Key Takeaways
Liquid and powder laundry detergents each have different strengths and can be used most effectively for different laundry situations.
Powdered detergent tends to be best for dealing with daily grime and dirty, smelly laundry loads, reduces your environmental footprint, and produces less residue buildup in your washing machine.
Liquid detergent makes it easier to pretreat stains and is best for cold-water washing and delicate clothing.
With aisles and aisles of laundry detergents to choose from, it can be difficult to decide exactly which products will ensure that everything from sheets and towels to your most delicate clothes will look, smell, and feel fresh and clean. And while you can spend hours deciding whether sandalwood or lavender is the scent to go with, the most

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