Surely every person has heard the advertising slogan: “Cleanliness is pure Tide” and at least once in his life bought detergents produced under this brand.
In the manufacturer’s line you can find not only washing powders, but also capsules, as well as concentrated gels.
Read the article about who produces Tide products, which detergent to choose for washing (powder, gel or capsules) and how to use it.
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About the manufacturer
The Tide brand belongs to the American company Procter&Gamble. The concern has representative offices all over the world. In Russia, they first heard about Tide in the 70s of the last century.
At that time, not everyone could purchase a famous product. Washing powder was brought from abroad as a scarce and valuable gift.
Pros and cons of Tide
The American company Procter & Gamble occupies a leading position in the global market for the production and sale of consumer goods.
Therefore, it has a number of undoubted advantages:
Guaranteed safety of products sold.- The quality of detergents has been tested by time and many years of experience.
- Wide range of detergents. The buyer gets the opportunity to choose.
- Product availability. You can easily purchase it in any store or order it online.
- Conducting ongoing work aimed at improving the Tide formula. Over the 50 years of its existence, it has changed 60 times. Today, the formula of this powder embodies the latest advances in the field of laundry detergents.
The scale of production can be attributed both to the advantages of Procter&Gamble products and to their disadvantages. A large number of factories makes it difficult for the brand holder to control the quality of the production of a famous product.
Compound
Composition of Tide washing powder includes the following components:
- phosphates: from 15 to 30%;
- anionic surfactants: from 5 to 15%;
- nonionic and cationic surfactants: less than 5%;
- zeolites;
- polycarboxylates;
- enzymes;
- fragrance
These are the main components that are included in most powders produced under the Tide brand. Depending on the specific product, the list may vary.
Read more Here.
Line of products, photo
The Tide line includes washing powders, capsules and gels. Each product has several subtypes. Based on them, you can choose the optimal detergent.
Washing powder
Tide Powders:
- with the aroma of lavender and birch water;
- with the aroma of Siberian herbs;
- Tide Lenor "Innovative Granules";
- hand washing powder Tide effect Lenor;
- Color with Lenor scent;
- Alpine freshness;
- children's Tide Color;
- Alpine freshness handwash;
- Lemon and white lily;
- Lavender;
- Tide White Clouds;
- Tide Color for colored items and linen;
- Tide baby laundry detergent.
There are powders on sale for both hand and machine washing, as well as universal formulations. You can purchase a separate detergent to care for children's things, behind white and colored products. The range includes Lenor conditioner powder.
Gel
Concentrated washing gels from Tide are represented by the following line of products:
- Alpine freshness;
- Tide Color;
- Tide with Lenor Scandinavian Spring scent.
All gels can be used for washing clothes in a machine and by hand. They quickly dissolve in water and are easily rinsed from fabric fibers. The main advantages of using concentrates are: ease of dosing and economical consumption.
Read more about gels from Tide Here.
Capsules
Tide laundry capsules are represented by the following products:
- Tide Pods with Lenor scent;
- Alpine freshness capsules;
- Tide Color.
The capsules contain a high concentration of detergents. Their shell quickly dissolves in water, releasing active components that remove stains, refresh laundry, whiten or protect its color. The capsules wash well even in cool water (at 30 degrees). 1 capsule is required for 1 wash.
You can read even more information about Tide capsules Here.
Features of choice
When choosing Tide detergent, you need to take into account the type of fabric, the nature of the dirt and the washing method.
Basic recommendations:
- Machine washable. You can use any detergent labeled “automat”.
- Handwash. Detergents with the appropriate mark are suitable for washing, for example, Tide “Alpine Freshness” Hand wash.
- Washing white items. Preference should be given to those products that contain whitening components, for example, Tide gel with Lenor “Scandinavian Spring” scent.
- Washing colored or dark things. You need to choose detergents marked Color.They do not contain bleach, but do contain substances that protect the original color of the fabric.
- Washing children's clothes. Choose Tide children's washing powder. This product is hypoallergenic and contains no phosphates or dyes. The powder granules are easy to rinse out. The detergent has a neutral aroma.
- Washing delicate fabrics. If careful care of things is required, it is better to use capsules or gel. Their enhanced formula allows you to remove contaminants in cool water. Detergent particles do not linger in the fabric fibers, so you can avoid additional rinsing.
- Washing bed linen. To make it soft and pleasantly scented, you can use powder, gel or capsules with conditioner, such as Tide Pods with Lenor scent.
Terms of use
Depending on the form of release of the Tide detergent, the rules for its use will differ. Pay attention to the following features:
Washing powder. It is poured into the washing machine compartment and the wash cycle is started. When processing products manually, the powder must be thoroughly dissolved in water.- Gel. It is poured into the compartment of the washing machine, or added to a basin of water and whipped until foam forms.
- Capsules. They are used for machine wash. Place the capsules in the drum, along with the dirty laundry. 1 capsule is required for 1 wash. It must not be opened, and the detergent should not be allowed to come into contact with the skin. Capsules are not used for hand wash.
Dosage the detergent according to the instructions on the package. The proportions recommended by the manufacturer should not be exceeded.
Allergies - what to do?
The development of an allergy to Tide cannot be ruled out. It can occur at any age and at any time. The most commonly recorded skin reactions are:
- itching,
- redness,
- rash,
- hives.
Possible involvement of the respiratory system in the pathological process (cough, runny nose, bronchial spasm).
To quickly eliminate negative symptoms, take anti-allergy drugs (Zodak, Zyrtec, Loratadine) and enterosorbents (Enterosgel, Polysorb, Polyphepan).
What to replace and what is better to choose?
In addition to Tide, you can find other powders, concentrates and gels on sale. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages, which you need to be aware of when choosing an alternative composition.
Persil
Comparative characteristics of detergents Tide and Persil:
- The manufacturer of Persil detergents is the German company Henkel. Products have been produced since 1907 (Tide - since 1950).
- Persil is in a higher price category than Tide.
- Ruler. On sale you can find capsules, washing powder and washing gel. The Persil range is almost identical to the Tide range.
- Washing quality: high.
Ariel
Comparative characteristics of detergents Ariel and Tide:
- Manufacturer: Procter&Gamble.
- Ruler. Capsules, gel and laundry detergent are available for sale.
- Washing quality: high.
The powders have similar compositions and therefore meet all safety requirements. However, the Ariel line does not contain detergents for washing children's clothes. Which is better - Tide or Ariel, read Here.
Gloss
Comparative characteristics of detergents Gloss and Tide:
- The manufacturer of detergents under the Losk brand is the German company Henkel.It began to be produced using German technology in 1994.
- The cost of Losk detergents is slightly lower than Tide. The difference between 0.4 kg powder packages is about 20 rubles.
- Ruler. There are powders, gels and capsules on sale.
- Washing quality: high, but Losk copes worse with stubborn stains than Tide.
Bimax
Comparative characteristics of detergents Tide and Bimax:
- Manufacturer: Nefis Cosmetics PJSC, Kazan.
- Bimax is cheaper than Tide. For a package of 0.4 kg you will need to pay about 60-70 rubles.
- Ruler. The product range is not so diverse. Washing powders are presented in 6 types (Aromatherapy, Snow White Peaks, Color Automatic, 100 stains Automatic, Color&Fashion automatic, 100 stains hand wash), and concentrated liquid gels - 4 types. The manufacturer does not produce capsules.
- Washing quality: good.
Where to buy, what is the price?
Tide is available in any store, in the household chemicals department. This can be either a large supermarket or a small retail outlet. If necessary, detergent can be ordered online and delivered to your home.
The cost of detergents depends on the form and volume. Approximate prices:
- Alpine freshness automatic 0.4 kg – 95 rubles, 3 kg – 320 rubles
- Color washing gel 0.975 l – 210 rubles, Lenor scent – 280 rubles;
- baby powder 0.4 kg – about 80 rubles;
- automatic washing capsules Lenor 15 pcs. – 350 rubles.
Reviews
As an analysis of reviews shows, many Russians use Tide powder. Most people are satisfied with the quality of the wash.
They like the aroma of washing powder, as well as its ability to cope with difficult stains.
There is also the opposite point of view. Some users develop allergies to the powder. They don't like its pungent smell, which remains on things after washing.
Reviews about the capsules are mostly positive. People are satisfied with the quality of their wash and the pleasant aroma. The main disadvantage of capsules, which all housewives highlight, is their high price.
Conclusion
Detergents produced under the Tide brand, in general, deserve a positive rating. Their products are manufactured by the famous manufacturer Procter&Gamble, which maintains the quality of its products at the proper level.
The range is quite wide. There are not only several types of washing powders on sale, but also concentrated gels and capsules. The products have been in stable demand for more than 50 years; their prices are not too high, which is the best indicator of quality.
