Which is better for washing - gel or powder

The range of household chemicals on the modern market is striking in its diversity. Consumers can choose for themselves any means for cleaning clothes, both in loose or liquid form, and in the form of capsules and tablets. Which is better, powder or gel for washing? What to choose?

Advantages and disadvantages of washing powder

Dry washing powder is more familiar to the Russian consumer. It perfectly copes with strong and old pollution, washes clothes made of thick fabric, and is also much cheaper than capsules and gels.

Modern stores offer a huge selection of various washing powders from various manufacturers.

The advantages of powdered products are:

• bulk mixtures
  

  completely ready for use, easily poured into the compartment of the automatic machine or drum;

• substances effectively remove stubborn stains, and can clean even rough materials;
• bulk product can be used at high temperatures - from 90 degrees. Water of this temperature most often destroys liquid detergent, for example, when washing bed linen, when it is necessary to eliminate not only pollution, but also dust mites;
• powdered substances are more cost-effective.However, this plus is rather relative: inexpensive household chemicals, as a rule, cope worse with dirt and contain phosphate compounds harmful to the body.

Among the disadvantages of powdered products can be noted:

• dry mixes during dosing can penetrate the respiratory organs, which often harms the health of people prone to allergies and young children;
• badly rinsed out of things. Solid particles of powders dissolve in water for a long time, get stuck between the threads of the material and are difficult to wash out. The most common result of cleaning is white stains on the product. In addition, the chemical compounds included in their content adversely affect the skin. Constant irritant action can lead to the development of chronic diseases, allergic reactions, as well as a persistent decrease in the immune system;
• it is most often inconvenient to store open soft or cardboard packaging: the granules can absorb moisture, clump together, which leads to a complex dosage of the substance;
• unlike capsules or gels, dry mixes contain a large amount of harmful chemical compounds, surfactants and phosphates, which adversely affect human health and harm the environment.

Advantages and disadvantages of gels

The advantages of liquid household chemicals are:

• it is very convenient to use gels: the exact dosage with the help of a measuring cap allows you to measure the right amount of the substance;
• gel detergents are suitable for cleaning delicate materials. Easily washed out of the fibers of the fabric, they are gentle on their structure, subject the fabric to less deformation, preserve the color and brightness of the products, and also extend the period of their use;
• liquid laundry detergent is able to clean weak and strong dirt at a temperature of 30-40 degrees. In addition, a wide range of gel-like mixtures allows you to choose a product suitable for black or colored laundry, as well as effectively clean woolen, silk or cashmere fabrics. They include special components that provide maximum results;
• due to complete rinsing, they do not expose the skin of a person to harmful effects in the process of wearing a thing;
• the liquid form does not include solid particles, due to which it quickly dissolves in water;
• gel-like chemistry does not leave white spots on dark and black clothes;
• gel-based substances are not able to get into the respiratory tract when they are used, therefore they do not have a negative impact on human health;
• if the dosage is observed, such products are more economical: one bottle of detergent can wash more clothes than ordinary loose powder.

Gel-like substances are packaged in plastic bottles with a handle, and have a tight-fitting cap that prevents liquid from leaking out, even if accidentally dropped. In addition, the bottle does not take up much space and is very convenient to store.

Among the disadvantages of liquid household chemicals are:

• such substances are not able to remove greasy and oily contaminants from products, as well as remove old stains. For effective cleaning, it is recommended to first remove the dirt or partially wash the fabric;
• are not able to remove scale from the elements of the automatic machine;
• have a short shelf life.

Why gels are becoming popular

Liquid laundry detergents are no longer a novelty, and are often found on store shelves. Initially, they were created exclusively for hand washing: they are gentle on the skin and things, dissolve well in water, and are easily washed out.. Later, laundry detergents were developed specifically for the automatic machine.

Currently, universal gels have been created that are suitable for both hand washing and washing machines.

What to choose

Each tool has its own purpose: gels will help to preserve freshness and give a pristine look to woolen and silk products. If the goal is to remove heavy soiling from linen and cotton fabrics at high temperatures, it is better to wash with powdered substances.

A high-quality washing mixture and a properly set automatic machine will help clean any thing, as well as preserve their shape and color. However, housewives most often make their choice based on the price range for the product.

• One of the best liquid laundry detergents is Persil, which has earned its popularity due to its ability to release oxygen and cope with even stubborn stains without soaking clothes. This brand is presented on the market in the form of dry granules, capsules and tablets designed for washing multi-colored and white clothes, as well as baby clothes and delicate materials. You can buy liquid Persil with a volume of 2.19 liters at an average cost of 584 rubles.
• The environmentally friendly Frosch product from Germany includes only herbal ingredients, does not contain phosphates, due to which it is considered safe for people and the environment. The price for 2 liters fluctuates within 700 rubles.
• Ariel washing gel from Procter & Gamble does an excellent job with stubborn dirt, has a fairly aggressive composition. After washing, the laundry becomes soft and smells good. Gel with a volume of 1.95 liters can be purchased for 519 rubles.
• Tide's versatile liquid powder, developed by the same Procter & Gamble company, is used to clean any material under various washing conditions. A quality tool that has proven itself exclusively on the positive side can be bought within 346 rubles. for 1.82 liters. One 3L bottle can replace 9kg of regular dry matter.

When asked what is better for washing, powder or gel, each housewife will answer in her own way.Many women prefer to have both in stock - a quality dry powder and a gel-like substance for everyday washing.