Tide Pods Free & Gentle He Laundry Detergent, 31 Count

I have extremely sensitive skin and developed many contact allergies. I was reacting to any detergent that was scented as well as many other household products and had hives and rashes everywhere for a while before finding out the cause. When first diagnosed with these issues, I immediately got the holistic, super organic detergents, which improved my skin greatly but did not do so much for my clothes. I had always had great luck with regular tide pods for cleaning clothes but couldn’t use them with my skin, so when I saw they had a free and gentle version, I was curious to try it out. I will admit I was skeptical; I wasn’t sure that the detergent would be strong enough to clean, and also wasn’t sure that it was gentle enough for my extremely sensitive and allergic ... MoreI have extremely sensitive skin and developed many contact allergies. I was reacting to any detergent that was scented as well as many other household products and had hives and rashes everywhere for a while before finding out the cause. When first diagnosed with these issues, I immediately got the holistic, super organic detergents, which improved my skin greatly but did not do so much for my clothes. I had always had great luck with regular tide pods for cleaning clothes but couldn’t use them with my skin, so when I saw they had a free and gentle version, I was curious to try it out. I will admit I was skeptical; I wasn’t sure that the detergent would be strong enough to clean, and also wasn’t sure that it was gentle enough for my extremely sensitive and allergic skin. But being that I felt like all of my clothes were essentially unwashed, I gave it a go. At first, I would do a normal wash cycle and then an extra rinse cycle just to be sure that the detergent was washed off really well and didn’t cause a reaction in my skin. It cleaned extremely well and no reactions at all! Eventually, as my outbreaks started to clear up, I tried doing just a regular wash cycle and again, have been totally fine! Recently I borrowed a friends sweater that was washed in scented detergent and developed a rash so I can attest to the fact that a) my allergies are still very much there and b) that this stuff is very much free and clear. For a clean freak like me, it’s amazing to get a good wash and still be easy on my skin!

I bought these because they were cheaper than the liquid. My husband has sensitive skin and this formula vs the original Tide works great for our family. The container says that the pods are formulated for cold water so you can save on energy costs. I wash my laundry according to its directions (mostly) so that wasn’t a reason for the purchase but these pods take FOREVER to dissolve in cold water!! I have an “old fashioned” top loader washer with an agitator so I’m not sure if that makes a difference but my washer basket is almost always done filling with water before those pods erupt (I place them at the bottom right under the water) and if I wash on gentle cycle, forget it. I’ll have to wash it twice or dissolve the pod myself with defeats the whole ... MoreI bought these because they were cheaper than the liquid. My husband has sensitive skin and this formula vs the original Tide works great for our family. The container says that the pods are formulated for cold water so you can save on energy costs. I wash my laundry according to its directions (mostly) so that wasn’t a reason for the purchase but these pods take FOREVER to dissolve in cold water!! I have an “old fashioned” top loader washer with an agitator so I’m not sure if that makes a difference but my washer basket is almost always done filling with water before those pods erupt (I place them at the bottom right under the water) and if I wash on gentle cycle, forget it. I’ll have to wash it twice or dissolve the pod myself with defeats the whole purpose/convenience. Idk…..it works to clean your clothes but that’s about it.

Easy to use, gentle on skin

My family has a number of skin related sensitivities. It's pretty rare for us to find a laundry detergent that keeps everyone's skin happy, but so far the Tide PODS free and gentle have caused no issues! To say I'm thrilled is an understatement. Our clothing came out clean and no one is itchy. Win/win!The packaging has a safety zipper on it which I didn't realize was rhere at first. Once I looked at the back of the packaging the instructions were clear and I was able to open the package without struggle. The instructions were clear enough that my 10 year old who is old enough to do laundry and know not to consume laundry detergent could open it. But tricky enough that my 7 year old could not.

Gentle, yet efficient

I generally prefer to do most of my laundry with free and gentle detergent. Just because a product is free of certain ingredients, it doesn't mean it should be less efficient and not do a good job. However, not all free and clear/gentle brands are equal.I find that Tide works much better than others. It delivers great results even when it comes to heavily soiled rags, rugs etc.I usually prefer liquid detergent, because I can control the amount much better, but truth be told pods are so much more convenient, less messy and they take less space. Plus you can store them in a glass jar in your laundry room and they look a lot better than a big plastic bottle or container.I can do small and medium loads with just one pod and they come out as expected - fresh and ... MoreI generally prefer to do most of my laundry with free and gentle detergent. Just because a product is free of certain ingredients, it doesn't mean it should be less efficient and not do a good job. However, not all free and clear/gentle brands are equal.I find that Tide works much better than others. It delivers great results even when it comes to heavily soiled rags, rugs etc.I usually prefer liquid detergent, because I can control the amount much better, but truth be told pods are so much more convenient, less messy and they take less space. Plus you can store them in a glass jar in your laundry room and they look a lot better than a big plastic bottle or container.I can do small and medium loads with just one pod and they come out as expected - fresh and clean. Even if there is no scent, they have a clean smell.

Great shopping / Delivery

It has been nice shopping online. It has been a very positive experience.I’ve been able to earn cash on my everyday items that I do not get to have while shopping in the store.I had $18.00 in Walmart cash earned on products that I use every day. That saved on my order this time and I was so thrilled that I was able to use it!I generally shop in store but because of a recent surgery I’ve been unable to shop for myself and using this service has been so wonderful and the shoppers are very experienced and it just works out great!

My new go too

I can not believe I never tried tide before!! I have 5 kids and none have cared for pacis or blankys or anything until my 5th child. He is 2 and he is obsessed with sucking on his blanket. So much so I had to buy 3 spares sjust so I can have extras incase they get lost of destroyed. Thry discontinued this print and it's the only one he will calm down with when freaking out. But oh boy they get so nasty! We hsve hard water and I judt can not get the dingy color, crunchy feel and smell out of these blankets! Finally I decided to try tide after trying 5 or 6 other methods and boy oh boy are they back to new! They are not perfect but they are so much brighter and they are soft again! The smell is also gone!! I personally am so very very happy. But umm my 2 yr old is not ... MoreI can not believe I never tried tide before!! I have 5 kids and none have cared for pacis or blankys or anything until my 5th child. He is 2 and he is obsessed with sucking on his blanket. So much so I had to buy 3 spares sjust so I can have extras incase they get lost of destroyed. Thry discontinued this print and it's the only one he will calm down with when freaking out. But oh boy they get so nasty! We hsve hard water and I judt can not get the dingy color, crunchy feel and smell out of these blankets! Finally I decided to try tide after trying 5 or 6 other methods and boy oh boy are they back to new! They are not perfect but they are so much brighter and they are soft again! The smell is also gone!! I personally am so very very happy. But umm my 2 yr old is not a fan haha he didn't like how clean they were.Overall I 100% recommend these to anyone with hard water, stains, smells and crunchy items you want cleaned like new!

New formula. Not for sensative skin!!

PLEASE READ IF YOU HAVE SENSITIVE SKIN!!!: Tide has changed their Free and Gentile formula. I had a terrible allergic reaction to their new formula. So bad that I called the 1-800 number to ask for help. She said the formula has changed to COLDWATER CLEAN. The picture that Target has for the detergent has its old label. The labels in the store have changed, but they haven’t updated the new label online or the new ingredients. If you have very sensitive skin, try something new. This will for sure irritate your skin. If your new package says: COLDWATER CLEAN, it’s a new formula.

Pod melts and leaves plastic on laundry

I have used Tide liquid for years, but decided to try the pods. I've done 2 loads and both came out of the dryer with melted pod residue on the laundry. The first load was assorted dark clothes washed in cold and the second load was a set of king size sheets washed in the lowest warm setting. I put the pod in the drum before the laundry as the instructions said. The internet suggests this can be avoided by using hot water or dissolving the pod in water before adding the clothes. The internet also suggests that I may be able to get the plastic residue out by soaking the items in hot water and washing again. The pods are supposed to be more convenient. This is just more work for me and more water and energy use for a second was to remove the residue. I am very ... MoreI have used Tide liquid for years, but decided to try the pods. I've done 2 loads and both came out of the dryer with melted pod residue on the laundry. The first load was assorted dark clothes washed in cold and the second load was a set of king size sheets washed in the lowest warm setting. I put the pod in the drum before the laundry as the instructions said. The internet suggests this can be avoided by using hot water or dissolving the pod in water before adding the clothes. The internet also suggests that I may be able to get the plastic residue out by soaking the items in hot water and washing again. The pods are supposed to be more convenient. This is just more work for me and more water and energy use for a second was to remove the residue. I am very disappointed.

So much easier on the skin

I have been a Tide user all of my adult life, even though occasionally my husband will have skin reactions to it. In today's busy life, the pods are almost a prerequisite to getting anything done at all. So, when I found these, we decided to give them a go. The results were amazing! Our clothes still come out clean and smelling great, as expected with any Tide product. The benefit has been that since making the switch, my husband has not had any skin irritations simply from the clothes coming out of the laundry. I would certainly recommend this to anyone that has sensitive skin, or someone in their life that does.

Works better than other brands I’ve tried

I didn’t expect to like these detergent pods as much as I did! They definitely clean better than the brand I’ve been using. Occasionally, when I clean the sweaty stuff, I’ve had a bit of odor left over after running a normal cycle with my old brand. I usually wash those items a second time. With these, I didn’t need a second wash. They smelled clean the first go around! I really think they’re a step up over what I’ve been using. I prefer using regular detergent to pods though. So I’ll stick with tide, but try their free and clear liquid detergent next instead of my old brand.