Gloss

foto22745-1A series of products under the Losk trademark occupies a worthy position among the products intended for washing.

The manufacturer guarantees the quality of cleansing and offers consumers a wide range of washing powders, gels, and Gloss capsules.

When choosing, it is necessary to take into account the purpose of a particular tool and the features of its use. For an objective assessment of the means of Losk, it is recommended to compare them with analogues and get acquainted with the reviews of other users.

Manufacturer Description

foto22745-2The developer and copyright holder of the Losk brand is the German company Henkel... Over a 120-year history, the company has managed to reliably consolidate its position in the world market of household chemicals. Henkel products are available to people from many countries.

Until 1994, Losk detergents were exported to Russia from the GDR. Currently, powders and gels for the Russian consumer are produced at factories in Tosno, Leningrad Region, Engels, Saratov Region, and Perm.

Henkel specialists are constantly working on new projects... This allows them to produce innovative products with improved formulation and effectiveness. This is how new items appear with different flavors, enhanced stain removal systems, polymer additives to protect fibers.

Pros and cons

The advertising slogan created in 2006 "Losk is - there are no stains!" in many ways reflects the features of the issued funds. Henkel, the progenitor of several well-known brands, explains its strong reputation for strength.

The pluses include:

  1. A wide range of products for cleaning things of different quality.
  2. The absence of pronounced toxic substances in the composition of the funds.
  3. Enrichment of formulas with safe bleaching agents (oxygen, optical).
  4. Convenient form of production of powdered and liquid chemicals.
The use of new technologies, high-quality raw materials forces the company to set not the lowest price for its products. This is a relative disadvantage, since the final cost is affordable for the mass consumer.

Separate components also deserve criticism. The manufacturer includes non-surfactants and anionic surfactants, phosphates, aromatic additives in the composition of some products, which are considered unsafe for the environment and human health.

Line of detergents

The Losk brand series features a wide variety of laundry products. According to the state of aggregation and the method of packaging, they are classified into three main groups:

  • powders;
  • gels;
  • capsules.

Differences can also be found in active and complementary ingredients, aromatic additives, purpose and packaging volume.

Powder

foto22745-3For powder products are used:

  • APAV (5-15%),
  • Nonionic surfactants (less than 5%),
  • polycarboxylates,
  • phosphonates,
  • enzymes,
  • perfume.

Powders, depending on the variety, can contain:

  • fortified formula with 6 enzymes,
  • oxygen or optical brightener,
  • skin softening components.

Powders are suitable for hand or machine wash. This instruction is reflected on the packaging. They can be used to cleanse things from cotton, linen, synthetic fabrics.

The old Losk series has been replaced by innovative products with the Active-Zyme 6 formula. Powders effectively deal with stains of grease, herbs, food and prevent the appearance of pellets.

The powder series includes:

  1. Color.
  2. Mountain Lake.
  3. Orchid.
  4. Lotus.
  5. Jasmine.
  6. Sensitiv.

Powder Gloss Sensitiv "Chamomile Tenderness" contains additional components for the protection of sensitive skin, which have passed dermatological control.

Gel

Liquid concentrates are distinguished by a gentle wash, which preserves color and enhances aroma. Gels do not leave streaks on fabrics, remove stains of various origins, and flavor linen.

foto22745-4The composition includes:

  • APAV (5-15%),
  • Nonionic surfactants (less than 5%),
  • phosphonates,
  • soap,
  • complex enzymes,
  • preservatives,
  • perfume.

Almost all gels are of the Active-Zyme 6 formula with six complex enzymes. The innovative series includes varieties:

  1. Mountain Lake.
  2. Color.
  3. Orchid.
  4. Jasmine
  5. Lotus.
  6. Children's.

An overview of washing gels Gloss is presented in this publications.

Capsules

The consumer is offered double capsules containing concentrated cleansing liquids. The first capsule contains a stain remover. The second contains a gel concentrate, which is intended for general washing, preserving the color and structure of fabric fibers.

The contents of the capsules include:

  • APAV (15-30%),
  • Nonionic surfactants,
  • soap,
  • phosphonates,
  • enzymes,
  • stain remover,
  • perfume.

The tool is used for automated washing of cotton, linen and synthetic fabrics. The encapsulated form is available in two versions:

  1. Mountain Lake.
  2. Color.
The capsules must not be cut open and taken with wet hands. It is recommended to close the plastic container in which the piece products are stored and keep it out of the reach of children.

An overview of capsules for washing Losk is presented in this article.

When and which one to choose?

For washing light, colored, dark-colored things, you can pick up special Gloss products. They are available in any form (powder, gel, capsule). Adult and children's clothes are also washed with appropriate cleaners.

foto22745-5Losk is classified by purpose:

  1. For white and light - powder, gel and capsules "Mountain Lake", powder "Sensitiv", gels of the "Aromatherapy" line.
  2. For colored and dark - powder, gel, capsules "Color", "Aromatherapy".
  3. For children's - Children's gel.
  4. For stains - powder, gel "Mountain Lake", "Color".

How to use?

The scheme for using the Gloss products depends on the method of washing (hand or machine). With a low or medium degree of contamination of clothes without visible stains, washing is carried out in the usual way, normalizing the amount of powder or gel by the volume of the laundry and the hardness of the water. The dosage of each specific agent is indicated in the instructions attached to it.

If things are stained with grass, wine, oils, gouache, blood and other contaminants, then it is recommended to adhere to the following purification algorithm:

  1. Remove excess contaminant by blotting the stain with a clean cotton cloth.
  2. Apply a gel that matches the color of the fabric to the dirty area.
  3. Gently rub the product into the fabric, trying not to go beyond the boundaries of the stain.
  4. Soak the gel concentrate on the spot for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Wash the thing by hand or in a typewriter using powder, gel or capsules.
When washing heavily soiled items, it is recommended to dissolve powder or gel in water, soak the item completely and leave for 20-30 minutes. Next, you should wash the thing in the standard way.

Allergy to Losk

All Losk products contain substances that can cause a specific reaction in the body. First of all, these are fragrances, preservatives, surfactants.

foto22745-6Allergies can manifest themselves as:

  • redness
  • rashes
  • itching
  • sneezing,
  • cough
  • lacrimation,
  • runny nose.

Symptoms can appear both at the stage of using the product, and when wearing items washed with Gloss.

If it is determined that the cause of the malaise is a cleanser, it is necessary to exclude it from use and choose a more suitable analogue... In case of a strong course of allergies, you should consult a doctor, especially if negative consequences are noticed in a child.

For people with sensitive skin it is recommended to use a special product from the “Sensitiv” series, and for children - “Children's” gel.

Shelf life

The manufacturer gives a warranty period of validity of the LOSK products 3 years Powders, gels and capsules Gloss must be stored according to the instructions. The products are kept in closed containers at room temperature and low humidity.

Storage near heating devices or in direct sunlight is not allowed. Failure to comply with the storage rules affects the quality of the package contents.

Alternatives

Other popular brands of household chemicals can also compete with Losk. Differences may lie in the chemical composition, assortment, price. Losk's analogs are:

Ariel

Procter & Gamble products include powders, gels and capsules... Each form is characterized by several options, differing in purpose and flavor.

Unlike Losk, there are no special detergents for washing children's clothes in Ariel's line. The price level for powders is 600 rubles (3 kg), for gels - 400 rubles (1.3 liters), for capsules - 430 rubles (12 pcs.). Read more about Ariel's laundry detergents here.

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Tide

Another brand from Procter & Gamble. The product line also includes powder, gel and capsules for white and colored laundry..

Unlike Losk, the children's series is represented not only by gel, but also by powder. The cost of a small pack (450 g) is about 90 rubles, a liter bottle of gel is about 400 rubles, 15 capsules cost an average of 230 rubles. Read more about Tide laundry detergents here.

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Persil

These products are produced by Henkel, Losk's native company. The assortment is also presented in three forms: powder, gel, capsules.

The disadvantage of the brand is the lack of a children's line. However, the Sensitiv series includes not only powder, but also gel. The price for a package of a powder weighing 3 kg is about 300 rubles, a gel (1.3 l) - 400 rubles, 28 capsules cost about 600 rubles.

Read about Persil detergents here... Which is better - Losk or Percil, you can find out here.

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Beamax

Household chemicals brand from the Russian company "Nefis Cosmetics"... Unlike all previous brands, Bimax does not have capsules, only powder and gels. There are also no special products for children's washing.

The advantage of the assortment is the availability of special gels for denim and black clothes. The price tag for a small pack (450 g) fits in 60 rubles, gel (1.5 l) - 430 rubles. Read more about Bimax washing products here.

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Where and at what price to buy?

Losk-branded powders, gels and capsules are sold in supermarkets and hypermarkets, hardware stores, markets, online stores and on the manufacturer's official website. The price tag for goods is determined by the cost of the purchase, the policy of the outlet, the promotions held.

The average cost is:

  • powder "Mountain Lake" - 45 rubles (410 g);
  • powder "Freshness of flowers" - 490 rubles (2.7 kg);
  • powder "Color" - 320 rubles (2.7 kg);
  • powder "Aromatherapy" - 260 rubles (2.7 kg);
  • powder Sensitiv "Chamomile Tenderness" - 375 rubles (2.7 kg);
  • gel "Lotus" - 265 rubles (1.46 l);
  • Mountain Lake gel - 450 rubles (1.3 l);
  • Orchid gel - 500 rubles (1.46 l);
  • Duo-caps capsules - 800 rubles (18 pcs.), 400 rubles (14 pcs.), 180 rubles (12 pcs.)

Reviews

foto22745-11The products of the German brand have earned many positive reviews. More than 80% of users recommend household chemicals for use.

People note high efficiency, pleasant aroma... A plus is also the cost savings when buying a large package.

The disadvantages include the lack of measuring containers, poor rinsing ability, in rare cases, problems with the machine.

With regard to removing stains, reviews are conflicting. Many consumers have noticed that Gloss does not deal well with stains, especially gels. The other part of the users, on the contrary, are satisfied with the cleanliness of the laundry. People love that the products do not leave streaks.

Additional remarks include the lack of specialized products for silk and wool. within the Losk brand. However, the use of capsules when washing down jackets and jackets has shown excellent results.

Conclusion

Powders, gels and capsules for washing under the German brand "Losk" have established themselves as high-quality, effective, relatively safe products. They are popular with customers due to the variety of shapes, the volume of packaging, and the variable price scale.

Comparison with other brands, as well as user reviews, help to form a fair opinion about household chemicals and choose the right cleaning agent option.

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