German brands are highly valued not only in the technical field, but also in the field of household chemicals. Not only the quality of the wash, but also the health of all family members depends on the detergent. We will find out what German washing powders are on our market, how they differ and for what purpose they are intended.
Features of German-made powders
The main requirements for washing powders are efficiency and safety. Products from German manufacturers fully meet these needs. Their products are usually universal - effective even in cool water, suitable for different materials, for adults and children’s clothing. Most of the products from Germany are phosphate-free.
Phosphates were once actively used in the manufacture of washing powders. As it turned out, they negatively affect human health, and when they get into the environment, they cause water to bloom in the seas and rivers (and this is not all troubles). Today the trend is phosphate-free powders. Leading European manufacturers have long abandoned this component.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of powders from Germany:
- lack of allergic reactions;
- Certified
- do not dry and do not irritate the skin;
- do not harm nature;
- sparingly affect dyes - products do not lose brightness;
- suitable for manual washing;
- wash well in cold water.
The disadvantages of German products include its high cost. But here we must make a reservation. Due to the increased concentration of active components, German products have lower consumption compared to domestic counterparts.
German concentrated products are not in every household chemistry store. But they can always be ordered in the online store. Of course, you need to choose official distributors, so as not to buy a fake.
How to choose a powder?
If the name of the German brand is written on the packaging, this does not mean that you have original products in front of you. Often, expensive products can not cope with ordinary pollution. The reason is the numerous fakes and production in Russia.
In Germany, the leaders of consumer demand are Persil and Ariel. We have been producing them for a long time at local factories, and their quality does not always meet the standards of the original product.
To buy a quality product from Germany, read the information on the packaging. Also pay attention to such points:
- surfactant content - up to 5%;
- there should be no optical brighteners (preferably oxygen);
- water temperature - from 20 to 60 ° С, less often - up to 90 ° С;
- should be concentrated;
- Made in Germany.
Powder overview Made is Germany
Products of German manufacturers are mainly represented, as we have already found out, by phosphate-free powders. Each brand has a whole product line - for colored, children's, white linen, but the emphasis is still on versatility. The goods are sold in packaging - boxes, bags and bottles of different sizes, the design of which can change.
Luxus Professional - for colored items
Powdered detergent. Enzyme Enriched Concentrate It contains 15% of ASA and 15% of nonionic surfactants. Made according to the original German recipe. You can wash anything and anything. Cost of 1 kg: from 171 to 632 rubles.
Benefits:
- it is well dissolved;
- erases without soaking;
- no additional lime remedies are needed;
- suitable for manual washing;
- low foaming;
- It has a deodorizing and antiseptic effect.
Disadvantages:
- at high temperatures, the brightness of matter is slightly lost;
- inferior to many analogues in the efficiency of washing off protein spots (organic - wine, blood).
Burti - everybody wipes off
There are several variations of Burti on the market - for colored fabrics and with bleach. All of them are universal. There are also separate versions for children's things. All products are biodegradable, enriched with enzymes. Pictured is Burti Color. They can wash cotton, synthetics, underwear. Packaging 1.5 kg costs from 520 to 1300 rubles.
Benefits:
- washed laundry acquires a pleasant aroma;
- concentrated product, therefore spent sparingly;
- rinsed without problems - this is especially important if the house has allergies and children;
- does not leave whitish spots;
- contains emollients - this increases the life of the AGR, reduces the cost of its maintenance;
- on the package there is information - how much should be used for a specific purpose.
There is no strong “chemistry” in Burti, that's why they are safe, but if your clothes have greasy, old and persistent stains, you will need laundry services.
There are seven lines on sale: OXI (with oxygen bleach), Baby, Color, Noir (dark), Compact (dyed) Wollpflege (silk and wool), Sport & Outdoor (sports items and shoes).
Disadvantages:
- high price;
- problematic washing of complex contaminants;
- if you exceed the norm, washed laundry becomes naughty - it is difficult to iron it;
- Enzymes are contraindicated in natural materials.
Persil Expert Sensitive - for baby underwear
Persil is a German brand that is very popular in our market. In the photo - children's "Persil". Persil Sensitive is the most gentle and safe tool. The packaging price of 3 kg is about 550 rubles.
Most of the Persil products are manufactured in Russia. It is cheaper than German, but, according to reviews, the quality of the Russian Persila is worse. To buy the original German Persil, it is better not to waste time searching in retail outlets, but to order it on the Internet.
Benefits of Persil Expert Sensitive:
- hypoallergenic fragrance used;
- no dyes or other harmful substances;
- Surfactant - 5-15%;
- rinses well;
- thanks to the presence of oxygen-containing bleach, enzymes and phosphonates, delicate cleansing is provided;
- preserves the brightness of colored matter;
- aloe vera extract protects the skin from the negative effects of "chemistry".
There are several drawbacks to this tool:
- high cost - they usually try to buy it at a stock;
- some users complain that this Persil has an increased expense;
- there is a claim to a too pungent smell - you have to start an additional rinse;
- rare cases of allergic reactions in young children are noted;
- not able to remove stains from coffee, blood, other complex pollution.
Phoenix Professional Automat - with phosphates
Concentrated powder 2X. This means that it is consumed half as much. With bleach and perfume. The price of packaging 15 kg - 1237 rubles. APS - 15%, nonionic surfactants - 5%. Contains phosphorus — colloidal phosphate. It is sold in plastic buckets - 15 kg each.
Benefits:
- removes old spots and deep pollution;
- contains granules that make white fabrics even whiter, colored ones - brighter;
- easy rinsing;
- can be used in hard and soft water, at different temperatures.
Low cost, according to the manufacturer, is associated with the lack of a traditional advertising campaign. The product is not in the retail network. It is supplied at the manufacturer's price. Phoenix is positioned as a quality product at an affordable cost.
Disadvantages:
- not suitable for wool and silk;
- does not cope with spots;
- no foam in the manual process.
"Phoenix Professional" is completed with a measured glass and 4 bags for test.
Domal White Fashion - gel for white things
Liquid universal powder. It erases everything - even silk. One bottle is designed for 25 kg of linen. The cost of a 375 ml bottle is from 170 to 400 rubles.
Pros:
- Gives products freshness and a snow-white shade.
- Application keeps the novelty of things.
- Contains additives to prevent scale formation.
- It is qualitatively washed in lukewarm water - at 30 ° C.
Disadvantages:
- The results of expert testing, as well as consumer reviews about the quality of washing, are the same - the gel does not cope with complex protein contaminants, does not wash the lipstick.
Dr. Frank Univirsal - liquid universal remedy
Universal gel. The 3 liter bottle is designed for 40 washings. The price is from 450 to 700 rubles. There are no phosphates.
Pros:
- the possibility of simultaneous washing of multi-colored fabrics;
- gentle washing of linen at a temperature of 30–95 ° C;
- can be washed by hand and in the AGR;
- rinses well;
- differs in low foaming.
Disadvantages:
- does not cope with complex pollution.
Frosch Citrus - With Bleach
Universal type concentrate with bleach and enzymes, without perfume. Designed for white and light fabrics. The Frosch line also contains Frosch Color Aloe Vera powders for children's items. AREA - 10%. No phosphates. Price: 683–861 rubles.
Pros:
- safe and hypoallergenic;
- it is well washed;
- economically consumed;
- does not leave yellow stains;
- things acquire freshness and whiteness;
- qualitatively washes and refreshes linen.
Disadvantages:
- thinning fibers;
- It does not cope with deeply ingrained pollution;
- expensive - twice as expensive as, for example, the popular Tide and Ariel.
Frosch is expensive, but you cannot be 100% sure of its safety.
Meine Liebe Kids - Kids with Enzymes
Biodegradable concentrate with enzymes and bleach. Designed for washing children's things. Cost from 228 rub.
Pros:
- without smell;
- the fabric after washing is soft;
- things take on a snow-white hue;
- economical consumption;
- prevents the formation of scale;
- easy dissolution and rinsing.
Disadvantages:
- ineffective at 30–40 ° С;
- Does not wash spots.
Gallus - universal
With active oxygen. A pack of 10 kg - from 1288 rubles. There are no phosphates.
Pros:
- hypoallergenic;
- no air conditioning needed;
- fixes paints;
- makes water softer, saves SMA from scale;
- well washes in cold water.
Disadvantages:
- poorly washes complex contaminants.
Denkmit Wäsche-Weiss - detergent amplifier
This tool enhances the action of ordinary powder. Add to powder tray. A pack contains 20 packets. The cost is about 140 rubles.
Pros:
- Washes white linen at 20–95 ° C;
- removes yellowness and gray plaque;
- allows you to remove stains.
There is no particular pleasure in buying additional detergent - this is an extra cost. It might be better to invest in a more effective powder.
Conclusions
To summarize:
- German detergents focus on safety. Products from Germany are mostly phosphate-free. It does not harm health and nature.
- Consumers constantly have to choose between intensive washing and safety. Phosphate-free products are safe, but inferior to phosphate powders in effectiveness. They simply don’t wash many contaminants, they have to be washed several times, add amplifiers or go dry cleaning.
- Products manufactured under German brands can be produced in Russia - it is cheaper, but inferior in quality to the original product from Germany.
- There is no “magic” powder capable of washing off any impurities. Even the highest quality powders can not cope with all kinds of pollution. In the washing process, stain removers, amplifiers, soaking and other methods of combating dirt may be needed.
German powders are effective and safe, their main disadvantage is the high cost. If you care about the health of your family and you are not indifferent to the environment, buy products that do not contain phosphates. When buying, pay attention to the country of origin - powders released in Germany wash more efficiently.