The problem of choosing the best detergent that would whiten, remove stubborn stains and not cause allergies in family members is faced by every housewife.
But not all powdered and liquid household chemicals meet these requirements. One of the popular detergents is Persil gel, which smells nice, is hypoallergenic, and removes the most difficult stains. A review of Persil washing gel products will help you evaluate their quality and choose the best one.
History of the product
Before we look at the advantages and disadvantages of Persil gels, let's look into the past and see what kind of brand it is, what company produces this product, and why it is called that. This product gets its name from the chemicals it contains.
The first three letters of the elements, combined with each other, gave the name of the brand - “Persil” (sodium perborate and sodium silicate.)
Back in 1907, Henkel made a real splash in the field of household chemicals. She invented a detergent that could quickly and effectively remove stains and whiten clothes without washing them using a board.
The oxygen bubbles released when the laundry was boiled gently whitened it. For the first time, bleaching took place without chlorine, and the laundry smelled pleasant. In 1959, the product included fragrance and anionic surfactants that improve the quality of washing.
1969 was a time of widespread distribution of washing machines and an increase in the production of devices. had to keep up with the times. Therefore, foam inhibitors were introduced into washing powder.
In the 70s, manufacturers developed a new formula that could penetrate into fabric fibers and rid the material of stubborn stains.
The powder continued to be used in washing machines. At the same time, special additives were introduced into the machine wash product, which protected the device from corrosion.
Every year, washing powders became better. When releasing them, the company used new achievements of science and chemical production. The concentration of active substances became stronger, and fragrances were no longer added to the powder.
Washing clothes now required less powder, which saved customers money and gained popularity among the general population.
The Henkel company began producing household chemicals intended for different types of fabrics. Before this, none of the manufacturers divided funds depending on the purpose of the materials.
In addition, they introduced a fabric fading inhibitor, which made colored fabrics brighter and prevented them from fading and dyeing other fabrics in their color. In 1994, the powder was replaced with granules, which made it possible to save product - instead of 290 ml, 90 ml was enough for washing.
Manufacturers have released a series of powders for children's underwear. It is hypoallergenic and does not cause dermal rashes in those prone to the manifestation of the disease.
In 2000, Persil powder began to be produced in Russia . Millions of customers became his admirers and used only him.
Now laundry was bleached at 40 degrees. Clothes lasted longer, pleasing their owners. After some time, manufacturers again amaze with their enterprise: an improved formula appears that removes any stains.
What kind of Persil is there for washing?
Detergent comes in powder and granules. Persil is available for white and colored linen, as well as a universal product.
Powders are available for hand washing and for automatic washing machines.
Persil gels for washing
Persil Concentrated Gel
The advantages of the gel are as follows:
- it perfectly removes stubborn stains;
- there is a measuring cup (placed in the drum or in the powder compartment);
- economical. One bottle is used for 30 washes;
- it is hypoallergenic: does not cause skin rashes in allergy sufferers. Recommended for children's underwear;
- rinses well;
- has a delicate, barely sensitive scent.
Hand wash requires one cap per 10 liters of laundry.
Gel Persil EXPERT Color
Persil EXPERT Color gel is designed for colored laundry.
Its advantages:
- removes stubborn stains;
- adds brightness to clothes;
- rinses completely out of the fabric, regardless of the thickness of the gel;
- the smell is insignificant.
Persil Expert Sensitive
Washing gel "Persil Sensitive" has a number of advantages:
- the liquid product washes things even in cold water,
because it contains enzymes, phosphonates, oxygen bleach; - hypoallergenic, used for washing children's clothes. The surfactant is included in the product in small quantities, so it does not cause allergies or skin rashes.
- The product contains aloe vera extract, which softens the effects of chemicals;
- cost savings occur due to the high degree of foaming;
- preserves the color of clothes, gives them greater brightness;
- does not deform the fabric;
- the smell is not strong.
Disadvantages: high price, requires additional rinsing.
Persil Power gel Lavender
Persil Power gel is used for all types of fabrics except silk and wool. Excellent for washing white clothes. The lavender flavoring included in the product gives things a pleasant, elegant smell. Does not require additional rinsing.
Washing outerwear, including down jackets. Doesn't leave pellets on things. Suitable for both hand and automatic washing.
Persil expert duo-capsules
This is the same gel, but in a special capsule shell. It's very convenient. You just need to throw it into the drum and turn on the washing mode. There is no need to measure the amount of product with a measuring cup. It is intended for white linen and light-colored items.
Preserves the brightness of colored items and the whiteness of clothes. Does not require pre-soaking or bleaching. Does not have an unpleasant odor and rinses well. Washable at temperatures from 20 degrees.
What is special about the washing gel?
Unlike washing powders, in gel the surfactants are already dissolved in water. The gel is packaged in bottles with a handle, a wide neck and a measuring cap. One wash usually requires 1 to 2 capfuls of product.
In addition to surfactants, the following is added to the composition:
- enzymes for removing organic contaminants;
- bleaches (in products for white fabrics);
- polycarboxylates for anti-scale protection of washing machines;
- salts for thickening;
- fragrances;
- preservatives.
Note that many components used in powder products are not present in gels as unnecessary. For example, there is no sodium sulfate, which is needed to form granules. The composition of washing gels is simpler and understandable even to the average person.
Method of using gels
When using different types of Persil gels, please note that it is not recommended to overfill the liquid product; it must be added according to the instructions. Otherwise, the laundry develops a pungent odor that does not disappear for a long time, and things are difficult to rinse.
The dispenser lid helps you measure the required amount of product. The gel should be poured according to the weight of the clothing.
You can buy Persil in special bottles of various sizes. The most popular volume is considered to be 1.46 liters. Its price varies from 450 to 600 rubles. Replaces 3 kg of powder. Enough for 20 washes.
There are also larger volumes - 2.92 liters, like 6 kg of washing powder. Its cost is 1000-1200 rubles, and for 5 liters you will have to pay 3500-3800 rubles. There are promotions. To make it convenient to hold the bottle and pour the appropriate dose of gel, there is a comfortable handle. The color of the gel is blue, lilac and turquoise.
Pour gel into the cap and place it in the washing powder compartment. You can pour the product directly into the drum so that it dissolves better and faster. If the stains are difficult, then pour the gel onto the stain, and then wash it by hand or by machine.
Persil reviews
Buyers praise Persil washing powder. Large volume products are especially often purchased.
So, Evelina claims that the powder washes cleanly, colored things become brighter, and white ones are cleaned of dirt, do not turn gray or yellow, and retain their whiteness without soaking. She heard from some friends that laundry smelled bad after Persil and additional rinsing was necessary. But using the powder constantly, she refutes the words of her friends, saying that the laundry smells fresh. Evelina says that her husband is allergic: other powders cause a cough and runny nose. Persil does not cause an allergic reaction in him.
Alina recommends this powder to everyone. She says it removes tough stains. Colored linen does not fade even after several washes. She liked the smell of Persil Color: soft and fresh. But Alina complains about the high cost of the powder. The price of a large package is 500 rubles and she admits that if it weren’t for the promotion (she paid 200 rubles for a large package), she would not have bought the product.
Milesha notes that she tried many different powders and chose Persil. He is the best. And it whitens wonderfully, and preserves the color, and the smell is not cloying, pleasant.
And the mother of two beautiful sons, Marina, gave Persil gel 5 out of a possible five. She says that she has long been looking for a product that would remove stains from juice, felt-tip pens, and berries the first time. And so that the smell is not strong and does not cause allergies. Marina conducted an experiment. I poured the detergent on some items before washing, and simply washed others.
So what did she find? The stains were all washed off, not even a trace of the felt-tip pens remained. And the smell is not strong, barely noticeable, as she claims. She really liked this gel. Marina is very glad that she finally found the product she was looking for. She recommends it to everyone. Of course, the gel is expensive: the price is 450 rubles, but there are often promotions.
We provided you with an overview of Persil laundry gel products, introduced you to reviews of Henkel powders and gels, and drew your attention to the features of Persil.
We recommend buying gels and trying to wash clothes with this product. We think that it will not disappoint you, it will make your laundry clean, without stains or streaks.
How to use Persil
Each Persil laundry detergent is provided with detailed instructions for use, but it is still worth going into more detail on some of the nuances that will allow you to use the gel more effectively.
- Use exactly the amount needed to wash a specific weight of clothing. Excessive amount of gel will not affect the washing result, but may lead to incomplete rinsing and the formation of an overly strong odor.
- To measure the required volume of gel, use a special measuring cap. The thick consistency makes it easy to pour the gel without fear of overflowing or splashing.
- Add the product directly into the drum or into the special compartment of the washing machine. If the soiling is too heavy, it is possible to apply the gel to certain areas of the clothing to increase interaction with the fabric fibers.
- Before washing, be sure to sort your clothes by color and fabric type.
- The gel can be washed at low temperatures - this is convenient for washing colored and not too dirty items.
