Residues of detergent


What residues of detergent?

Detergent residue is a light film left on fabrics by the laundry detergent. They accumulate on all items washed in the laundry: clothing, bedding, etc. However, it is generally realized that in the case of fabrics that are supposed to be water-resistant or absorbent. Baby Love manufactures diapers for over 20 years, but the problem of detergent residue is new. During the past year, it seems that a growing number of manufacturers of detergents that add extra ingredients to their compositions to differentiate their products and brands. This led to a sudden increase in the number of calls from people who use our products to inform us of wicking problems and leakage caused by detergent residue. It is a general matter in the whole layers of cotton sector.
 
Consequently, how should you choose a detergent? If you are lucky enough to find a detergent whose packaging displays ingredients, know that the longer the list is short, the less likely that the detergent contains additives problem. The price is not a factor indicative, as some cheap detergents are more effective than other more expensive products. What is important is to find a detergent that leaves no residue. We recommend detergents proven to not let residues, such as Charlie's Soap, Sensi-clean, Countrysave and Lemieux. These detergents contain no additives and leaves no residue, even when using the recommended amount or more!
 
It is more difficult to know what the detergents that are not good. Manufacturers continually change the composition of their products. The water quality differences between the washer and can affect the performance of washing diapers and complicate the determination of the case. For example, some detergents that contain additives can cause problems in a family, but seem no problem for another. The amount of detergent used may be different, as well as the proportion between the detergent and water; it is possible that a family uses more water, more fresh water from the harder water ... you understand the dilemma! There are so many factors that can influence the deposition of residues of detergent and to what degree. The qualifiers to watch on packages and can betray the presence of additive include "brighter" and "whiter". However, if you choose a recognized detergent to leave no residue, you can have peace of mind! Check out these two sites for information about studies related to residues: http://countrysave.com/announce.php and http://countrysave.com/announce.php

What additives are they?

Given the multitude of possible additives (natural and synthetic) that are likely to cause residues on fabrics problems, it is impossible to list them all here. However, here are a few to watch for:
 
  1. Softeners. These products are relatively easy to avoid because adding a softener to the detergent is generally clearly indicated on the packaging. Softeners cause wicking and water repellency on most water-repellent fabrics, and in fact on all fabrics, including cotton diapers
  2. Brighteners. Sometimes, the presence of claims as "brighter colors", "whiter whites" or "cleaner" is the only way to know that such agents have been added. This is usually whitener. Also called optical brighteners or fluorescent brightening agents, optical brighteners are agents (sometimes referred to as "crystal") that absorb ultraviolet light and reflect blue visible light. This gives the impression that clothes are brighter and sharper. In reality, these agents can cause leakage and wicking effect and also irritate the skin. MANY detergents contain this unfortunate additive, whose toxicity has also been demonstrated in fish and other aquatic species. Some brighteners are also capable of causing bacteria mutations. Biodegradation brighteners into less harmful components is very slow, and may cause eye and skin reactions in humans. Studies are underway to determine the scope of optical brighteners in the environment and subsequent damage they cause to the animal health.
  3. Agents for protection against stains. These agents, too, are usually easy to spot (though not always), because manufacturers often cite as a benefit. The endorsements as "stain repelling" or "stain protection" are clear indications of the presence of these additives, which also coat the fibers.
  4. Additives "natural." Natural additives are generally oils. Like chemical additives, they do not always cause problems, but over time, oil residues can build up and cause wicking, leaking and the fabrics. It may be, inter alia, orange oil, citrus extract, extract of grape seeds and other oils.
  5. "Natural" soaps. In reality, all soaps are natural; this is what distinguishes them from detergents. However, soaps can cause problems because the minerals in the water react with those soap and create an insoluble film. This film can leave a residue and turn a grayish hue to clothing. The brand Dr. Bronners is an example of a natural soap that can cause a residue problem.

What are the problems that these additives bring?

The list is long; here are a few:
  1. Wicking and leaks
  2. Liquid repellence
  3. smelly diapers
  4. rash
  5. Yellowing of white fabrics
These problems can quickly arise if layers are washed in a washing water with high content of detergent from the start ... even after only a few weeks. More common, however, to see a problem after a few months.
WICKING AND LEAKS: The wicking is the effect that a liquid is spilled into a tissue. How will the tailings cause wicking of a water repellent finish? This can happen in two ways.
  • For one thing, detergents leave a film on the nylon part which allows liquid to be transported within the layer, to the edges and on the other side on the front. Looks like the liquid is passed through the layer, but in fact, it did the trick!
  • The other way is diaper covers that feature a laminated membrane. These prevent leaks by preventing water molecules "whole" through the wall, including the tension of the water. Water molecules bind to each other and do not penetrate the fabric. However, detergents include wetting agents that disrupt tension of water, which allows the detergent to dissolve and disperse and better wash clothes. When detergent residues are deposited on diaper covers, the liquid loses its tension of water and can saturate the fabric. This is manifested in the form of general wetting diaper cover rather than a specific flight, as the thighs or stomach. Unfortunately, most people conclude that their diaper covers are worn or defective before realizing that it is a detergent residue problem, a problem that can usually correct!
Water repellence: This problem is the layers. If the fibers of the fabric become coated with a layer of cleaning agent residues, they will bead urine, like the feathers of a duck repels water. The residues are not the only possible cause, but they are a common cause that can be corrected.
LAYERS smelly: Unpleasant odors layers may be due to many causes, including residues of detergents. Residues "capture" or "bind" smell the fabric. In the case of diapers, detergent residues are the main cause of bad odors. Fortunately, it is possible to remove residues using a process sometimes called "stripping". We also received calls about smelly diapers, and the persons in question had made their day washing and drying the next day. The same thing occurs with a load of laundry, humidity is felt and the only way to make from these nauseating odors and perform several repeated washings before drying.
RASH: As can be expected, if a layer is coated with a chemical moiety, is likely to irritate the baby's sensitive skin.
FABRICS WHITE yellowed or greyish: Have you noticed that your white clothing are not as white? The most common cause is detergent residue ...

We recommend that you use detergents free of additives and leave no residue, can be used according to the recommended amount. Such detergents include:

  1. Les Produits Lemieux. Detergent for washable diapers
  2. Charlie's Soap. In reality, it is not a soap but detergent. This liquid detergent leaves no residue and provides good value for money. The powder was not tested.
  3. Sensi-Clean. This product is also sold under the name Sports Wash
  4. Country Save. Tested powder format.
  5. Les détergents composés principalement de bicarbonate de soude ou de soude du commerce.
Used moderately, many ordinary detergents cause no problem for most people who use them and the items they wash using these products. The key is to use less detergent (no more than half the recommended amount) and more water. In general, the detergents very cheap does not contain many additives, since these increase the cost of the detergent. They are therefore less likely to leave residues. It may be, inter alia, Sun marks Clout Windfresh and most basic generic detergents.

The detergents that we have often noted in our troubleshooting steps to have possibly caused residues are:
  1. All Free and Clear. The terms "free and clear" relate to the elimination of the mites, which means that the detergent actually contains a very high content of additives to remove allergens from fabric.
  2. Some versions of Bio-Kleen.
  3. 7th Generation.
  4. Dreft detergent and other "baby" including Ivory Snow.
  5. Dr. Bronner's and other soaps that contain some natural additives.

Help! I have detergent residue on my diapers! What to do?

Good news: products damaged by detergent residue can usually be escaped! If the residue is not too large, the problem can be solved by subjecting the layers a few rinse cycles with warm water without detergent and drying them in the dryer.

If this does not solve the problem, a "pickling" may need more intensive. Repeat the process twice following:
  1. Wash your diaper machine with hot water only (if the manufacturer's instructions leaching permitting).
  2. Do a second wash by adding 1/2 cup of baking soda and 1/2 cup vinegar to the wash water.
  3. Re-add 1/2 cup of vinegar to the first rinse cycle.
  4. Run a second rinsing cycle with hot water only.
  5. Dry the diapers in the dryer.
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