Fair Buy. Great For Sensitive Skin.
Delivery / Packaging<br /><br />I purchased the travel size to test it out, as I need specialty detergent for a small set of silk, and cotton fabrics.<br /><br />Being a small item, this was item was placed with several others in a communal box. The delivery was on-time and hassel free. The box arrived undamaged. Shutout to the delivery team for doing such a good job.<br /><br />The item itself was placed in a medium-thick plastic bag with an advertisement and a coupon. The top of the bottle leaked a bit.<br /><br />Overall, 6/10 for packaging. I would have preferred to not have recieved any additional advertisements or offers. As a millenial, I do everything electronically. An email or text with an offer would have been better. Simply to elimate paper waste and make using a coupon more efficient for online or in-person purchased.<br /><br />I also disliked the use of a plastic bag. Obviously, it's to act as a barrier in case of spills. My suggestion to the company is to create a stronger seal and cap instead. Also, using a wax-lined, recycled, unbleached cardboard box instead of a plastic bag would have been better. At least that way the packaging can be compostable.<br /><br />Basically, 3 pieces (1 plastic bag and 2 pieces of paper) ended up in a landfill for nothing. So I would like to see the company making improvements to change this dynamic.<br /><br />Contents:<br /><br />The detergent itself is fairly decent. It has a very faint smell that's hardly noticeable. The soap is not concentrated, and somewhat thin. A few drops does not lather particularly well. It takes roughly a third of the bottle to create any foam.<br /><br />I used this to handwash vintage kimono silk. In a separate batch, I also washed a set of pure cotton fabrics (printed and dyed). I didn't notice any damages to the silk or brocade. The cotton remained intact, no visible shrinkage. No color fade. None of the items had any visible residue left over. I was a bit disappointed that there wasn't any scent remaining after drying. I don't have any allergies or skin sensitivity, so I enjoy a vibrant fragrance.<br /><br />Overall, the detergent gets 7/10. It does the job. However, I think it's over-hyped. The website and the presentation make the product seem more high-end than it actually is. I feel like the price is less to do with the quality of the product itself, but more to do with keeping up with production costs. Since the product is made in the United States, the operation costs are greater. The consistency was also a bit disappointing. It's marketed as being concentrated, but it has very little viscosity.<br /><br />However, it gets a 10/10 for being cruelty free. Absolutely no animal testing. They get my respect and my thanks for that one.<br /><br />Another 10/10 for not using caustic chemicals, or having a heavy fragrance. I may be disappointed, but they do market themselves as being good for people with allergies and sensitivities. So if you're someone who can't handle fragrance, this detergent is for you.<br /><br />Final Thoughts:<br /><br />Honestly, I don't know if I like it or not. I appreciate the thought and care the company has put into certain things. I think it's just okay. Not the best, not the worst. If I had to use it again, it would be only for specialty items. I don't think I would purchase this for my everyday needs.<br /><br />I do think this is a good option for people who are really struggling to find a detergent that won't make them break out or sneeze or cause some kind of reaction.
Rating: 4 stars