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A tinge of yellow or a dull shade of gray can linger long after the laundry is complete.
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That’s why I found that having an effective laundry whitener on hand is so helpful.
But not all whiteners are suitable for every fabric or stain.
Countless options are available, including different forms, such as powders, liquids, and pods.
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If you are environmentally conscious and have skin sensitivities, you might even consider an eco-friendly option.
We’ve found the best laundry whiteners to give your laundry a boost.
Our picks will make it easier for you to keep that sparkle in your white laundry load.
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Our overall best pick for laundry whiteners is OxiClean White Revive.
We love that it works with top-loaded or high-efficiency machines.
We also tested the brand’sstain removerand loved how well it lifted our red wine and grass stains.
We think its whitener counterpart is equally effective.
It’s even effective at tough stains and whitening shoes.
One note is that while it’s unscented, the whitener smells fairly strong.
Just use proper ventilation in your laundry area, and you should be fine.
Our pick for best eco-friendly option is the AspenClean Oxygen Bleach Powder.
We love that it’s both highly effective, pet-friendly, and kid-safe.
Beyond eco-friendly, it’s also effective at brightening whites and removing stains, even for colored clothing.
Once you start using it, we think it’s bound to become a staple in your laundry room.
A little goes a long way with this whitener, which makes it cost-efficient.
We also appreciate that it’s suitable for standard and high-efficiency laundry machines.
A couple of drawbacks is that this whitener has an unpleasant smell.
But we overlooked this minor issue because it is so effective at whitening whites.
You also can’t use this with colors.
If stains are your biggest challenge on laundry day, we recommend Biz Laundry Detergent Powder Booster.
However, we appreciate that it’s not only great for stains, but also for eliminating odors.
Soon, you’ll be adding it to your usual routine regularly.
you’ve got the option to also use it for pre-soaking stubborn stains or odors.
For pre-soaking, you’ll need to use gloves when applying the product directly, just to be safe.
Bluing is purely for brightening dull whites, so it won’t be useful for getting rid of stains.
For an eco-friendly option, we recommendAspenClean Oxygen Bleach Powder.
It has no harsh chemicals in its ingredients list, and it’s hypoallergenic for people with skin sensitivities.
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Liquids and powders give you greater control over how much of the whitener you might add to your laundry.
Selecting a liquid or powder depends on the amount of your laundry load and whitening needs.
Tablets and liquids are great for smaller loads.
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They’re also super convenient and easy to use.
Consider the Stain and Ingredients
The throw in of whitener you use depends on the stain.
Different stains require different treatments, saysBarbara Stern, laundry and cleaning expert at Ottoman Textiles.
A before and after photo using the OUT White Brite Laundry Whitener on a stained textile.The Spruce
Knowing which ingredients to use to whiten stains can help you decide which one to buy.
Most work with warm or hot water, so it’s best to follow those guidelines.
Using cold water may lessen the effectiveness of your chosen whitener.
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it’s possible for you to also use a whitener to get rid of stains and brighten colored clothes.
If the color transfers, it is not color safe.
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Kenedee Fowleris a writer for The Spruce, specializing in finding the best laundry care.
For this guide, Fowler included whiteners from some of our favorite tested brands.
