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Speaking of honest reviews….. Here’s one I have for you!  I was recently accepted as a Purex Insider, which means I get some samples of Purex Complete’s new products in exchange for an honest review of said product.  I generally like the products that Purex makes so I was pleased to find out that I was now a Purex insider!  I am always on the lookout for new cleaning products to use, especially ones that are healthier for people and the environment.  That’s why I was very interested in learning more about the Purex Complete Crystals Softener.

Firstly, let me explain that I can NOT use Downey or Snuggle as softeners.  No matter what their scent I am allergic to those softeners.  So I was a little concerned about being allergic to the Crystals softener as well, but some of the information that I received as a Purex Insider calmed some of my worries.  Mostly that it is 92% Natural and doesn’t leave an oily residue on clothes or in the washer.  Instead, the Purex Complete Crystals Softeners “Penetrate fabrics to reduce fiber entanglement and smooth frayed fibers providing a naturally soft feel”.

From the Purex Complete Crystals Softener Fact Sheet

Why It’s Different > Safe for all laundry and better for fabrics

Do ALL of your laundry — worry free!  Purex Complete Crystals Softeners are safe for all laundry and will not harm, wear down or discolor your fabrics like oil-based softeners.  Safe for all fabrics, including baby clothes, athletic wear, towels, and whites.  Unlike other softeners, Crystals will:

• Preserve the flame retardant benegits of your children’s clothes
• Retain you athletic wear’s wicking ability which draws sweat away from you body
• Maintain you towel’s built-in ability to absorb water
• Keep you white clothing from yellowing and graying vs. using traditional softeners

The Product won’t harm your clothes and is safe and convenient for the entire family!

The Purex Complete Crystals Softeners come in three scents; Fresh Spring Waters, Lavender Blossom, and Tropical Splash.  The only thing missing is “Unscented”, which I am hoping they will include in their family of Crystals soon, as many of the insiders are requesting this.  The biggest plus in the scents is that they are long lasting and your laundry will smell nice for weeks.  The down side of the scents is that if you don’t like the scent or are allergic to it, the scent will last for weeks.  That’s why I am hoping they will get an unscented Crystal soon!

The Scent that I received was the Fresh Spring Waters.  Although I was not allergic to the scent it was extremely strong when I used it in the laundry.  I may have used too much though.   It was a very nice pleasant scent, if it hadn’t been so strong though.  The instructions on the bottle are not very clear as to how much you should use.  There are lines on the side of the bottle with the word “Load” next to each line.  I thought that this meant I was supposed to use that much of the crystals per load.  The amount was about a handful, roughly a half cup.  While the laundry was in the washer and the dryer the scent was overwhelming!  If it hadn’t been so strong it would have been a nice smell though.  I’m glad I wasn’t allergic to it or else I would have been in trouble.  However, once the towels were out of the dryer and folded nicely, they not only felt really nice and soft but also had a soft pleasant scent.  The scent faded to a tolerable amount instead of overwhemling my senses!

I think next time I use it I’ll use about a third of what I used the first time.  The towels did turn out nice and soft and didn’t not have a slick feeling to them.  I noticed how most towels that have been washed with a softener added come out feeling like they don’t quite absorb the water after a shower.  With the crystals the towels did not feel that way at all!  I was pleasantly surprised by this.

I think overall I like the Crystals, but would be happier with an unscented version of them.  That way there isn’t the overwhelming scent in the laundry room that makes everyone run away… It’s hard enough to get anyone else to do the laundry without giving them a good excuse like the scent is too strong for them to go near it!  LOL!

I think if you like Downey or  Snuggle, but hate the oily feeling they leave on your laundry, then you will love these Purex Complete Crystals Softeners!  They have three nice scents to choose from, and hopefully will add an unscented soon!  Definitely healthier for you and your family, more natural, and even easier to use!  You don’t have to wait for the softening cycle to use the Crystals, just add them directly into your wash!  I loved that, cuz I am just not the “wait for the right cycle” kinda laundry doer!  LOL!

If you’d like to try Purex Complete Crystals Softeners out, click on picture above and you can get a $1 off coupon!

Disclaimer:  I am a Purex Insider.  I received product from Purex for review purposes only, all opinions are 100% my own!

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