Product review
Updated July 2025
Laundry detergents
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July 2025
Ariel
Original - Liquid
Price
$22.99
Score
86
Price
$22.99
Score
86
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Stain removal performance
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GOODEveryday grime
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AVERAGEPerspiration
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GOODGrass/mud
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GOODOlive oil
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AVERAGEBlood
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GOODBaby food
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AVERAGETomato
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GOODMakeup
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GOODMineral oil
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GOODChocolate
Product details
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TypeLiquid
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Pack size1225ml
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Cost per wash ($)$1.22
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Packaging typePlastic bottle
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Country of manufactureNot stated
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Fragrance
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Eco?
Packaging claims
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Contains enzymesYes
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Contains optical brightenersYes
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Low or no phosphates<5% phosphonates
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Safe for septic tanksNot stated
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Grey water safeNot stated
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Accreditationscleanright.eu
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High efficiency label
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