Laundry washing soap
Laundry washing soap, often simply called laundry detergent or laundry soap, is a cleaning agent specifically designed for washing clothes and fabrics. It helps to remove dirt, stains, oils, and odors from clothing, leaving them clean and fresh
- Surfactants: The primary active ingredients in laundry detergent are surfactants (surface-active agents).
- These molecules have hydrophilic (water-attracting) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) parts.
- They help to lift and suspend dirt and oils from the fabric, allowing them to be rinsed away.
- Builders: Some detergents contain builders, such as phosphates or zeolites, which help to soften water.
- Softened water improves the effectiveness of the surfactants, allowing them to work better in hard water conditions.
- Enzymes: Many laundry detergents contain enzymes, such as proteases, amylases, and lipases.
- Enzymes break down specific types of stains, such as protein-based stains (like blood or sweat) or starch-based stains (like food).
