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Should I Use A Low-pH Product In My Laundry?

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Even though it’s used in the fabric softener drawer, Downy Rinse is not like traditional fabric softeners which condition fibers to soften them. Instead, Downy Rinse & Refresh has a breakthrough low pH formula that helps remove stubborn residues and odors from fabrics, leaving clothes softer, fresher and brighter. 

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It is safe for all fabrics, so you can use it with any load and in any wash temperature. 

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Downy Rinse & Refresh also has an optimized low pH and a fresh scent, which means it has significantly better odor removal than vinegar (and without the vinegar smell!).

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Bonus: Downy Rinse & Refresh Helps Remove Odors Better

Downy Rinse & Refresh replaces your liquid fabric softener and acts as a laundry detergent booster to help remove stubborn odors and residues deep within fabrics. Unlike traditional liquid fabric softeners, Downy Rinse & Refresh rinses away residues for fresher, softer and brighter fabrics vs detergent alone.


Downy Rinse & Refresh has concentrated low pH cleaning power and is added to the fabric softener drawer and released during rinsing your washing machine.


Should I Use A Low-pH Product In My Laundry? | Downy

Downy Rinse & Refresh has concentrated low pH cleaning power and is added to the fabric softener drawer and released during the rinse cycle of your washing machine, similar to other fabric softeners. 


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