Cotico

The ratings of eco-friendly cleaning products are rising. They replace the usual laundry detergents.

The Best Clean company offers household chemicals that are effective and harmless to nature and humans under the Cotico brand. Its proper quality has been confirmed by experts and consumers.

We’ll talk about Cotico washing gels and stain removers, their advantages and disadvantages in this article.

Information about the manufacturer of household chemicals

Cotico laundry detergents are a product of the Russian manufacturer Best Clean, part of the B&B Family Company group, which has been producing household chemicals since 2011. All products comply with Russian state standards.

The official website provides detailed information about the company and its production facilities. Cotico brand products are made from safe, biodegradable substances.

Advantages and disadvantages

Cotico household chemicals belong to the class of eco-products. It has the following advantages:

1. Wide range and high quality.
2. Safety.
3. Natural composition without chlorine, phosphates, silicates.
4. Delicate care for products made from all types of fabric.
5. For hand and machine wash.
6. Good results with low consumption.
7. Convenient and informative packaging.
8. Affordable price.

Flaws:

1. Some buyers note an obsessive smell.
2. If the recommended flow rate is exceeded, increased foaming may occur.

Compound

The formula of Kotiko products is developed based on the following components:

• water from our own artesian springs, purified by ultraviolet light;
• anionic and nonionic surfactants;
• soap;
• substances that prevent dye leaching;
• enzymes;
• preservative;
• fragrance (limonene).

General characteristics of the line

The Cotico line includes gel and liquid products for universal and special purposes. The table provides a brief description of the Cotico series products:

Washing gels and rinse aids are packaged in compact plastic containers with a dispenser cap or in doypacks with a volume of 1 liter. Before washing the product for the first time, you must study the care instructions given on the tag.

Recommendations for use

The packaging of Cotico products contains dosage recommendations.

Additionally, you should adhere to the following rules:

• after long storage, shake;
• treat stained areas with stain remover;
• after washing, rinse with conditioner;
• eliminate long-term effects of concentrates on tissue structure.

Before washing, items should be sorted by color, weight and soiling.

Criterias of choice

Cotico's product range consists of environmentally friendly textile care products.

Their selection is based on the following criteria:

1. Super-concentrated gel UNIVERSAL&DELICATE is used for washing all fabrics, including delicate ones.
2. To preserve the color and structure of brightly colored and dark fabrics, they are washed with COLOR&BLACK.
3. For clothing, leisure and sports items, including water-repellent and membrane materials, choose SPORT&HIGH-TECH CLOTH gel.
4. To soften the fibers of the material, conditioners with pleasant odors have been developed.
5. The Cotico line of stain removers is represented by three products: for colored fabrics, for white things, for removing difficult stains.
6. To remove static electricity, items are treated with Cotico antistatic agent.
7. Safe care children's things, soft toys, textiles and furniture in the children's room, car seat upholstery are provided by products from the Cotico-baby series.

Review of gel for washing children's clothes Kotiko presented Here, for washing sportswear - here.

Possibility of allergies

The manufacturer claims that the products are hypoallergenic in the recommended mode of use. The absence of irritating ingredients in the gel for washing children's clothes has been confirmed by experts.

If hypersensitivity to the components of the product occurs:

• itching,
• rash,
• skin swelling,
• cough,
• sneezing,
• nausea,
• dizziness or other allergy symptoms,

then you should immediately interrupt contact with the irritant, rinse the skin with clean water, and prevent inhalation of particles of the product.

Best before date

The shelf life of Kotiko is 24 months. After this period, the products should be disposed of as household waste.

Alternative laundry detergents

An alternative to Cotico gel and liquid eco-products can be powders. Their advantage is their low price. The average cost of 1 kg of washing powder is 150 rubles. A significant drawback is the presence of toxic artificial substances in their composition.

The RosControl resource provides data on tests of popular powders:

1. "Persil" It has a moderately harmful composition and removes most stains. After washing, a minimum content of surfactants remains in the fabrics. Cons: strong smell, not suitable for children's underwear.
2. "Tide" - one of the most effective powders.But, it is produced using chemicals within acceptable limits; does not wash out completely and requires several rinses. It can cause allergies, they should not be washed with children's clothes. This powder is expensive and has a strong odor.
3. "Gloss" contains phosphonates and zeolites. It is not recommended for children's items. It removes fresh stains well. It has a pungent smell. He leaves stains. The advantage is low price.

Read about Persil detergents Hereoh Tide - here.

How much does it cost and where to buy?

The estimated cost of 1 liter of washing gel is 460 rubles, conditioner-rinse aid - 360 rubles.

These products can be purchased in online stores and retail chains:

• Auchan;
• Carousel;
• Ribbon;
• Crossroads;
• Pyaterochka and others.

You can also order online through Yandex.Market.

Customers' opinions

Popular review sites characterize Cotico laundry detergents positively:

1. On the Otzovik website the comments noted efficiency and economy, indicating the absence of shortcomings.
2. On Yandex market This product is highly rated - the model rating is 4.5-5 points; some consumers emphasize foaming during washing and the fact that gels do not remove heavy dirt well.
3. On the AirCommend website speak favorably of the products - the product rating is 4-5 stars, but there are comments indicating the low effectiveness of washing gels in removing old stains.

Conclusion

Cotico products make textile care easier. This series includes:

• light washing gels,
• colored and dark linen,
• air conditioners,
• starch,
• stain removers,
• antistatic.

Consumers evaluate these products positively, emphasizing their environmental friendliness, effectiveness, and reasonable price.