Review of Japanese washing powders

Household chemicals are an integral element in every home. A variety of products are used to remove stains from clothing. Modern options take into account not only the type of fabric, but can also increase the impact in the most contaminated areas. Japanese washing powder is a new word in clothing care, attracting the attention of housewives around the world.

Manufacturer information

One of the manufacturers of Japanese powders is the KAO brand, which markets a laundry concentrate called attack. The line includes the usual bulk products and liquid ones that have appeared recently. The company was founded more than 100 years ago and at the beginning of its activity it specialized in making soap. The high quality of the products attracted the attention of consumers, first in Japan and then around the world. In our country, children's diapers, cleaning and detergents, washing gels and powders, which appeared on the shelves 6 years ago, are actively used.

Packaging Features

Attack features unconventional, modern packaging. Manufacturers gave preference to practicality - the volume is 0.9 kg and 1 kg. The package includes a convenient measuring spoon with which you can take the required amount of powder.Feature: when purchasing detergent repeatedly, there is no need to purchase a full package; it is enough to buy a replacement unit and insert it into an existing box.

This solution allows:

• Save time and effort while doing housework;
• Take care of your health - powder particles cannot be inhaled, so they will not enter the respiratory tract;
• The box can be sealed after opening - this protects the product from moisture penetration and spillage.

Nuances and composition

Japanese powders contain mainly natural ingredients, for example, citric acid salts or mineral mixtures. No dyes or other chemicals are used. Attak powder can be purchased in a convenient gel form. He:

• Suitable for removing tough stains.
• Able to work in warm or cold water.
• Can be used for white, dark and colored laundry (the brightness and color saturation does not disappear).
• Shows good results on all types of fabrics.

Gel powder penetrates deep into the fabric (between the fibers), has a concentrated formula that copes with old or specific stains (from berries, fruits, grass). The composition contains a natural water softener, so the powder is always effective.

Attack is also used for effective disinfection of fabrics (necessary when washing children's clothing). Feature: the components do not remain on clothing after use, but break down into environmentally friendly components.
The composition is completely free of substances such as chlorine and phosphates, so a person does not experience irritation or an allergic reaction. The gel consumption is economical.

Line of classic washing powders Attak

Powdered laundry detergents are divided into:

• Attack Bio EX;
• Attack Multi-Action.

Each of them is highly effective and economical to use.

 

Attack Bio Ex Powder

Used for washing white or colored laundry. Penetrates into the deep layers of tissue. Reviews from those who have used Attak Bio claim that 1 pack of product can replace 4-5 kg ​​of regular powder. Special components - enzymes - can remove any organic contaminants, including blood and oil. Thanks to them, protein compounds are effectively broken down. Feature: the powder is an enzyme composition, therefore, to increase the effectiveness of its work, the recommended washing temperature is 40 °C.

The powder is gentle on cotton fabrics, does not disturb their structure, does not affect softness or color. The exception is fabrics with lightly colored fibers - in this case, the optical brightener included in the composition can lighten the fabric slightly. For such linen it is recommended to use Attak bio in gel form.

A product with the prefix “bio” is recommended for washing linen, cotton and synthetic fabrics. It completely dissolves in water, which is facilitated by air particles - they burst upon contact with the liquid. The softener present in the composition helps to enhance the color and its maximum preservation in the fabric. The aroma of the powder is fruity, weakly expressed.

Attack Multi-Action Powder

Japanese Attack Multi-Action washing powder consists of small granules. This composition makes dosing easier, prevents the formation of lumps during storage and prevents the product from hardening. Each granule contains air, which is released upon contact with water.The powder shows good performance in cold water.

Any dirt disappears completely, since the components work in the deep layers of the fabric fibers. During the rinsing process, all components are easily removed, so a person does not have negative reactions on the skin (rashes, redness or allergies).

Enzymes of natural origin help eliminate not only dirt, but also most unpleasant odors. Application: for white and colored fabrics. The powder can be applied during hand or machine washing. The dissolution of the powder is good even in cold water. During the rinsing process, it is completely washed away from the fibers; if machine washing is used, then you do not need to turn on the unit for a full cycle to obtain high quality.

Powder Features:

1. Washing water temperature is 30 degrees.
2. The recommended temperature for a full cycle is 60 degrees.
3. Concentrated product - economical to use.
4. One package (900 g) is enough for 27 full washes.
5. The composition does not contain phosphates and chlorine.
6. After washing, the substances remaining in the water completely disintegrate into environmentally friendly components.

Other laundry detergents

Japanese laundry detergents are also represented by other brands that show excellent results. Lion blue diamond powders can cope with the most difficult stains and dirt, which is why they are actively used by housewives around the world.

 

Universal remedy Lion

The detergent can cope with stubborn and old stains after the first use. The variety of fabrics that can be affected is wide - from natural cotton to synthetic compounds.Suitable for hand washing and soaking, as well as for use in an automatic washing machine.

Powder Lion blue diamond 80% made from natural ingredients. All components are of plant origin. The smell is weak and gives things an aroma of freshness and cleanliness without artificial notes. Consumption is economical - for 7 kg of dry laundry you will need only 75 g of product. Main features: environmental safety, complete protection against allergies, absence of harmful substances in the composition. The powder is suitable for washing children's clothes.

 

Blue Diamond

A Japanese product called Blue Diamond is part of the Lion line. This product contains bleach, so it is recommended to use it on white and light-colored fabrics to get rid of stubborn stains and yellowness that has appeared over time. Effective when washing bedding and children's linen.

Blue Diamond consists of 80% plant components, therefore it belongs to the group of environmentally friendly compounds. The powder is active even in cold water, its particles penetrate into the deep layers of fabric, which allows you to get rid of stains or complex dirt after the first use. The appearance of the product does not deteriorate, the color is not distorted. It is used for various types of fabrics, but there are restrictions - you should not use the product for washing products made of natural wool (or with a large amount of it in the composition), as well as silk.
Review of popular Japanese products

Other brands of laundry detergents are also popular. Shabondama snoul powder soap is a popular option for hand washing and soaking. Used for washing items made from delicate fabrics. Not for use in automatic washing machines.It is actively used for washing children's clothes, since there are no chemical components in the composition. Feature – 99% of the product consists of crushed and specially processed soap. The rest is plant extracts that give the product a mild aroma.

Dissolution in water is complete and rapid, due to the presence of air in the soap particles. Can be used in water heated to 30 degrees. Dissolution efficiency - completely combines with water in 2-3 seconds. Soaking before the main washing stage – 10 minutes. Removes juice, coffee, plant and herb stains.

Miyoshi Soap – is a type of powder soap. A distinctive feature is the distinct aroma of flowers. The composition is completely hypoallergenic and is used exclusively for hand washing.

Composition of the product:

• Ground soap – 60%.
• Alkaline silicates – 39.9%%.
• Metal ions – traces (0.1%).

Allows you to get rid of stubborn and specific stains, including juice and grass. A positive result is noticeable after the first use.
Washen is a washing concentrate of synthetic origin. Suitable for all types of fabrics. Can be used for hand washing, soaking and automatic washing machine. You can get rid of stains and dirt from both white and colored laundry. Composition and included components:

• Anionic surfactant – 15%.
• Minerals – 30% (including magnesium, calcium).
• Sodium salt of citric acid – 55%.

During use, it is possible to completely remove stains and contaminants such as traces of lipstick, oil (including machine oil), and fruit juices. For ideal results, it is recommended to follow the following recommendations:

• Select a fast program in the automatic machine.
• Set the washing time (full cycle) to 40 minutes.
• Set the temperature to 40 degrees.

About 35 g of product is consumed for 3.5 kg of dry laundry. If the stains are complex or old, then you should repeat the procedure twice to ensure that no traces of contamination remain on the fabric.

Allone is a concentrated universal washing powder. A distinctive feature of the composition is its multicomponent nature. Removes stains well. Used for colored and white laundry. Does not spoil or deform fabric (can be used for any materials). Suitable for machine washing. Safe for humans (does not cause allergies) and the environment (no harmful chemicals).

Tokiko Japan - a product that can be classified as an average price category. It is a powder-concentrate with a bactericidal effect. Can be used with equal efficiency for hand or machine washing. Recommendations for use: 20 g of product per 30 liters of warm water. All components are completely safe for humans and the environment. The peculiarity of the product is its dissolution - an alkaline environment is formed during contact of the powder with water.

This liquid kills up to 99% of bacteria that may be contained on the fabric. Effective splitting of dirt particles also occurs. You can also remove lipstick, fruit juice and machine oil, even if these stains are old. You can get rid of them after the first wash without pre-soaking.

Daiichi Funs – Japanese washing powder with a high degree of efficiency. The pack contains 900 g of product. The manufacturer guarantees that the product will break down any dirt.It is completely safe for humans and the environment; the fabric is not damaged, does not lose color or deform.

Recommendations to help increase the effectiveness of the detergent:

• Using an automatic washing machine.
• Quick wash program.
• Washing time – 40 minutes.
• Water temperature - 40 degrees.

Stains from fruit juice and cosmetics are removed well, but oil stains are more difficult to get rid of - you will need to repeat the procedure.
Daiichi Otsu. A powder that belongs to the group of concentrated ones with active oxygen in its composition. Suitable for all types and compositions of fabrics, can even be applied to fading ones. Used if you need to wash things manually or using an automatic washing machine. After washing, the aroma of the items will be light, with the main accent being meadow herbs.

Conclusion on the topic

Keeping clothes and linen clean requires a careful approach to choosing laundry products. Modern powders produced in Japan are proof that this is a country with advanced technology. Most products do not contain harmful chemical components, so powders, gels and concentrates can be used for washing baby clothes. There will also be no allergies or irritation to the skin, and there is no harm to the environment.

Soft components will not spoil the fabric, the color will remain the same, and some options will make it richer. Consumption is low, which allows you to save product without compromising the result. By following the manufacturers' recommendations, you can easily get rid of difficult stains of any origin. It must be remembered that real Japanese laundry detergents are expensive, as they contain natural ingredients.