Which powder enhancer to choose: TOP 10 options with different compositions

Not all laundry can be washed equally well the first time. Often even repeated washing does not help. So that consumers do not waste time and energy on fighting stubborn dirt, manufacturers have come up with another product – a powder enhancer (PC).

What you need to know about detergent boosters?

Often there are stains on linen, clothes and other things that need to be washed, which require a special approach – washing, removing stains, and repeating the cycle. Thanks to the wash enhancers, it is possible to cope with pollution the first time.

Many will say that the manufacturers are completely insolent – they used to offer to buy conditioner and rinse aid in addition to washing powder, and now also some kind of amplifier. Perhaps there is some truth in this, but each consumer should proceed, first of all, from his own interests and benefits.

The enhancer will save you:

• time;
• electricity;
• water.

And at the same time, it washes clothes to perfect cleanliness, saving you the fuss with stain removers. True, many amplifiers have to be used as stain removers to achieve the desired effect.

How to apply the washing booster?

The reinforcing composition is added together with the main powder – in the same tray. Place one scoop into the cuvette. Such funds can be combined with any form – with powder, liquid, gel. They can also be used for soaking.

Application of UE when soaking:

• In 2 liters of hot water dissolve one spoonful of UE.
• Soaking lasts up to 6 hours, no more.
• The soaked thing is sent to the washer.

How to prepare a laundry booster?

If you do not trust manufacturers, or do not want to put additional “chemistry” into the washer, or want to save money on buying it, try to prepare the reinforcing composition yourself. For its preparation, simple and safe ingredients are used. With such an amplifier, even children’s clothes can be washed.

You will need utensils:

• fork;
• Cup;
• container.

Ingredients:

• Soda – 2 cups. Helps remove stubborn dirt and old stains.
• Hydrogen peroxide – 1/4 cup. It has a cleansing effect, dissolves impurities.

Procedure:

• In a cup, mix baking soda with hydrogen peroxide using a fork.
• Break up lumps carefully with a fork.
• Transfer the mixture to a container and close the lid.

The resulting composition, interacting with water, dissolves stains and whitens fabrics. In it, clothes can be washed – add a quarter cup, or soak – for 20 minutes or for several hours.

Overview of popular UEs and consumer reviews

The market offers dozens of products that enhance the effect of conventional washing powders. Consider several popular products from domestic and foreign manufacturers.

Cleantown – with oxygen bleach

Copes with stains of different nature, removes herbal pollution, blood, brilliant green, iodine, coffee, sweat, wine, juices, resins, oils. Eco-friendly powder product. Contains 30% sodium carbonate, 15 to 30% natural soap and oxygen bleach, and less than 5% citric acid. A 320 g carton contains 8 sachets, 40 g each. The cost of one pack is 120 rubles.

Fall asleep directly into the drum of the washing machine. For one cycle, put 35 g (1,5 tablespoons) – this dose is designed for 4-5 kg ​​of laundry. In the presence of complex stains, the dosage is slightly increased.

Advantages:

• Does not contain phosphate and chlorine.
• Oxygen bleach is universal. They can wash children’s clothes, clean carpets and upholstered furniture, soak linen, and also use as a stain remover.
• It can be used in washing machines of any type – in automatic and semi-automatic machines. Suitable for hand washing.
• Frequent use is allowed.
• No harsh odors. Smells a little like soap and soda. Does not contain fragrances or fragrances.
• Works on most types of stains.
• Compatible with any synthetic detergents (SMC).

One sachet is designed for one cycle in SMA. But users save money by stretching each one by 2-3 times. Even with such a dosage, it is possible to obtain an excellent effect – the quality of washing increases significantly. Manufacturer – Eurasian Soap Company (Russia, Rostov-on-Don).

Pastaclean — packaging of 4 and 6 kg

This German UE is multifunctional, it delicately removes stains while preserving the bright colors of colored fabrics. Refreshes and deodorizes fabrics, softens water. A package weighing 4 kg costs 2 rubles, 999 kg – 6 rubles. Packaged in plastic buckets.

Consists of sodium carbonate, citric acid, sulfonic acid, tetra-acetylethylenediamine and other ingredients little known to a wide range of consumers. Manufacturer – Germany.

Advantages:

• Concentrated. 4 kg is enough for 320 washes.
• Prevents fading – “anti-grey” effect.
• Removes organic soiling from wine, coffee, fruit, etc.
• There are no streaks on the fabric.
• Can be combined with various SMS, including capsules and concentrated gel.
• Protects CMA from scale.
• Universal – you can wash white and colored things.
• Can be used to bleach shells.

You can’t find Pastaklin in ordinary outlets; you need to order it in online stores.

OXY – three in one

Non-concentrated product for colored and white items. Not only enhances the washing effect of SMS and removes stains, but can also be used as a cleaning agent. Contains special enzymes and active oxygen. No fragrances. Packing Oxy 350 g costs about 115 rubles. Manufacturer – Snowter (Russia).

Advantages:

• Versatility. Performs several functions at once.
• Removes organic stains – from juices, wine, mold, tea, etc.
• Deals with stubborn grease.
• You can clean furniture, carpets, etc.

There are a lot of positive reviews about Snowter products on the net, in the OXY series there are many different stain removers, bleaching and universal products. OXY is effective but doesn’t always work on stains without pre-soaking.

“Antipyatin” – stain remover

Concentrate for any type of linen. For hand and automatic washing. A pack weighing 70 g costs 22 rubles, 300 g – 95 rubles, 750 g – 259 rubles. Contains up to 30% sodium carbonate, optical brightener, anionic surfactants and fragrance – up to 5%. Producer – Trading House NHC LLC (Leningrad region).

Advantages:

• Virtually no smell. The characteristic odor appears on direct contact with water.
• Removes fruit, berry and other stubborn dirt. Handles greens.
• Whitens and disinfects, refreshes, makes the color more saturated.

Disadvantages:

• When filling directly into the drum, the result is not always positive. The most difficult pollution must first be removed, and then washed. Standard application – make a mixture with boiling water and apply to the stain.
• Does not remove traces of hair dye.
• Must be diluted before use.
• To work better, soaking is necessary.

Luxus – “Super Power”

To enhance the effect of SMS. Packing 500 g – 179 rubles. Manufacturer – Russia. The dosage is selected taking into account the contamination of things. Manufacturer – Germany.

Advantages:

• Copes with problems that ordinary SMS does not solve.
• Removes traces of coffee, cocoa, herbs, wine, cosmetics and more.

Disadvantages:

• Not suitable for wool and silk.
• Not suitable for shedding fabrics.

Deox “Additivo” – with antibacterial effect

It has an antibacterial effect, prevents the appearance of odor. 750 ml costs 200-300 rubles. Contains the active ingredient Odorzero-Complex. Contains fragrance. Manufacturer – Italy.

Advantages:

• Universal tool – for any typewriter, for hand washing, combined with all SMS.
• Thanks to Odorzero-Complex, it prevents the appearance of the smell of sweat, removes the smell of tobacco that impregnates the clothes of smokers. Eliminates the smell of pets, food and more.

Disadvantages:

• For heavily soiled, odor-laden garments, 3 cycles in a row are necessary to obtain an optimal result.

“First Snow” – with a whitening effect

All purpose powder enhancer and bleach. Effective at low temperatures. In the composition – active oxygen, optical brightener, flavoring additive. 550 g costs 95 rubles. Manufacturer – Russia.

Advantages:

• Removes the most difficult stains – ink, wine, coffee and others.
• Can be used at low temperatures (40 °C).
• Can be used to clean different surfaces.
• Affordable.
• Can be used in different ways – soak or immediately add to CMA.
• From washing in a typewriter, fabrics become gray over time, “First Snow” restores whiteness to white things.

Disadvantages:

• Some things have to be washed by hand.

MIX ENERGY – alkaline

For professional washing and heavy soiling, liquid alkaline enhancers are used to enhance the action of surfactants and detergents. They remove greasy, oily and other complex contaminants, and also prevent corrosion of washing machine parts. Recommended for overalls, restaurant uniforms, etc.

MIX ENERGY is a product of the CleanBox trademark. Suitable for all types of washers. Not only washes dirt, but also protects fabrics. Application helps to simplify washing in the future. Things acquire a light and pleasant smell. A 5 liter container costs about 1480 rubles.

Advantages:

• Removes protein, oil, grease, soil and clay stains.
• Prevents graying of white fabrics.
• Has low foaming.
• Retains high cleaning power in any water – soft and hard.

Amway SA8 Tri-Zyme – two in one

A powerful drug that destroys deeply ingrained dirt. Used for soaking and falling asleep in the CMA drum. Contains no phosphates. There is an optical whitening agent and fragrance. 1 kg of concentrate costs about 950 rubles. A box is enough for 232 soaks. 15 g per cycle is put into the washer. Manufacturer: Amway Corp.

Advantages:

• Works great for sports and work clothes.
• Effective at 30-95°C.
• Washed clothes do not irritate the skin.
• Neutralizes chlorine, which is contained in water – this enhances the cleansing effect of enzymes.

Disadvantages:

• With Amway UE, it is not always possible to remove complex contaminants the first time, without soaking.

Oxi – for colored fabrics

Oxi is a versatile and multifunctional stain remover that enhances the effectiveness of SMS. 1 kg – 350 rubles. Manufacturer – Italy.

Advantages:

• Thanks to active oxygen, it eliminates problematic dirt, including grease.
• Suitable for colored and white linen.

Flacer, a manufacturing company, promises to introduce this product in tablet form in the near future – to simplify dosing.

Conclusions

Summing up:

• UE, like any household chemicals, requires careful use. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with running water.
• Almost all UEs can be used as stain removers and cleaners – to clean plumbing, dishes, countertops, ceramic surfaces and much more.
• Most products come with a measuring spoon.
• When choosing the right one, pay attention to the composition – it should not contain dangerous components. Otherwise, what’s the point of overpaying for expensive eco-powders.

There are enough products on the market to enhance the cleansing effect of SMS. Thanks to these products, it is possible to significantly facilitate and speed up the washing process, improve the quality of washing. You can choose an option with special features – with a whitening, stain-removing, antibacterial effect.