Review of Chinese washing powders: cost, customer reviews, pros and cons

The modern laundry detergent market offers products from different countries. Chinese laundry detergents occupy their rightful place in this niche.

Many Russian consumers appreciate their quality, while also highlighting some disadvantages.

To choose the best household chemicals for yourself, it is worth comparing different brands and reading reviews.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advanced technologies used in Chinese production have not spared washing powders.

Products from China have many advantages:

1. Washing versatility (can be used for both manual and automated washing).
2. High efficiency (contains enzymes and additional cleaning components).
3. Weak aromatization (clean linen retains an unobtrusive aroma of freshness).
4. Economical consumption (the products are concentrated, which reduces the dosage).
5. Hypoallergenic (contains a minimum of flavors, dyes, phosphorus).
6. Low foaming and excellent rinsability from fabric.

In addition to the general positive properties, each Chinese powder has its own individual advantages. You should pay attention to them when choosing.

Despite their popularity, these detergents have a number of disadvantages:

1. Firstly, they have a higher price tag compared to budget powders from Russian and European brands.
2. Secondly, products from China are not supplied to all hardware stores, so finding them can sometimes be problematic.
3. Thirdly, not all products have convenient containers and dosing devices.

TOP 5 best detergents from China

The range of household chemicals from China, presented in Russian store catalogs, includes several brands. Some of them have already proven themselves to be 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:

• cotton,
• linen,
• synthetic fabrics.

Libai is recommended for cleansing white and light linen, as well as children's things. The cost of one 900 g bucket is on average 560 rubles.

Reviews of the powder are 68% positive. Those who have already tested this Chinese powder, they say that Liby Super Concentrate:

• very economical
• has a weak aroma,
• rinses well;
• It has a convenient container and measuring spoon.

The disadvantages include:

• high price;
• dry skin after hand washing;
• weak stain removal.

Keon

Phosphate-free granular powder designed to remove stains of grease, grass, berries and other stubborn stains. Contains 5% surfactant, oxygen bleach, conditioner. Keon preserves the structure of the fibers and gives the linen a light lavender scent.

The product is suitable for cleansing:

• white,
• light and colored cotton products,
• flax,
• synthetics,
• mixed fabrics.

The concentrate does not require much consumption; 1 measuring spoon is sufficient for 1-2 kg of laundry. A package of 0.51 kg costs on average 140 rubles.

Chinese powder of this brand leaves a very favorable impression on users. There are practically no disadvantages. Like:

1. Unobtrusive floral scent.
2. Good solubility of granules in water.
3. High washing efficiency.
4. Excellent rinsability.

BioAqua

The innovative concentrated product is manufactured 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 items. To wash 1 kg of laundry, 1 sheet of BioAqua is required. A package of plates (20 pcs.) sells for an average of 140 rubles.

All users who have tested the plates in practice unanimously recommend them for use. The advantages mentioned are:

1. Ease of use.
2. Compactness.
3. High efficiency.
4. Pleasant aroma.
5. Good solubility.

Among the shortcomings, only the high price and the lack of Russian translation on some batches of goods 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 is low allergenic and can be used to clean children's clothes.

Contains enzymes and extracts of aloe and palm tree. Natural components are designed to have an antibacterial effect, protect the skin of the hands and soften the fabric of the products being cleaned.

A package of 24 pieces is sold for 390 rubles. Due to the fact that the product has not yet been tested by Russian users, reviews about it are few.

Touching Nature

Concentrated detergent is produced in two forms: capsules and plates. The composition is designed for cleansing:

• 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) costs 390 rubles.

Detergents from this Chinese manufacturer are recommended by everyone who has used them. The disadvantages include only a rare appearance on sale.

There are many more advantages:

1. Compact and easy to use.
2. High washing efficiency.
3. Economical spending.
4. Unobtrusive pleasant aroma.
5. Antistatic effect.

Compositions for children and newborns

Some Chinese powders can be used to wash not only adults’ clothes, but also children’s clothes. These varieties include:

1. Laundry Detergent Sheets (powder in the form of sheets 24 pcs. for 390 rubles).
2. Liby Super-concentrate (granulated powder 900 g for 560 rubles).
3. BioAqua (20 plates for 140 rubles).

Washing liquid Liby Fresh and clean is suitable for all types of fabrics, including delicate ones (wool and silk).

If a 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 surfactants is no more than 15%;
• complete absence of phosphates;
• natural flavors;
• exclusion of dyes;
• no optical brighteners.

Where can I buy?

Unlike their Russian counterparts, Chinese powders are less commonly found on the shelves of supermarkets and hardware stores. This point is often noted in the reviews of those who have already assessed the quality and made a choice in favor of the Chinese manufacturer.

It is much easier to find products in online stores or specialized mini-markets Japanese, Korean, Chinese cosmetics and household chemicals. When purchasing a product, you should pay attention to the presence of a Russian translation, especially if the product is purchased for the first time.

Since not all Chinese products are designed for universal use in terms of the quality and color of laundry, it is important to familiarize yourself with the purpose of the detergent before purchasing. If the store does not have the required type of powder at the moment, it is better to leave a request for the goods to arrive.

Additional Tips

Chinese manufacturers supply the product with instructions in Russian. It is important to familiarize yourself with it before purchasing and washing. In addition to specific comments, Asian washing powders have general operating rules:

1. Since Chinese powders are purified even in cold water, it is not advisable to set a high temperature at which the enzymes lose activity.
2. If the product is made in the form of capsules or plates, then it is placed directly into the drum with the items.
3. When washing, it is recommended to strictly adhere to the dosage indicated in the instructions for a specific type of product.
4. Some powders can cause dry skin when washed by hand, so housewives are advised to use household gloves.
5. Any products must be stored within the specified expiration date, following 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 varied. These can be classic granular powders, plates, capsules, gels. All products are concentrated and require little consumption.

The ratio of the pros and cons of powders from China explains their popularity and demand among housewives. All advantages and disadvantages are objectively reflected in the reviews.