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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 18, 2018
Reviewer name: ellisimox
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Going Back to Basics Well

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I feel a lot of the laundry care industry has been adding more - more steps, scents, dyes and chemicals! This laundry detergent hits the right marks. Gets the job done with the least amount of potential chemicals to irritate your skin. Gets your laundry clean but also makes you’re clothes smell normals. In the past I have had free detergents make my clothes stink, this doesn’t do that!

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May 21, 2018
Reviewer name: hpamela
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Downy Free & Gentle Fabric Conditioner

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After trying Downy Free & Gentle Fabric Conditioner I am hooked. I have not purchased liquid fabric softeners in several years due to the over bearing scents. Both my husband and I have allergies. Although laundry detergents have been "free & clear", the fabric softeners seemed to be increasing in scents & it was becoming more difficult to find one that did not cause an allergic reaction. I was pleasantly surprised to find that not only did I not have an allergic reaction, but that my clothes were softer and more fluffy. My clothes not only smell clean, but now they also feel clean. I would recommend this to anyone, especially those who cannot use scented products.

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

Great Free & Gentle Detergent

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I tried the Ultra Downy Free & Gentle Fabric Softner and really liked it. It did not give my skin a reaction but helped keep my clothes soft without any added perfumes. I am definitely going to purchase again

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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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May 23, 2018
Reviewer name: zipperface
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Still Soft

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Having a family full of allergies is No Fun sometimes. I have laundry for 3 kiddos plus a man child husband. We have 3 dogs and my daughter enjoys making potions and surprise recipes for all of us. Let’s just say things get messy around here. I am so thankful for Downy free and gentle. Our clothes are still soft and and clean without the harsh chemicals

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Apr 5, 2017
Reviewer name: lbct
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

way too thick

I am not sure if it's the bottles I bought, but the product was not like liquid at all. It was this big goopy mess. I tried to put it in my HE washer and it barely left the drawer after the load ran. I thought maybe the first bottle I bought just went bad (can fabric softener do that?). Nope my second bottle was just as bad. After fighting with it for a bit, I finally decided just to pour it down the drain, which took forever you might imagine. I wanted to recycle the bottle. I wish I could post pictures to show the goopy mess. Frustrated as I really like Downy products and it was a huge waste of money.

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Aug 16, 2021
Reviewer name: deannag29
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Down fabric softener has

Down fabric softener has been my go to for years. Delicate on fabric and a little goes a long way. I won't wash bedding or towels without it, they just feel rough otherwise. The free and clear is perfect for kids bedding and delicate/allergy prone skin. Look no further than [product:ultra-downy-free-&-gentle-liquid-fabric-conditioner]

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Aug 6, 2018
Reviewer name: Salm1214
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Consistency of School Paste

I LOVE Downy fabric softener. It is the only one I have ever used. My wife happened to pick up a bottle of the Ultra Downy Free & Gentle. It is so thick you can hardly get it out of the bottle. I have read some things about it freezing and such, but it is the middle of summer here, so I know that isn't the case. I also heard that it has a shelf life. We have three ACTIVE boys and do a LOT of laundry. That isn't the case. I don't know what it is, but it isn't usable as it is.

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May 16, 2018
Reviewer name: Curr1983
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Softer than normal

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I usually do not use fabric softener as I have extremely sensitive skin. I got this and immediately stuck my nose in!! I was pleasantly surprised by the lack of overpowering scent so I liberally poured it in as per the instructions on the bottle. For the first was I used it on a wool throw and some pillow cases, the throw can be a little stiff after it has been washed but this time it was buttery soft. I will be trying it next with my sheets....

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Jan 24, 2017
Reviewer name: Arthriticoldlady
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Not for the elderly with arthritis

I love this product, but often I am unable to open the lid when my arthritis is bothering me. If this design flaw is not corrected, I will have to find a different product. Because no matter how much I like it ... If I can't open to top, I can not use it.

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