.
Burti Noir.
Gallon.
Lyon Top Hygia.
Pervol freshness of color.
Perwoll for black.
Ariel Color Liquid.
Burti for colored and delicate laundry.
Myth Frosty freshness.
Ariel liquid washing powder Mountain spring.
Mollecola for colored linen.
Weasel Liquid Silk.
Attak BioEx gel.
Nissan Fa-Fa for colored linen.
Ariel gel capsules.

Handwash

Popular brands:

Sarma (chlorine-free with disinfectant effect).
Ariel de Luxe Clean (hand wash).
Gala Tender Hands.
Tide.

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Names for children's things

The best option is to use a gel:

BabyLine.
Sodasan.
Synergetic.
Aqua baby.
Burti Baby.
Gallinca.
Garden Kids.
Meine liebe.
I was born.
Cotico.
Stork.
Eared nanny (powder).

Many mothers prefer more expensive baby washing powders made from natural ingredients. Eco-friendly, safe formulations do not irritate children's skin, unlike some bulk products from popular brands. Before purchasing, you need to find out reviews from mothers about the quality and effect of various types of powders on the delicate epidermis of babies.

Eco-friendly washing powders

Best brands:

Garden.
Faberlic.
Frosch.
Delamark Royal Powder.
Tobbi Kids.
Meine Liebe
Ecover Zero.

Which washing powder cleans best? There are many effective synthetic products and formulations with a natural base on sale. The rating of the best brands, reviews from colleagues, girlfriends, neighbors, and relatives will help you choose the best option. Many housewives use liquid powders and gels, but at home there should always be a package of powdered product to combat complex stains and old, difficult to remove marks. It is useful to buy compositions for washing colored and white laundry, combined types. After the baby is born, you will additionally need liquid and gel products to remove dirt from baby things.

What is better to choose: gel or laundry detergent? Useful recommendations in the following video.

The modern market is oversaturated with detergents and cleaning products, among which it is difficult to choose a high-quality and safe powder. It is important that it effectively removes dirt and stains without spoiling things or causing an allergic reaction, which is especially common among young children. Let's look at how to choose washing powder for a machine or for hand washing.

Rules for choosing and using powder

Select products based on the type of laundry and type of soiling. For moderate stains, use standard washing powders; to remove difficult stains and whiten, use products containing special ingredients.

In addition, you can find universal products. However, it is better to purchase different products for different types of fabric and types of washing, then you will achieve the desired result and preserve things for a long time.

Before using any product, be sure to look at the label on the clothing or other items you are going to wash. Perhaps the item cannot be washed by hand or machine, or only needs to be used on a specific washing cycle.

In addition, some fabrics cannot be washed with products containing bleach or chlorine. You will find the explanation of the symbols on the label.

Regardless of the type of powder, pour as much product as indicated on the package. An increased dosage will lead to excess foam in the machine. When washing in cold or cool water, add less powder, as it dissolves less easily at low temperatures. Before buying a product, be sure to study the composition.

Powder composition

Almost every washing powder contains surfactants or surfactants and phosphates, which wash away dirt from things and reduce water hardness. Please note that ecological (biopowders) and children's products contain a minimal amount of surfactants and phosphates or do not include these substances at all.

The powders also contain various additives, flavors and dyes, fragrances and other additional components, including:

Enzymes eliminate biological contaminants, including grass, blood, etc. Products containing these substances are not suitable for washing children's clothes and using in hot water, since at high temperatures they disintegrate and cease to work;
Polymers protect the fabric from dirt settling on the surface;
Fragrances eliminate unpleasant odors and give things a fresh, light aroma;
Lanolin and other softeners are used to wash delicate fabrics to maintain the shape of the items. This composition is used for lace, knitwear and mixed fabrics;
Defoamers are added to machine washable laundry detergents;
Chlorides and fluorides are added for disinfection. This is a very aggressive composition, when using which you must wear rubber gloves.

Not only efficiency and respect for the fabric are of great importance, but also the safety of the powder. The composition should not release toxic elements or cause irritation or an allergic reaction. The product must have a safety certificate and contain a corresponding sign on the packaging.

Be careful, this sign may also appear on a counterfeit product. But unlike the fake, real good washing powder is packaged in cardboard boxes, while the first option is placed in plastic bags. This packaging method is cheaper.

Types of powders

White clothing products contain optical, chemical or oxygen brighteners. The latter option is used for delicate fabrics. It is suitable for people with sensitive skin and prone to allergic reactions. Such powders contain the mark “Active oxygen” on the packaging;
Products for wool and silk materials should have a delicate, gentle composition and have a gentle effect. Silk and wool are easily deformed and damaged, so you should be careful with silk products. A suitable option in this case would be liquid washing gels;
Products for colored clothing contain a large number of enzymes, surfactants and polymers. This composition effectively removes stains, while maintaining and protecting the color of clothing for a long time;
Powders and liquid gels for washing dark clothes do not leave soapy streaks on dark and black clothes, like other products;
Aggressive powders and chlorinated bleaches are used for washing heavily soiled work clothes. By the way, repeated rinsing will reduce the harmful effects of such products. After the procedure, leave the clothes to sit for several days and only then put them on.

How to choose powder for machine and hand washing

It is not recommended to use the same powders for both types of washing. Many people are interested in how these funds differ. The hand wash product foams strongly when interacting with water, which helps remove dirt and stains. But the foam will damage the washing drum, so this product cannot be used for machine washing, as the foam will damage the washing drum.

For washing in a washing machine, choose the right automatic powder, preferably with special additives to prevent scale and deposits in order to extend the life of the device. By the way, special water filters will protect you from scale and plaque. Read how to purify tap water.

Automatic powder is not suitable for hand washing, as it contains substances that suppress the formation of foam. And without the required volume of foam, things simply cannot be washed.

Ten best washing powders

Bimax 100 stains is a universal product that is suitable for most types of material, except silk and wool. Removes heavy stains, including stains from food, coffee and other drinks. It features economical and convenient packaging, but is difficult to dissolve and dilute in cold water;
Ariel “Mountain Spring” and “Color” give results even in ice water, eliminating stains and unpleasant odors. But they can provoke an allergic reaction and are not suitable for delicate fabrics;
Frosch Color is a hypoallergenic concentrated product with a mild composition without a strong odor. Contains aloe vera, is used sparingly and eliminates contaminants in cold water without damaging things. But it does not cope with old stains and has a high price;
Sarma Active is suitable for most types of fabric, white and colored clothing. It is characterized by low cost and economical consumption. It effectively removes difficult stains and kills bacteria, without containing harmful chlorine. However, it does not give results in cold water, is difficult to rinse and has an aggressive composition;
Tide “White Clouds” is great for washing white clothes and removes stubborn stains from cosmetics, food and drinks, including stains from chocolate and red wine. It is economically consumed, but has a strong specific odor;
Ecover is an ultra-concentrated modern powder without phosphates, dyes, fragrances and optical brighteners. The environmentally friendly product does not cause irritation or other negative consequences, and easily washes things even in ice water. Suitable for allergy sufferers and children, not harmful to the environment, as it is completely destroyed;
Losk 9 Total system is a universal product suitable for almost every type of fabric, except wool and silk. Gives a good washing result, but has a strong odor and can cause allergies;
Nordland ECO is another environmentally friendly product without phosphates, dyes, flavors and other harmful elements. Effectively removes contaminants, is completely washed out and odorless, decomposes by 90%. It is used for both hand and machine washing and is highly expensive;
Persil Expert Color is an effective stain remover for colored fabrics with softening ingredients. Dissolves in water in a few seconds, acts already at the first stage of washing and protects the color;
Top House Super Effect is a universal concentrated product for washing white and colored items. Works well on stains. It is distinguished by economical consumption and high price.

Effect of phosphate-free powder

Washing powder without phosphates is distinguished by the fact that it is environmentally friendly and safe for humans. It does not cause an allergic reaction, skin irritation and does not reduce immunity. In addition, this powder can be washed in any water, since temperature does not affect the action of the product. It is suitable for washing delicate fabrics in cool or cold water and for everyday washing.

When using a phosphate-free product, you do not need to actively rub things; just soak the clothes for 6-8 hours and then rinse them in clean water. This powder is completely dissolved and does not contain lime, so the composition is easily washed out and does not remain on clothes.

Items do not need to be rinsed many times. In addition, this product has an unlimited shelf life due to the content of specific components.

Today, many housewives choose phosphate-free powder due to its effectiveness and safety. In addition, it is also harmless to the environment, since the components break down into organic substances. The only disadvantage of this product is its high cost.

How to choose baby washing powder

Choose products specifically marked “powder for newborns” or “baby powder.” These are hypoallergenic soft gentle compositions. By the way, the age of the child for whom the product should be used is often indicated on the packaging. Also pay attention to this.

Before choosing baby laundry detergent and purchasing a product, carefully study the expiration date and composition. Children's products should include up to 10% phosphates and up to 4-5% surfactants. However, formulations without these elements are considered the safest. Such powders are made from natural plant and soap bases.

Children's detergents and cosmetics must have quality certificates, which you can request in the store. Let's determine which baby powder is better.

Ten best washing powders for children

Eared nanny is an affordable and inexpensive Russian-made powder that is suitable for washing clothes for newborns and older children. It removes stubborn stains even in cold water, washes well and retains the presentable appearance of items after repeated washing. This is a fairly popular remedy in Russia, but many mothers note the appearance of an allergic reaction in their babies;
Stork is a hypoallergenic Russian product that is suitable for newborns and small children. Contains aloe vera, has a mild soothing effect. Removes difficult stains already at 35 degrees and rinses well, which reduces the risk of allergies;
World of Childhood is a natural hypoallergenic product that is perfect for newborn babies. It removes complex stains and disinfects things, has an antibacterial effect, does not dry or irritate the skin when washed by hand, and does not cause allergies. However, the powder is difficult to rinse out and has a high price;
The children's myth is a synthetic composition based on natural soap containing optical brightener and fragrance. Harmful substances can trigger allergies, so the product is recommended for children over 1-2 years old and without a tendency to allergies. It washes white laundry well and protects the washing machine from plaque and scale;
Tide for children is similar in action to Myth and is not safe for newborns, but has a softer and calming effect due to the content of aloe vera and chamomile extract. Effectively removes stains and protects the washing machine from scale and deposits;
Snubs are another Russian-made powder that is fragrance-free and does not create powder dust, which reduces the risk of an allergic reaction. It protects the color and maintains the aesthetic appearance of clothes, but does not foam well and sometimes does not remove difficult stains;
Our Mom is a concentrated product that includes string, chamomile extract and other natural ingredients. Used for newborn babies and older children, does not cause allergies, disinfects products and kills bacteria, does not dry out the skin when hand washed;
Babyline is an oxygen stain remover from Germany based on natural soap, acts at low temperatures and contains elements that prevent the formation of scale;
Garden kids has received a lot of positive feedback from parents. This is an environmentally friendly concentrated powder without fragrance, which contains silver ions. It is used for children from the first days of life and does not cause a negative reaction; it effectively removes complex stains. However, it is quite difficult to find and buy Garden kids even in an online store;
Amway is an American expensive concentrated powder that easily removes the most difficult and stubborn stains, quickly dissolves, leaves no sediment or traces, kills bacteria and disinfects things. Does not provoke an allergic reaction and is suitable for babies over one year old.

Some mothers use laundry soap to wash children's clothes. But experts do not recommend using this product in this case, since due to the alkali content it can cause irritation on the skin. Choose special baby powders with a safe composition or dilute a mild soap solution using neutral liquid soap.

In order for your washing machine to serve you for as long as possible, while causing as few problems as possible, it is not enough to simply follow the recommended operating rules for the device (although this is, of course, one of the most important factors). Equally important is the correct choice of detergents, primarily washing powder.

Housewives usually give preference to one particular brand, changing it no more often than once every few years. At the same time, they can be guided by a variety of considerations - favorable price, pleasant aroma, brand recognition, etc. But when choosing a washing powder, we rarely think about how our choice affects the condition of the washing machine.

In this article, we will tell you about how low-quality washing powder can damage the washing machine mechanism and what criteria a high-quality laundry detergent must meet. We will also try to give you some recommendations on choosing a washing powder, which we hope will help you navigate the huge variety of products presented on store shelves.

Requirements

When choosing a washing powder, we have to solve several problems at once, because the purchased product must not only wash things well and be safe for household members, but also “treat” the internal parts of the washing machine with care.

A good laundry detergent must meet the following basic requirements:

cope with different types of pollution;
wash clothes well, giving them freshness;
dissolves well and is washed off with water;
do not contain hazardous components;
do not cause allergies or irritation to the skin;
do not settle on the internal elements of the washing machine;
do not clog the filters.

Compound

The quality of washing powder is largely determined by its chemical composition. In addition to the main active ingredient, most washing powders contain various additives that provide a pleasant aroma, a conditioning effect, prevention of scale formation, etc.

Powders that have passed the appropriate certification should not contain aggressive chemicals; All components of such products must be safe for human life and health. There is an opinion among experts that phosphates, which are added to washing powder to reduce water hardness, can be harmful, which is why the production and sale of phosphate-free household chemicals is now actively underway.

How to conduct a quality test

Testing washing powder at home is quite difficult because the quality of washing is only one of the criteria by which a given product is evaluated. How the use of a particular washing powder affects the condition of the washing machine can only be determined through special, lengthy tests.

Of course, there are organizations that conduct research on the quality of washing powders, comparing products from different manufacturers according to several key parameters. Such research requires a lot of time and money, since it requires purchasing not only household chemicals, but also washing machines.

Review of popular brands

In recent years, many studies have been conducted to analyze the quality of products on the household chemicals market and select the best laundry detergents. We have displayed the results of these studies in table form for convenience.

*Name*	*Manufacturer*	*Peculiarities*	*average price*
	OJSC "Nevskaya Kosmetika"	suitable for all types of washing; has an antibacterial effect; does not contain chlorine	79 rub. per pack 500 g
"Eared Nanny"	OJSC "Nevskaya Kosmetika"	designed for washing children's clothes; hypoallergenic; does not contain soap	316 rub. per package 2.4 kg
		has a pleasant citrus aroma; removes complex stains well thanks to the “Stain Detector” formula	290 rub. per package 3 kg
"Color Aloe Vera"		is a concentrated powder; retains the color of things well; recommended for washing at temperatures from 30 to 60 degrees	500 rub. per pack 1.35 kg
	Procter & Gamble	does not contain bleaching components; washes different types of stains well;	450 rub. for 3 kg
"Weasel Shine of Color"		liquid laundry detergent; handles fabric fibers delicately; restores color saturation	400 rub. per bottle 2 l
"Bos Plus" Maximum	JSC "Aist"	bleaching agent with the functions of washing powder; active substance – active oxygen; has a disinfecting effect	49 rub. per pack 300 g
	Neon Corporation Australia	washing powder concentrate; suitable for washing at any temperature; has a caring effect	350 rub. per pack 650 g
Ariel Active Gel Capsules	Procter & Gamble	gel-like laundry detergent in capsules; loaded directly into drum	500 rub. per package 805 g (23 capsules)

Only powders with appropriate markings are suitable for use in automatic washing machines. The mark “automatic” on the packaging means that the washing powder does not produce abundant foam, which is harmful for washing machines, as it can damage the unit.
Pay attention to the labeling, which indicates that the product has passed all necessary tests, received appropriate certification and is safe for health. If the packaging says that the powder is non-toxic or environmentally friendly, this gives it an advantage.
You should at least skim through the chemical composition of washing powder. For most of us, this information will mean little, but we need to be wary if the product contains more than 5% surfactants (surfactants) and more than 12% phosphates.
You can extend the life of things if you use a different type of washing powder for each type of fabric. Of course, this is not at all economical, but for your favorite woolen or silk items it is still worth purchasing a special detergent.

Where is the best place to load laundry detergent?

The washing machine has a special feeder with a dispenser for washing powder and conditioner. Everyone who has used an automatic washing machine at least once in their life knows where it is. However, some people prefer to pour laundry detergents not into a special container, but directly into the drum. Is it correct?

Experts say that only gel or laundry capsules should be loaded directly into the drum. In all other cases, you need to use a feeder. But housewives also often have difficulties with it, because in most models of washing machines the dispenser consists of several compartments.

It’s quite easy to figure it out, you just need to fill in the symbols. The “flower”, “star” or “snowflake” icon indicates that this compartment is intended for conditioner or rinse aid. Roman numerals or letters of the Latin alphabet indicate washing stages. So, in compartments I and A you need to pour powder for pre-soaking, and in compartments II and B - for the main stage of washing.

How much powder should I add?

The recommended dosage of washing powder is usually indicated on the product packaging, but this information cannot always be trusted. The fact is that manufacturers strive to increase sales of their products (and this is absolutely normal). In order for customers to buy washing powder more often, they need to use it up faster, and without increasing the frequency of washing, this can only be done by increasing the consumption of the product. Therefore, the packaging often indicates the maximum dosage, which can be safely halved. The standard dosage of washing powder is approximately 1 tbsp. funds for 1 kg of things.

Having received a salary, everyone has a shopping list, and when a test purchase is planned, washing powder is certainly included in the leading list along with other purchases for the home.

As you know, there are a lot of laundry detergents, and let's see which washing powder is good, and the rating of the 12 best will help you make a choice in favor of quality.

Naturally, it’s difficult to talk about which washing powder is better, especially without knowing your washing preferences. Therefore, before you buy the first machine powder you come across, familiar from advertising, you need to determine its purpose.

So, before choosing a washing powder, choose a specific group for yourself, for example:

Group "universal". This group necessarily includes a wide variety of powders, one that is suitable for white linen, synthetics, and colored fabrics. Also, such products remove a large amount of contaminants.
Group "special". This group of powders for automatic machines includes those that contain special additives that combat a certain type of contamination, for example, yellowness or grayness of laundry.
Group "standard". As a rule, the best powder from this group is suitable for frequent washing and for not very soiled items.

Of course, when choosing which powder will be best for washing, you need to check your clothes based on the quality of its constituent substances and try not to pay attention to the name.

It is known that a safe powder, in which there are few active substances, weakly removes stubborn dirt. The same thing happens on the contrary, the best powder that removes stubborn stains is not happy with its quality and price.

Among other things, the best washing powder should not cause allergies. It is quite possible to find one on the shelves. If you are looking for a truly high-quality product, then you need to rely on your needs, or more precisely on what types of stains you most often handle, as well as what types of fabrics predominate in your wardrobe.

The best inexpensive washing powders

If with many products the rule is that price directly affects quality, then with powder this is not always the case. Of course, no one will deny that the ranking of the best washing powders certainly includes well-known brands of manufacturers, such as Procter & Gamble, Nevskaya Cosmetics, Persil, etc.

But the winner is not the most recognizable product, but the one that has passed testing and is necessarily harmless and of high quality. But finding cheap products that meet environmental standards and can remove dirt with 100% probability is almost impossible.

But despite this, the cheap rating of washing powders included the unpromoted Ariel or Tide. Even if the name of the product does not evoke any associations in memory, this does not prevent it from getting into the TOP of 2016 and 2017, which passed the test of washing powders among consumers and copes well with the task assigned to them.

So, which powder is better for you, our small TOP, which contains the most affordable laundry detergents, will answer you.

Sarma-Automatic Mountain freshness

If you have a lot of white laundry and you wash it often, then you will probably need quite a bit of powder to satisfy the need for frequent washing. Naturally, every housewife wants to save money, especially when it comes to expensive detergents.

One of the laundry detergents is Sarma powder, which is also used for colored laundry. This powder perfectly exhibits its properties in the form of whitening, thanks to the enzymes included in the composition.

Eared nanny

For those parents who constantly struggle with stains from juices, paints and grass, the “Eared Nanny” product is perfect. Of course, the advertisement in the photo, which demonstrates its hypoallergenicity with inscriptions, has nothing to do with this, since children are still sensitive to the substances included in the composition, namely phosphates.

But if these substances were not contained there, then it would not cope so well with various types of contaminants that ordinary powders rarely or not completely wash off.

Bimax 100 spots

No less effective in terms of fighting for cleanliness from all kinds of stains is Bimax powder, which is used for almost any type of linen (with the exception of delicate fabrics).

Many note its high effectiveness in combating difficult stains. But this powder has poor solubility at low temperatures, as well as poor removal when washing “Mini”.

Losk 9 Total system automatic Mountain Lake

For housewives accustomed to the practicality and versatility of detergents, powder from the Losk company is perfect. This product is used as a powder for cleaning various surfaces, and can also be used for its intended purpose on any type of fabric.

The only drawback for which it is reproached is its strong aroma that can cause allergic reactions.

Persil Expert Color automatic

It is quite difficult to choose a product for washing colored clothes, especially when they are subject to frequent contamination. Many powders containing bleaches affect colors and make them white, but Persil helps preserve color.

Afterwards, the washing powder refreshes the clothes with new colors. Also, the components included in the composition perfectly fulfill their purpose in removing stains.

The best washing powders: price - quality

Of course, the name that every best washing powder machine has is not sold for pennies. Consequently, the washing powder corresponds in quality to its price and vice versa, but this does not always happen.

Sometimes manufacturers completely forget about the quality of raw materials, as well as their safety for the body. As a result, not only the reputation of the manufacturer suffers, but also human health. Cases of counterfeits, especially popular brands, are also possible.

In any case, if you are sure that the washing powder you buy in the store is original, then be sure to pay attention to its composition. After all, as mentioned above, price and quality vary.

Ariel Mountain spring automatic

As always, Ariel is considered one of the best detergents; this powder is not only capable of removing dirt at temperatures below 20-30 degrees, but also has a subtle, unobtrusive aroma.

Many note that the consumption of this product is quite economical, but the cost and attitude towards some delicate fabrics leaves much to be desired.

Persil submachine gun "Frosty Arctic"

But you should understand that the composition contains optical brighteners, which means that when washing white clothes, you will see the illusion of whiteness, and not actually bleached fabric. Also, the existing fragrance often becomes a problem for people prone to allergies.

Ecover ZERO NON BIO Universal

If you are looking for an environmentally friendly product to wash your clothes, then the Belgian Ecover ZERO will not disappoint you. This powder is intended for those people who care about their health and their loved ones.

There is nothing in the composition that could cause a reaction in the body to its substances, since only BIO-surfactants are found here. Also, this product is odorless, which certainly places it in the ranking of the best and most harmless.

Tide White Clouds

If you do not suffer from allergies, and frequent feasts force you to remove all kinds of stains from the tablecloth, then Tide is one of the few that can clean everything that satisfied and well-fed guests left behind.

This product not only copes with traces of coffee or wine, it can also remove lipstick stains. It also has the advantage of being cost-effective.

Top House Super Effect

For those housewives who are used to using a lot of powder in one wash, it’s time to change the product. This excellent, economical helper is Top House powder concentrate.

For washing, this product will last for a long time, since its strong concentration requires the use of a small amount at a time. It washes colored and white laundry with equal efficiency. But the disadvantage is the high price.

Which powder is best for white laundry?

Of course, if you want to find a good washing powder specifically for white laundry, then you need to choose a composition that contains safe bleaches. As a rule, safe washing powders contain either optical or oxygen brighteners.

This composition option is the most preferable, since chlorine-containing substances are poorly washed out and can significantly affect human health, especially children, and always not for the better.

Therefore, if you are looking for a safe laundry detergent that whitens, rather than just creates the illusion of whiteness, then choose one with oxygen-containing substances. But don’t forget, when choosing washing powder you should base it on what things you will use it for.

If you do not suffer from allergies, then any laundry detergent is suitable for you, as long as bleach (in powder or liquid form) is used separately.

But if bleaching powder is purchased with the goal of making baby diapers and baby vests whiter, then it is better to avoid aggressive formulations to avoid skin rashes.

Which powder is the most harmless?

Naturally, a good powder will be gentle and not contain surfactants or have a safe amount of them. Young mothers and housewives will be especially concerned about finding the best laundry detergent.

After all, the safest option for a powder does not mean that it will be useful for washing at all. All safety lies in the fact that the composition usually includes soap shavings, but surfactants are practically not mentioned, the same applies to phosphates.

Of course, such gentle substances are not only harmless to the skin, since they are easily washed out from the fabric fibers, but they are also harmless to the washing machine, since they do not settle on the hoses and are easily washed off from the surface.

But the chosen safe product does not always cope with its task, especially when it comes to children's dirt left from playing on the grass, juices and other dirt. Therefore, choose a product that washes and does not harm your health.

Ecover concentrate

As you know, in order for the powder to perform properly, it needs surfactants that do an excellent job of cleaning fabrics. Naturally, the more surfactants, the better the effect after washing.

But a concentration above 5% indicates that anionic surfactants can have a detrimental effect on human health. Ecover concentrate contains 5-30% of these same anionic surfactants, so it should be used with caution when washing children's clothes.

Baby Speci

We have already said above that children's laundry detergents must be the most gentle, but looking at the packaging, you should not trust written advertising headlines. Before choosing, take a look at the composition.

Baby Speci powder, which is intended for children's clothes, is full of all kinds of surfactants (from 5% and above), as well as optical brighteners, which are difficult to wash out of fabric.

The best washing gels

Just like the best laundry detergent, liquid laundry detergent doesn't come cheap. The thing is that the cost is directly related to the consistency of the substance, and at the same time, laundry gel is much more effective and easier to use compared to powder granules.

These substances are easily washed out of fabric fibers and at the same time cope better with dirt and are intended for delicate items made from natural threads (silk or wool).

But the best detergents, called gels, also have some disadvantages, such as price, low efficiency and leaving residues on the pipes of the machine (if they are abused in quantity).

The most popular liquid products are the following brands of gels::

Persil Expert Gel;
Synergic;
Wellery DELICATE Color Gel.