Concentrated washing powders: review

Concentrated washing powders differ from ordinary because they contain a larger amount of active substances. To choose the most suitable option, you need to understand the features of the various brands on the market.

Main differences from conventional varieties

When using concentrated powders (CP), you need to know how they differ from other types.

1. The most important feature is the presence of a larger number of active substances. At the same time, they contain much less filler, which is sodium sulfate. As a result, the amount of required CP is significantly reduced - it is required on average 1.52 times less.
2. There is a difference in the density of the substance. A concentrated drug, taken in the same volume as a regular one, weighs more.
3. The CP costs more than usual, but its efficiency, calculated per unit of cost, will also be higher. In order for the washing costs to be the same in the described cases, it is necessary to dose the washing powder correctly.

Review of concentrated powders

Most of the concentrated preparations under consideration are produced by foreign manufacturers. A distinctive feature of such CPs is the absence of phosphates in their composition. The following describes the most high-quality and well-known brands.

Attack Multi-Action

Homeland this brand is Japan. This concentrate is intended for use when washing white, light, colored and dark fabrics. Using this powder you can wash items made from natural or artificial fabrics. The concentrate contains:

• stain remover;
• oxygen-containing high-quality bleach;
• air conditioner;
• enzymes;
• soap;
• fragrance.

It is suitable for delicate fabrics.

The composition also includes: zeolite, surfactants and polycarboxylate.

Sold in packages containing 810 g of powder. It can be bought in Russia at prices ranging from 345 to 572 rubles.

When choosing, you need to know the advantages of this brand:

1. The packaging offered by the manufacturer not only looks beautiful, but is also convenient to use.
2. When sold, an additional measuring spoon is provided, allowing you to use 30 or 45 g of powder.
3. This powder is hypoallergenic. There are no allergic reactions when using it.
4. An important feature is the “5 in 1” effect. This concentrated washing powder can remove stains on linen, can fight against the smell of dampness, enhances the brightness of fabric colors, makes washed items softer, and disinfects them.
5. The surfactants and enzymes used are environmentally friendly. After use, they disintegrate and do not harm the environment.
6. This concentrate does not contain chlorine and phosphates and is suitable for children's underwear.
7. As a result of washing using Attack Multi-Action, no white streaks remain.
8. This KP allows you to do effective and high-quality washing using cold water.

Disadvantages should also be noted:

1. The manufacturer claims in advertising messages that one package of concentrated product is equivalent to 3.5 kg of regular powder in its effectiveness. He says it should be enough for 23 washes. On the other hand, customers say that the maximum number of washes using one package is 18 times. However, they do not consider the possibility of incorrect dosage when used.
2. This concentrate is not always able to cope with complex laundry stains.

Burti Baby Compact

This concentrated powder is suitable for washing synthetic and cotton fabrics. He does not contain phosphates. Uses enzymes during the washing process. The composition contains 15% surfactants and 5% nonionic surfactants. Can be used for wool and delicate fabrics.

This CP made in Germany. Each package contains 900 g of concentrate. It can be purchased for 600 rubles.

Its advantages are expressed as follows:

1. Washed items have a pleasant smell.
2. It is completely environmentally friendly. Has no negative impact on the natural environment.
3. Concentrated washing powder has a natural soap base. Washed items become soft and pleasant to the touch.Even kids love things washed with this product.
4. The use of the concentrate is effective in combating stains from chocolate, juice, grass, felt-tip pens or paints - they disappear completely.
5. If clothes have complex and old stains, after washing there will be no trace left of them.
6. The use of this brand of CP does not lead to fading of fabric colors. This effect exists even with a large number of washes. Therefore, the concentrate is suitable for colored laundry.
7. It is completely safe for those who suffer from allergies.
8. Can be used in a variety of washing modes and with water heated to different temperatures.

Unfortunately, this brand has some disadvantages:

1. No measuring spoon provided.
2. Users believe that this product is priced too high.

Burti Baby Liquid

This concentrate is offered to consumers in liquid form. This tool is universal. It does not contain phosphates and is hypoallergenic. This brand is KP made in Germany, 1.5 liters of product will cost about 300 rubles when purchased.

The advantages of this concentrated washing powder are as follows:

1. The product used gives the washed items softness.
2. Light stains are washed well in both hot and cold water.
3. It has a special chemical composition that prevents the formation of scale on the parts of the washing machine.
4. As a result of washing, no pilling occurs.
5. Suitable for washing clothes for children of any age.

The following can be pointed out as disadvantages:

1. The liquid is very soapy. If it gets on your skin, you will have to use a lot of effort to wash it off.
2. Old and difficult stains cannot always be removed using this powder.

Faberlic

This product is intended for universal use: it is suitable for both automatic and hand washing. KP does not contain phosphates. Faberlic is available in two versions:

• having universal action;
• intended for colored fabrics.

The first of these options has bleach complete with activator. The second uses a dye transfer inhibitor to preserve the color of the fabric.

One pack of powder contains 800 g of product. This product can be purchased at a price of 300 rubles per pack.

Faberlic has the following advantages:

1. Consumers are offered a special measuring spoon for powder.
2. This remedy can be considered as economical. Using one pack of product is equivalent to using 3 kg of Ariel washing powder, the price of which is 600 rubles.
3. It is believed that the efficiency of KP Alpine Meadows is 3.5 times higher than that of conventional powder.
4. The smell of washed items is unobtrusive and light - it does not provoke sneezing.
5. This product has proven itself well in cases where it is necessary to remove small stains.

This tool has a number of disadvantages:

1. It is not able to remove old stains on clothes.
2. Although advertising claims mention that KP removes yellow and gray colors from laundry, in practice this does not happen.
3. In some cases, rinsing is insufficient and white streaks may remain on washed items.
4. They contain zeolites. These substances can harm fabrics during washing. They are not completely rinsed and can be harmful to health.

Amway SA8 Premium

This powder has a powerful cleansing effect. Its active component is oxygen. The composition contains 30% nonionic surfactants. Sold in kilogram packs at a price of 775 rubles. This amount of Amway SA8 Premium washing powder is designed for 25 washes with an average load.

This concentrated powder has the following advantages:

1. Able to easily remove both old and difficult stains. In particular, it is able to completely remove stains from blood, egg yolk or grass.
2. The powder can easily dissolve in water.
3. Washed items have a pleasant and unobtrusive aroma. There is no typical smell of regular washing powder.
4. Completely environmentally friendly.
5. Capable of washing effectively in the temperature range from 30 to 95 degrees.
6. Cleans things well.

Disadvantages can be noted:

1. Relatively high price.
2. It is not always rinsed properly after washing.
3. Contains phosphates.

Conclusion

Concentrated washing powders are highly effective, but at the same time their price is higher in relation to ordinary means. When choosing a suitable option, you need to take into account the features of the brands offered by manufacturers.