We&#39;re so sorry to hear you had this experience with our Downy Infusions Scent Booster Beads, CALM Lavender&amp;Vanilla Bean, Mark. It must upsetting that beads were not as effective as you expected.<br /><br />This is definitely not the type of experience we want you to go through.<br /><br />Our Downy Infusions Calm Beads add soothing lavender and vanilla bean scents to your laundry, keeping clothes fresh all day with touch-activated technology. <br /><br />They provide up to 12 weeks of long-lasting fragrance, are safe for all fabrics and washing machines—including HE—and are used alongside detergent and fabric conditioner.<br /><br />Please contact us at (800) 688-7638 so we can hear more about this situation and advise you on the most suitable option for your needs. Your satisfaction is highly important for us at Downy.