Review of Laska laundry detergents: range and its features, cost, consumer opinions

Henkel is a renowned leader in the global market. A steadily growing business is Laundry & Home Care, which has been exclusively dedicated to cleaning and cleaning products since 1876.

The popular brand Laska is an innovative development by leading German specialists for the careful care and restoration of all types and colors of fabrics that have received recognition from Russian housewives.

This article will tell you about gels from this manufacturer, their types, and how to use Laska for washing in the washing machine and by hand.

Manufacturer of detergents

The manufacturer of Laska gels is the German company Henkel , which has a rich history.

Created at the end of the 19th century by Fritz Henkel, it produced universal washing powder.

The range of goods produced by the company was constantly increasing, and production technologies were being improved.

Factories that produce Henkel products are now located all over the world, including in Russia.
The list of products produced includes:

• adhesives;
• cosmetics;
• cleaning and detergents;
• personal hygiene products;
• sealants;
• personal hygiene products, etc.

Currently, Henkel is a large company with factories in 70 countries. The headquarters is located in Düsseldorf (Germany).

Henkel has its own laboratories and research centers, which allows it to maintain leadership in the global market and maintain a high level of quality for all its products, using modern technologies and patented technologies.

Types of products

Laska washing gels have been produced at Henkel production facilities in Russia since 1997. At first it was laundry detergent, but already in 2004 the company switched to liquid detergents.

The range of products is constantly expanding, and the quality is becoming even higher, fully meeting global requirements . Now the product line includes several types of concentrated washing powders in liquid form.

For wool and silk

Clothing and household items made from natural wool and silk cannot be washed with universal detergents, even those produced in gel form. Liquid powder “Wool and Silk” is intended for such products.

The detergent contains a patented formula - Fibercare . Thanks to the innovative composition, the washing process occurs carefully, taking into account all the characteristics of the material. At the same time, the texture of natural fibers, their color and softness are preserved.

Care and recovery

Preserving the properties of the material and combating pellets have become possible using the “Care and Recovery” gel. The process of returning the lost characteristics of the material is ensured by the Fibex-tech formula. It is she who is responsible for the quality of care and the removal of the majority (up to 80%) of pellets from the fabric.

Care and freshness

The gel for long-lasting freshness of things throughout the day is developed based on the patented Deo-Fresh formula . It is suitable for synthetic materials, as well as those that have a complex composition. In this case, the products receive comprehensive care during the washing process, maintaining the appearance and functionality of the products.

Sport

Clothes for outdoor activities, sports and travel require special care.
The Laska gel, designed to treat such things, is based on the Activecare formula - developed by Henkel. Sportswear, the care of which includes the use of “Laska Sport”, thanks to the patented formula:

• removes unpleasant odors;
• gives things freshness;
• preserves the functionality of membrane tissues.

Recovery effect (for color, white, black)

The “Restoration Effect” group of products includes 3 types of gel:

1. For white clothes.
2. For colored things.
3. For black products.

Each product is created based on the company's patented Fibex-tech formula. Thanks to it, the care of things becomes even better and the beauty of things is not lost from wash to wash.

Wherein:

1. Contaminants from the fibers are carefully removed.
2. Surface roughness is eliminated.
3. The number of pellets decreases.
4. The strength of the fabric is maintained.

A detergent designed for colored clothes that prevents bright colors from washing out and losing shape with regular use. The saturation of shades is maintained by special components in the composition that prevent the loss of colors and the settling of color molecules washed from one thing on other things.

For dark and black items, the “Dark Color Restoration Effect” gel is intended. This drug prevents the leaching of rich pigment from the fabric and maintains color.

Keeping clothes white has become even more accessible with Laska gel. The composition with the Fibex-tech formula takes care of the fabric and prevents loss of snowy whiteness .

Varieties of gel and powder forms

“Laska” is available in several versions, so to achieve maximum effect it is worth clearly defining the purpose of use in advance.

"Black Magic"

This variety of “Laski” allows you not only to remove dirt, but also to preserve the intensity of the main color, restores the richness and depth of shades, and gives the product a well-groomed appearance.

The effect is achieved by removing the pellets that appear during the wearing of the product. Their presence gives black clothes a faded and uncharacteristic gray appearance.

"White Glow"

This series helps restore snow-whiteness to gray and yellowed white products. Most effective against fresh stains. "White Glow" smoothes the surface of the material, which enhances the reflection of color.

"Color Shine"

This product prevents dyes from being washed out of colored fabrics.

Protecting the shade of a thing goes in three main directions:

• saturation protection,
• maintaining contrast and shine,
• smoothing out roughness.

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Regular use of Color Shine preserves the appearance of the product throughout its entire service life.

For wool and delicate fabrics

The series with bamboo extract provides gentle care for delicate fabrics and wool. Regular use of this series of products allows you to give your clothes tenderness, softness and elasticity.

Suitable for use with the following materials:

• llama wool,
• viscose,
• silk,
• fluff,
• sheep wool,
• mohair,
• cashmere.

For sportswear

This “Weasel” helps to preserve the properties of the membranes and fibers of the material without changes, eliminate the smell of sweat and prevent its reappearance after active sports.

Active & Fresh is recommended for use on the following fabrics:

• cotton,
• spandex,
• fleece,
• membrane material,
• microfiber,
• polyamide,
• polyester.

Compound

Laska concentrated washing gels contain:

• up to 5% nonionic surfactants;
• up to 15% surfactants;
• phosphonates;
• enzymes;
• soap;
• fragrance, etc.

The detergent with a synthetic base contains surfactants, the presence of which ensures high-quality removal of contaminants. Thanks to their gel form, they are quickly distributed in water, starting to act literally from the first minute.

The liquid form of the product also rinses out of fabrics well, much better than most powders.

Enzymes in the gels effectively remove stains and dirt . Special components in liquid powders maintain and restore colors, and also care for the material itself.

A smaller amount of mineral fractions and inorganic salts than dry laundry detergents helps to better preserve the strength and shape of the fabric. And the aromatic component leaves a pleasant fresh smell on things.

The composition may differ in different gels. For example, plant extracts are added to a product for treating woolen clothes.

How to use, where to fill?

The product is used as an independent laundry detergent. The permissible temperature range is from 30 to 60 degrees. To select the correct dosage, you need to assess the degree of contamination.

In the washing machine

Step-by-step instructions for machine processing:

1. Place the laundry in the washing machine drum without overloading it (ideally ½).
2. Old stains must first be washed or treated with a stain remover.
3. Pour the dose recommended by the manufacturer into the powder compartment or directly into the drum (average degree of soiling - 90 ml per 5 kg of laundry, heavy - 120).
4. Select a program that matches the fabric type and label instructions.

Manual processing

Application for manual cleaning:

1. Pour water into the container, the temperature of which does not exceed 30-40 degrees.
2. Add the required amount of product (40 ml per 5 liters, except for Care & Repair, for which you need to double the volume of water).
3. Rinse the laundry thoroughly after washing to free the fabric fibers from any detergent residue.

Before using the washing gel, you should read the manufacturer's recommendations.

Tips for use

The quality and result of washing depends on the correct use of the gel. The main points are:

1. 
   Preliminary sorting of laundry by color and composition.

2. Use any gel only for its intended purpose, and in accordance with the instructions from the manufacturer.
3. Setting the temperature within the values ​​recommended by the manufacturer. They differ from each other for different gels.
4. It is advisable to shake the gel before use.

The amount of gel serving per wash should take into account the degree of contamination of the item and water hardness:

For normal hand washing, 80 ml of gel per 10 liters of medium and soft water is enough.

Advantages and disadvantages

Down jackets and jackets made of membrane fabric are contraindicated for washing with powder detergents. First of all, because it is very difficult to rinse out the detergent afterwards, streaks are bound to remain. Therefore, liquid compositions for washing outerwear are a real godsend. The main thing is to strictly follow the recommendations indicated on the packaging.

After washing, the linen is extremely soft and has vibrant color thanks to shade-restoring substances.

The main advantages of "Laska":

• Convenient container. There is no need to worry about how to measure a certain amount of product, there is a convenient cap.
• It is possible to purchase in the amount you need (buy more or less - it’s up to you to decide).
• Dissolves perfectly in water.
• There is no need to heat the water excessively, even in warm water there will be a decent effect.
• Suitable for both hand washing and washing machine, which means you don't have to purchase multiple products.
• There is no need to use additional conditioner.
• Can be purchased at any convenience store.
• Perfectly removes stains of various origins.

Important: things made of natural silk, wool and cashmere are under no circumstances subjected to heat treatment, as they lose their shape (stretch, or, conversely, shrink). In addition, it is not recommended to wash colored laundry in hot water.

Choose the right detergent.
There are much fewer disadvantages, but they still exist. Most often, liquid powder is “blamed” for not being able to cope with long-term stains and stains of technical origin. But it’s important to just be more careful, for example, grease stains, traces of hair dye, berries are best washed by hand immediately, before they dry out. If you see that the fabric on the cuffs and collar is darkening, wash the product in an automatic washing machine.

These simple tips will save your nerves and allow you to use your favorite wardrobe items for a long time.

In addition, a relative disadvantage is the far from budget cost and not very economical consumption. For some housewives, a large bottle only lasts for a month.

The conditioner makes the fabric soft, and the fragrances make it fragrant, so wearing clothes washed with Laska automatic washing gel is pleasant.

Features of using “Laski” for a washing machine:

• If the drum is loaded no more than halfway, the quality of the wash will be better;
• Wash colored items separately from white ones;
• Pour liquid powder into the second compartment;
• Use 0.5 to 1 capful per wash.

Liquid powder does not leave streaks on clothes.
Well, in order to preserve the properties of the fabric, choose the right temperature regime.

Be sure to adhere to washing specifications and the correct temperature.

How to make the right choice?

Depending on what items need washing, the most suitable gel is selected. Proper care is ensured by a thoughtful choice of detergent:

• 
  for silk and woolen items, “Wool and Silk” is suitable;

• for sportswear, including membrane - “Sport”;
• for dynamic, active individuals who wear modern synthetic fabrics, “Care and Freshness” is suitable;
• It is better to wash black clothes every time with the “Restoration Effect” caress for black;
• white products - “Recovery effect” for white;
• bright colored textile items - “Recovery effect” for colored;
• things that need restoration - with “Care and Restoration” gel.

Gels are not intended for washing newborn clothes. But they can be used to care for the clothes of older children.

Washing colored and sports items

When washing colored clothes and bedding, you need to carefully sort the clothes. Be sure to separate blue and bright red items - these dyes are not very durable and can leave stains. Do not use “Laska Shine White” when washing colored items - the bleaching components will make the color dull. However, gel for colored clothing retains color by retaining the dye in the fibers of the fabric. Softening components make things soft, smooth out creases and add shine.

"Active and Fresh" is the best way to wash and freshen any sportswear. For machine washing, you can select a temperature range of up to 60°C. It is at this temperature that enzymes most effectively eliminate the smell of sweat and make things fresh even after a short wash.

It washes well with Laska and thermal underwear. It becomes fresh and soft, which feels very comfortable when worn.

Allergy to liquid powder: what to do?

Like any household chemical, Laska gels can, in extremely rare cases, cause an allergic reaction. This is due to the individual characteristics of the body, which may react negatively to any component in the composition of the product.

If an allergy occurs, you must stop using the gel. In this case, items washed with Laska must be thoroughly rinsed again. If symptoms are severe, the patient may be recommended, if necessary, symptomatic treatment; in severe cases, consult a doctor.

Gels are much less likely to cause allergies than powders, since they do not generate dust and do not irritate the respiratory tract and eyes with small particles entering the air.

Best before date

Household chemicals have a limited shelf life. For Laski, this is 36 months from the date of production. After the expiration date has expired, the gel may deteriorate (for example, change consistency, smell, etc.) and become ineffective. An expired drug should not be used.

If you have laundry detergent at home,
you must follow the storage rules; for this, the place should be:

• childproof;
• dark;
• dry.

Violation of storage conditions may lead to product damage. It should also be taken into account that the lid of the package must be screwed on to prevent the entry of foreign substances and accidental spillage of the contents.

Top 3 alternative options and their prices

Washing gels are produced by a large number of companies. When choosing an option, you need to pay attention to trustworthy manufacturers who control the quality of their products at all stages of production.

Persil

Persil detergents are also produced in a wide range . The list of products includes gels “Expert”, “Premium”, “Color” and others.

If Laska is not available, you can use one of the Persil products (for white, black, color). An exception is the care of woolen and sports items, since the Persil line does not contain the corresponding preparations.

Persil liquid washing powder products have many advantages, including:

1. Economical consumption.
2. Safety.
3. High efficiency.
4. A wide range of.
5. Pleasant scent.
6. Good rinsing and many other points.

Gels are available in various volumes. All packaging is ergonomic. Price for 1.3 liters is around 300 rubles.

Tide

Tide washing gel is a popular product among consumers that meets all global safety requirements for household chemicals. It is effective and allows for pre-treatment of stains.

As with Percy, the line of products does not contain special products for treating wool, silk and membrane items. The gel is produced in various scents. Price for 1 liter – from 220 rubles.

Gloss

Losk gels are another line of products that are produced at facilities . The liquid detergent has economical consumption and ergonomic packaging.

In the list of Losk products you can find gels for washing products of various colors (black, white, colored). They also produce Gloss for children's clothing, and a series of gels with various pleasant aromas, which remain on the linen after washing.

The list of preparations does not include only gels for membrane clothing, silk and wool . Price for 1.3 l – from 210 rubles.

Washing features

There are two categories of items that deserve special attention when washing. This includes sportswear and damaged items.

Do not load the machine drum more than halfway - this will improve the quality of the wash.

Sportswear

Today, the manufacture of sportswear is impossible without the use of modern technologies that increase the breathability of things and their thermoregulatory properties. If you wash such things in the same way as everyone else, they will very quickly lose their decent appearance, not to mention their special characteristics.

Adjust the washing temperature specified by the clothing manufacturer to preserve the properties of the fabric, and “Laska” will help give it shine and a fresh tint.

How to wash sports items?

• Separate from the rest;
• Use only washing gel, no powder products;
• Avoid conditioners and bleaches;
• It is better to wash in special bags;
• The water temperature should not exceed 40 degrees.

To extend the life of your clothes, wash them in special laundry bags.

Damaged items

Another category of things that need a special approach:

• Do not exceed the dosage of detergent;
• Do not use liquids that are not intended for this type of fabric;
• Water temperature no more than 40 degrees;
• To enhance the effect, it is better to combine gel and powder.

Before pouring washing gel into the machine, read the instructions for use.
Some people are used to washing with ordinary powder, and are sure that this is correct. But most housewives, having once tried the Laska liquid laundry detergent, decided to give it their preference once and for all. Try it and decide for yourself.

Each product is highly effective in relation to a specific type of fabric or color.

Rules for a profitable purchase

You can purchase Laska products in a chain of household chemical stores, large supermarkets and online stores. If you use washing gel frequently, it is more profitable to purchase a large volume of gel.

The cost depends on the volume of the product and the place of purchase (all prices are here):

• 0.5 l – from 130 rubles;
• 1 liter costs from 250 rubles;
• 3 l – from 500 rubles.

During the period of discounts and promotions, purchasing a gel can be very profitable.

Reviews

who use Laska washing gels note their high quality, light unobtrusive aroma, efficiency , as well as good dissolution in water and high-quality rinsing.

Disadvantages include high cost and the fact that often not the entire range of gels is available at points of sale.

Reviews of the gel Laska Restoration Effect (for color) can be read here and here, about the product Restoration Effect (for black) - here, on this and this review, about liquid powder Restoration Effect (for white) - here, here and here.

Read reviews of the “Sport” product here, here and here, Care and freshness - on this review, Care and restoration - here, here and here, Wool and silk - on this and this review, here.