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There are leaders and outsiders on the market among washing powders, brands with good and tarnished reputations. And there are brands that are in the middle of the rating – the attitude towards them is ambiguous. Sarma, a powder known not to every domestic consumer, can also be attributed to such products.
About Sarma
You might think that Sarma is a product of a foreign brand. An incomprehensible word written in English suggests such an idea. In fact “Sarma” – a strong northwest wind on Lake Baikal. Obviously, the manufacturer associates this product with a powerful refreshing effect. Along with washing gels and powders, the brand also produces stain removers and all kinds of cleaning products – for floors, dishes, etc.
Who produces “Sarma”?
Nevskaya Kosmetika is one of the largest cosmetics companies in Russia. The headquarters is located in St. Petersburg. In 2019, Nevskaya Kosmetika turns 180 years old. The range of the brand is calculated in dozens of positions. The company gives preference to the interests of Russian consumers – the products offered meet environmental safety standards and have an affordable price. You can get acquainted with all the products of the company on its official website.
What does Roskachestvo say?
SMS “Sarma” was tested on the portal “Roskachestvo”, having received 4,289 points on the security scale. For comparison, “Burty”, which won first place – 4,89 points. Consumer properties not related to detergency were rated by Roskachestvo at 5 points, and related to detergency – at 4,21 points.
Roskachestvo experts conducted test purchases of detergents in order to test them for different positions. Sarma was among the tested brands. Studies have shown that Sarma:
- It coped equally well with protein stains and pigment-oil stains. I must say that of all the tested SMS, only 100 samples coped with the task 11%.
- Washes red wine. This test passed only two samples – Sarma and Meine liebe.
- Removes ink.
- Rust is not completely removed.
- Leaves hardness salts (scale) less than other analogues – 0,02 mg / sq. see For comparison – Burti color – 0,1 mg per 1 sq. cm.
- It entered the top ten funds that were awarded the title of “universal powder”. These SMS have dealt with most contaminants – blood, sweat, grass, wine, coffee, oil, etc.
Roskachestvo concluded that there are very few SMS on the market that can wash stains, they are mainly intended for “refreshing” linen. “Sarma” refers to SMS, which are able to remove stains of a different nature.
Note that not all products of Nevskaya Cosmetics are perfect. So, according to the results of the inspection by Roskontrol, it was found that the Eared Nanny, produced at the Irkutsk plant, is not suitable for washing children’s underwear – the toxicity index has been exceeded.
Benefits of Sarma
General advantages of Nevskaya Cosmetics products:
- Laboratory studies confirm compliance with requirements, quality and safety.
- Does not irritate the mucous membranes and skin – if suddenly a powdered or gel-like substance gets into the eyes or on the skin.
Important! Anyway, be careful and avoid getting the powder on the skin and especially in the eyes!
- Even getting into the blood – through the skin, into the respiratory tract or stomach, it does not have a toxic effect.
- The amount of phosphates in the composition does not exceed the established norms.
- Does not contain chlorine.
- It has an antibacterial effect – confirmed by the FBUN Research Institute of Rospotrebnadzor.
- Rinses out of fabrics well – but at least three rinses are needed.
- Universal – suitable for hand washing and in automatic machines.
Overview of washing powders and consumer reviews
Under the SARMA brand, several items of household chemicals are produced, including synthetic detergents (SMC) for washing clothes. The range includes powder and gel products. We will find out who is the manufacturer of this product and what products are on the market today.
“Active Mountain freshness”
In addition to white and light cotton linen, it can wash synthetics, as well as colored, dark and black fabrics. Contains optical brightener and enzymes. A pack of 2,4 kg costs about 350 rubles.
Positive:
- Almost the cheapest powder on the market.
- Virtually no smell. Linen does not acquire any aromas, it just smells of freshness.
- Washes well, but for the best effect it is necessary to soak. Works best on fresh stains.
- Delicate impact. Doesn’t ruin things.
Negative:
- Washes only weak stains at 60 degrees. Complex ones cannot be removed. The action is selective, it copes with one, it does not with the other. Oil stains, for example, washed at 70 degrees.
- Big expense. When saving, there is no desired effect. A standard pack is enough for three times.
In general, this is a good tool, but it is desirable to have something more effective on hand.
This is perhaps the most versatile powder in the Sarma series. But his composition is not so safe:
In the composition:
- sulfate — 15–30%;
- phosphate — 5–15%;
- anionic surfactants5 – 15%;
- nonionic surfactants
- oxygen-containing bleaching agents – 5-15%;
- defoamer
- silicates – 5–15%;
- carbonate — 15–30%;
- phosphonates
- dye transfer inhibitor
- optical brighteners;
- enzymes;
- perfume
The mass fraction of dust is up to 0,7%. Permissible value according to GOST 25644 – up to 5%. “Nevskaya Cosmetics” does not produce dust and does not irritate the respiratory tract.
“Mountain freshness”
Universal SMS for white and light-colored linen made of cotton fabrics. Contains oxygenated bleach. A pack of 2,4 kg costs about 230 rubles.
Positive:
- Removes yellow sweat stains in the armpit area. Stains are removed after soaking. It works much better than the popular Vanish stain remover.
- Affordable.
- There is no smell.
- Powerful whitening effect – gives white things freshness, whiteness.
- Deals with old dirt.
- It is economically consumed.
Negative:
- The presence of phosphates.
“Active Landish”
This is a product for colored laundry, it can also wash white, light, black and dark clothes, cotton and synthetics. Contains optical brightener and enzymes. A 2,4 kg package costs between 275–334 rubles.
Good comments:
- Careful attitude to fabrics – things do not shed.
- Eliminates fruit and other soiling typical for children’s clothing. Even removes dirt from watercolors, pencils, felt-tip pens.
- Works well with dirty white socks. In general, it copes well with white and light-colored linen.
- disinfectant effect. Kills linen mites.
- The smell of things is like after baby soap.
- Quality rinse.
- Does not cause itching and allergies.
- Affordable.
- Effective action.
- Can be washed in cold water.
- Does not corrode the skin.
- Universal application.
Negative:
- Not always and not everywhere you can buy.
- Some users are dissatisfied with the smell – “irritating” (quote).
“Gel Active Mountain freshness”
Liquid analogue of powdered Sarma. The gel-like mass has a mild effect and can be used to wash things of any color. Contains enzymes. There are no phosphates in the gel. A bottle with a capacity of 1,2 liters costs about 55-60 rubles.
Positive:
- Delicate attitude to things from any fibers – viscose, acrylic, cotton. After repeated use, the effect of “washed out” does not occur, the color and shape of the products are preserved.
- Eco-friendly – no phosphates.
- Effective in cold water – saves energy.
- Rinses out easily.
- The composition contains additives that protect the internal parts of the washer. True, users cannot verify this information.
- Very weak, almost neutral aroma. The smell is caught only if you “put” your nose into the bottle. Washed things do not smell of household chemicals, do not cause watery eyes, sneezing and other allergic reactions.
Negative:
- Removes stains poorly – traces remain. Moreover, the quality of washing complex contaminants does not depend on the temperature of the water. The effect does not improve even at 60 degrees.
- Not suitable for 100% white cotton – an unpleasant shade is acquired.
- With a decrease in dosage, the effect changes dramatically. True, such a claim is not justified – any SMS should be used in accordance with the doses indicated by the manufacturer.
- At a high cost – a mediocre result.
Conclusions
Summing up:
- Some Sarma products contain phosphates, others contain phosphonates, still others have both, and still others do not. In order not to get confused, you should just carefully read the information on the package.
- The brand in question, despite the affordable cost, is in the top 10 best.
Sarma is one of the best laundry detergents on the domestic market. This brand more than adequately represents the Russian manufacturer. Detergents “Sarma”, differing in affordable cost and safety, show an excellent washing effect.