Review of Chinese laundry powders: cost, customer reviews, pros and cons
The modern laundry detergent market offers products from different countries. Chinese washing powders occupy their rightful place in this niche.
Many Russian consumers appreciate their quality, while highlighting some of the shortcomings.
To choose the best household chemicals for yourself, it's worth comparing different brands and reading reviews.
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Advantages and disadvantages
The advanced technologies that are used in Chinese production have not spared washing powders either.
Products from China have many advantages:
- Versatility of washing (can be used for both manual and automated washing).
- High efficiency (it contains enzymes and additional cleaning components).
- Weak aromatization (clean linen retains an unobtrusive aroma of freshness).
- Economical consumption (funds are concentrated, which reduces the dosage).
- Hypoallergenic (contains a minimum of flavors, dyes, phosphorus).
- Low foaming and excellent fabric rinse.
In addition to the general positive properties, each Chinese powder has its own individual strengths. You should pay attention to them when choosing.
With all its popularity, these detergents have a number of disadvantages:
- First, they have a higher price tag compared to budget powders of Russian and European brands.
- Secondly, not all hardware stores do not ship products from China, so finding them is sometimes problematic.
- Thirdly, not all products have convenient containers and devices for dispensing.
TOP 5 best detergents from China
The assortment of household chemicals from China, presented in the store catalogs of Russia, includes several brands. Some of them have already established themselves as excellent products.
Liby Super Concentrate
The powder formula includes two bioactive enzymes, surfactants (within the European standard), multi-functional cleaning additives. Phosphates are excluded from the composition.
The product is intended for any type of washing:
Libai is recommended for cleansing white and light linen, as well children's things... The cost of one bucket for 900 g averages 560 rubles.
- very economical,
- has a weak aroma,
- rinses out perfectly;
- has a convenient container and a measuring spoon.
The disadvantages include:
- high price;
- dry skin after hand washing;
- weak stain removal.
Keon
Phosphate-free granular powder for removing grease, grass, berries and other stubborn stains. Contains 5% ASA, oxygen bleach, conditioner. Keon maintains fiber structure and lends a light lavender scent to laundry.
Suitable for cleansing:
- white,
- light and colored cotton products,
- flax,
- synthetics,
- mixed fabrics.
The concentrate does not require a large consumption, for 1-2 kg of laundry, 1 measuring spoon is sufficient. A 0.51 kg package costs 140 rubles on average.
The Chinese powder of this brand leaves a very favorable impression on users. There are practically no drawbacks. Like:
- Unobtrusive floral scent.
- Good solubility of granules in water.
- High washing efficiency.
- Excellent rinsing properties.
BioAqua
An innovative concentrated product is made in the form of plates. The composition contains an oxygen stain remover, so the product copes with any stains and dirt. The formula is enriched with enzymes, plant extracts (coconut, lily).
The plates can be used for washing:
- white,
- colored,
- black things from any fabrics except silks and wool.
Washable at 30 degrees. After rinsing, no white streaks remain on dark garments. To wash 1 kg of laundry, 1 BioAqua sheet is required. A package of plates (20 pcs.) Is sold for an average of 140 rubles.
All users who have tested the plates in practice unanimously recommend them for use. Mentioned as advantages:
- Ease of use.
- Compactness.
- High efficiency.
- Pleasant aroma.
- Good solubility.
Of the shortcomings, only the high price and the lack of Russian translation on some consignments are indicated.
Laundry Detergent Sheets
Washing powder has an innovative format - in the form of sheets. Suitable for any wash:
- white and colored cotton linen,
- flax,
- artificial fibers.
The product has a low allergenicity and can be used to clean baby clothes.
Contains enzymes and extracts of aloe and palm tree... Natural ingredients are designed for an antibacterial effect, protect the skin of the hands and soften the fabric of the cleaned products.
A pack of 24 is sold for 390 rubles. Due to the fact that the tool has not yet been tested by Russian users, there are few reviews about it.
Touching nature
Concentrated laundry detergent comes in two types: capsules and plates. The composition is designed to cleanse:
- light and colored cotton products,
- flax,
- synthetics,
- mixed fabrics.
A package with capsules (6 pcs.) Costs about 270 rubles, a box with plates (30 sheets) - 390 rubles.
Laundry detergents from this Chinese manufacturer are recommended by everyone who has used them. The disadvantages include only a rare appearance on sale.
There are much more advantages:
- Compactness and ease of use.
- High washing efficiency.
- Economical spending.
- An unobtrusive, pleasant aroma.
- Antistatic effect.
Compositions for children and newborns
Some Chinese powders can be used to wash not only the clothes of adults, but also children. These varieties include:
- Laundry Detergent Sheets (powder in the form of sheets, 24 pcs. For 390 rubles).
- Liby Super-concentrate (granular powder 900 g for 560 rubles).
- BioAqua (20 plates for 140 rubles).
Laundry Liquid Liby Freshness and cleanliness is suitable for all types of fabrics, including delicate ones (wool and silk).
If the child is hypersensitive and prone to allergies, it is important to carefully read the composition of the powder.
It must meet the following requirements:
- the amount of APAS is not more than 15%;
- complete absence of phosphates;
- natural flavors;
- elimination of dyes;
- no optical brighteners.
Where can one buy?
Unlike their Russian counterparts, Chinese powders are less common on the shelves of supermarkets and hardware stores. This point is often noted in the reviews of those who have already managed to evaluate the quality and made a choice in favor of a Chinese manufacturer.
It is much easier to find products in online stores or specialized mini-markets Japanese, Korean, Chinese cosmetics and household chemicals. When buying a product, you should pay attention to the presence of a Russian translation, especially if the product is being purchased for the first time.
Since not all Chinese products are designed for universal use in terms of the quality and color of the laundry, it is important to familiarize yourself with the purpose of the detergent before buying. In the absence of the desired variety of powder in the store at the moment, it is better to leave a request for the receipt of goods.
Additional Tips
Chinese manufacturers supply the goods with instructions in Russian. It is important to familiarize yourself with it before buying and washing. Apart from specific remarks, Asian washing powders have general operating rules:
- Since Chinese powders are cleaned even in cold water, it is inappropriate to set a high temperature at which enzymes become inactive.
- If the product is made in the form of capsules or plates, then it is placed directly into the drum to things.
- When washing, it is recommended to strictly observe the dosage indicated in the instructions for a specific type of product.
- Some powders can cause dry skin when hand-washed, so housewives are advised to use household gloves.
- Any funds must be stored within the specified expiration date, observing the storage rules (temperature from 0 to +35 degrees, away from moisture and sunlight).
All the most important and useful information about washing powder is in this section.
Conclusion
Chinese laundry detergents are diverse. These can be classic granular powders, plates, capsules, gels. All products are concentrated and require low consumption.
The ratio of pros and cons of powders from China explains their popularity and demand among housewives.... All the advantages and disadvantages are objectively reflected in the reviews.