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Which powder detergent is best?

December 17, 201925.1K views0 comments

 

  1. Ariel Detergent (1kg)

Ariel is a product of Procter and Gamble (P&G) Nigeria Limited. It is available in both Hand Wash and Machine Wash variants across major stores in Nigeria.

Strengths

  • It contains unique enzymes and polymers that help remove tough stains in one wash and keep clothes sparkling clean
  • It does not require one to scrub clothes to get results, as it allows for soaking
  • It is available in both Hand Wash (Ariel brilliant cleaning 1 wash) and Machine Wash (Ariel automatic washing powder) variants for consumers to choose from
  • It is gentle on the skin and has a nice fragrance
  • It is easily available in stores and retail shops nationwide

 

Weaknesses

  • It is not suitable for coloured cotton fabrics as it bleaches it
  • It contains some coloured particles which if not properly dissolved in water can caused stains on the clothe
  • At N950 per 1kg, it is relatively more expensive than many other brands of the same size.

 

  1. Sunlight 2-in-1 Detergent (900g/1kg)

Sunlight powder detergent is a product of Unilever Nigeria Plc. It comes in 3 variants namely: Sunlight Spring Sensation (Yellow Pack), Sunlight Tropical Sensation (Pink Pack), and Sunlight Paradise Sensation for auto-wash.

 

Strengths

  • It is gentle on the skin and retains its rich fragrance even after wash
  • It has a lifespan (production to expiry) of 2 years, which is rare for detergents
  • It is one of the most affordable brands in the market as the 900g pack goes for just N610
  • It is one of the fastest moving brands in the market and is available in virtually every supermarket, traditional markets, and retails shops across Nigeria.

 

Weaknesses

– It is not ideal for colour fabrics as it bleaches

 

 

  1. Viva Plus Detergent Powder (900g)

Viva Plus Detergent is a product of Aspira Nigeria Limited

 

Strengths

  • It is best for cleaning coloured clothes
  • It has a life span of about 2 years (same as Sunlight detergent), which is rare among detergents
  • It is quite common among detergent dealers and in shops.

 

Weaknesses

  • It does not form lather well enough in the water
  • It does not have a unique characteristic appealing fragrance like many competing brands
  • It requires long hours of soaking clothes in its water before stains could be properly removed.

 

  1. Zip Detergent Powder (1kg)

 

Zip detergent powder is a product of PZ Nigeria Ltd.

 

Strengths

  • It is very good on white clothing and linens and achieves a brilliant result in a single wash
  • It is packaged in a fascinated light-blue dominated sachet and has a nice fragrance
  • At N560 per 1kg, it is one of the most affordable brands in the market and is available in many stores nationwide.

 

Weaknesses

  • It is a bleaching detergent, mainly suitable for only white fabrics
  • It is more suitable as a washing machine detergent because it is no so mild on the skin/hand.

 

 

  1. OMO Detergent Powder (1kg)

OMO is one of the pioneering detergent brands in the Nigerian market. It is produced by Unilever Nigeria Plc. The product is available in both Hand Wash and Machine Wash variants (Same as Ariel Detergent Powder), and it is available in every major store and retail outlets nationwide.

 

Strengths

  • It one of the pioneer brands in Nigeria with effective stain removal quality
  • It is highly water-soluble and has a nice fragrance that is retained after wash
  • It is available in both Hand Wash (OMO multi-active detergent) and Machine Wash (OMO auto washing machine powder) variants
  • It is gentle on the hand and can also be used in the washing of toilets, mopping, cleaning, etc.

 

 

Weaknesses

  • It is one of the most expensive brands, as the 1kg Hand Wash variant presently sells at N720 and the Machine Wash variants at N1,025 in Shoprite, Spar outlets, and Supermarkets
  • It is best suited for only white clothes as it is known to be bleaching coloured clothes
  • It also contained some coloured particles which can leave stains on clothes if care is not taken
  • Popularity seems to have declined as it is a bit difficult to find in many retail shops/stores.

 

  1. Persil Colour Detergent (850g and 1.495kg)

Persil powder detergent is an imported brand, produced by Unilever UK Limited. It comes in a unique paper package for easy handling by the consumer.

Strengths

  • It is gentle on the skin and has a nice fragrance
  • It removes tough stains, and there are bio and non-bio forms of the product
  • It dissolves instantly in water and does not leave particle or stain on clothes
  • It has a wash booster technology in its makeup which makes it effective for removing oily and greasy stains
  • It preserves the colour on fabrics and is highly recommended by dry cleaners for washing all kinds of fabrics.

 

Weaknesses

  • It is not so economical as the 1.495kg variant goes N4,000
  • It is only best used as machine wash detergent
  • It can only be found in malls and online stores.

 

  1. SO Klin Detergent (900g)

SO Klin is a product of Eko Supreme Resource Nigeria Limited.

 

Strengths

  • It is one of the cheapest brands in the market, with the 900g selling for N650
  • It has a good stain removal effect, particularly tough stains
  • It is gentle on the skin and very effective for killing bacteria
  • It is a well-known brand, available virtually everywhere, and has been in the market for many years.

 

 

Weaknesses

  • Only best suited for white clothes, as it bleaches and is corrosive on coloured clothes
  • It is not so suitable as a Washing Machine Detergent
  • It does not have a unique characteristic appealing fragrance like many other detergents in circulation.

 

  1. WAW Multi-Use Detergent (900g)

WAW Multi-Use Detergent is a product of Expand Global Industries Limited. It comes in a unique black colour sachet

Strengths

  • It works well for both white and coloured garments
  • It is one of the most affordable brands, with the 900g sachet selling for N610
  • It is packaged in a unique black colour sachet and available in stores and retail outlets across the country.

 

Weaknesses

  • It does not foam or produces lather well enough in the water
  • A session of consumers believes the detergent cause visible whitish skin reactions/marks.

 

  1. Nittol Multi-Use Detergent (900g)

Nittol Multi-Use Detergent is also a product of Expand Global Industries Limited (maker of WAW Multi-Use Detergent).

Strengths

  • It has a good stain removal effect, particularly tough stains
  • It is gentle on the skin/hands
  • It is very economical as the 900g sachet sells for just N500
  • It has antiseptic content effective for killing bacteria and germs.

 

Weaknesses

  • It reacts in water to form curds that can be re-deposited on fabric
  • It is common in malls, but scarce in retail shops and traditional markets

 

  1. Good Mama Cleaning Detergent (1kg)

Good Mama cleaning detergent is a product of Eko Supreme Resource Nigeria Limited. It is packaged in an attractive yellow sachet and comes in two variants – Flora fresh and Lemon fresh.

Strengths

  • It dissolves easily and forms lather well enough in the water
  • It has floral fresh and lemon fresh variant – each having a unique fragrance
  • It is quite popular among powder detergents dealers in the country
  • It is very affordable for any income class as the 1kg sachet goes for N500.

 

Weaknesses

– Being a non-bleaching detergent, it is not so suitable for washing whites.

 

 

  1. Canoe Extra Care Detergent (900g)

Canoe Extra Care Detergent is a product of PZ Nigeria Plc. It is a non-bleaching detergent and is best suitable for washing coloured fabrics.

Strengths

  • It is effective in killing bacteria on fabrics
  • It is one of the cheapest brands in the market with the 900g sachet selling at N600
  • As a non-bleaching detergent, it is very suitable for washing coloured fabrics of any sort

 

Weaknesses

  • Many customers are more familiar with the bar soap variant (Canoe bar soap) than the detergents
  • Its fragrance is not as attractive as that of many other brands

 

  1. Magik Multi-Purpose Detergent Powder (900g)

Magik Multi-Purpose Detergent is a product of Nourdm Global Company Limited.

Strengths

  • It is an all-purpose detergent, and can also be used for scrubbing, cleaning, washing dishes, etc.
  • It is economical, as the 900g sachet goes for just N500 in retail stores
  • It has a nice fragrance and appears to be bigger than many of the competing brands

 

Weaknesses

  • It is not so mild on the hands/skin
  • It sometimes causes whitish skin reactions/marks after using
  • It is only good for washing whites as it bleaches coloured fabrics.

 

  1. SO Easy Multi-Use Detergent Powder (1kg)

 

SO Easy Multi-Purpose Detergent is a product of Extreme Manufacturing Nigeria limited.

Strengths

  • It is suitable for both white and coloured clothes
  • It forms lather well enough in the water
  • It is affordable for any income class as the 1kg sachet sells for just N500
  • It packaged in an attractive black colour dominated sachet

 

Weaknesses

  • It does not have a unique characteristic appealing fragrance
  • It is only suitable as Hand Wash and not as Machine Wash detergent.

 

 

 

 

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