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Customer reviews for Downy Soft Free & Gentle Liquid Fabric Softener, 257 loads, 150 fl. oz. for
Downy Soft Free & Gentle Liquid Fabric Softener, 257 loads, 150 fl. oz.
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May 22, 2018
Reviewer name: softorcruel
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Free and Gentle

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We are usually a household who loves a good, clean scented fabric softener. I definitely was skeptical because clean smelling clothes make my clothes feel cleaner in my mind, as strange as that sounds. I was taken aback at how this left my clothes feeling softer, more true to shape, and also left no detectable fragrance other than that of my detergent. I enjoy the fact that it has no dyes! I would definitely be happy to purchase this again, especially if I had a family member with sensitive skin or fragrance related allergies.

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May 7, 2015
Reviewer name: Julieann71
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Sweet Dreams

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this product to give my family's clothes and linens that special soft touch they have loved since they were babies. As my children grew older I would sometimes mix in a little bit of the lavender fabric softener for a gentle scent that they described as nice and relaxing. I love when people compliment us on our good smelling clothing and my family loves the softness of climbing into bed, into the heavenly soft sheets and blankets.

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May 31, 2018
Reviewer name: sallen2849
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Amazing!!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this Downey free and clear! I have sensitive skin and have to be very careful with what I choose to wash my clothes in. It works amazing and I didn’t break out from it! Thank you for this amazing product. I can’t stop telling all my family and friends about it.

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May 15, 2018
Reviewer name: Andrew724
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Sensitive Children

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As someone that has children that are sensitive to certain smells and perfumes I thought Ultra Downy Free & Gentle would be a great product to try. While there is a slight scent to this product, its nothing that will jump out at you; one would have to smell very close to smell it, which smells clean. Once I added Free & Gentle to the water, I was a little concerned as the water looked milky and did not produce any type of bubbles. However, I must say that after the cycle completed the clothes had no scent except a clean, crisp one. Reminded me of when my mother would hang my clothes on the line in the sun. While I personally like a product that has a strong smell to it, and for that purpose won’t be using this product for my clothes; I will be using it for my children as it works perfect for them. I would recommend this product if you or a loved one has such issues as my children with things that are overwhelming with dyes and perfumes.

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Aug 21, 2025
Reviewer name: Granny65
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

I was so excited, but!!

I was so excited to find a Free and clear softenerAt first it was thick but I thought I wouldn’t have to use as much, but then I noticed that it wasn’t dissolving in the designated slot in my washing machine. I then added a little water to mix it up and it still would not dissolve., building up to where I had to clean the slot every other day. Terrible product

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May 16, 2018
Reviewer name: Terrikil
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Downy Free and Gentle fabric conditioner

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was pleasantly surprised by Downy Free and Gentle fabric conditioner.. Left all our clothes , sheets and towels really soft and with a very delicate scent.. Did not have to use much either. Will definately be buying this product . It is top notch .

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May 17, 2018
Reviewer name: Anonymous
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Nothing special

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the fact that this is a gentle fabric softener, no dyes, and it is hypoallergenic! So use this with your laundry detergent. it didn't make a huge difference with our clothes. They didn't feel softer. I would not rush to buy this again. I love the look of it..very fresh and clean style!

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May 18, 2018
Reviewer name: Keno2017
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Works great

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I think that the Downy Free and Gentle works well when I did my last load. My husband has sensitive skin and after using this he did not have any kind of skin irritation like when I used another brand of fabric softener. I am really glad that I had the chance to try this product because now I know that I will go out and buy it because it does not bother my husbands sensitive skin.

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May 18, 2018
Reviewer name: poignantflower2
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Downy Experience

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I think this was a great product. Its very hard to find fabric softener for sensitive skin. This product kept my clothes very soft just like the original Downy, but without the real heavy smell of Downy. I like that it has NO smell at all, yet still keeps my clothes soft and clean and wrinkle free. This product is especially good for children with skin allergies. Thank you!

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Jan 26, 2024
Reviewer name: stellab68
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Gentle for fabric

I like this fabric softener because its smell is not too much strong. It brings me a feeling of comfort. It really softens our clothes, especially sweaters or fur coats as you can truly feel it when you touch the clothes. A minus point is the fragrance doesn't last long.

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