The basic range of products under the Vanish brand is intended specifically for washing and bleaching clothes, but on sale you can find products for cleaning carpets, upholstery and cars.
Vanish is available in the form of gel, spray, powder, shampoo. To achieve the optimal effect, you need not only to choose the right stain remover, but to use it correctly.
What is it, the chemical composition of the product
Whitening and stain removers are produced under the Vanish brand . This product is widely known all over the world. It can be found in more than 60 countries.
The trademark was founded in the USA in 1972. Vanish appeared in Russia in 1994. The product cannot be called cheap or premium. It is in the middle price category.
The manufacturer claims that with the help of Vanish you can remove any, even the most difficult stains, for example, from cosmetics, food or grass.
The product contains the following components:
- oxygen bleach - its concentration may vary, depending on the type of stain remover, it varies from 5-30% or more;
- Surfactant – 5%;
- enzymes;
- flavorings.
The effect is achieved through a combination of the listed components, which act together. Products designed to eliminate the grayness of things are supplemented with optical brightener.
Vanish for washing
Using Vanish you can wash various textile products from many types of contaminants. The product is added to the water along with washing powder. The manufacturer claims that the product begins to act at a temperature of 30ºC. However, experts do not recommend washing only with this product, since its composition is highly concentrated. The high efficiency of powder Vanish is ensured due to the fact that it contains several active ingredients:
- oxygen-containing bleach – up to 15%;
- anionic and nonionic surfactants – up to 5%;
- zeolites - for breaking down fat;
- enzymes - to remove food stains.
Immaculately clean things are a source of pride for an experienced housewife, because she perceives every stain as a challenge. Every clean person has recipes in their arsenal that allow them to quickly cope with the task. In addition to folk remedies, the modern chemical industry offers excellent options, delighting with products that are designed to alleviate the tedious chores of removing stubborn contaminants. Today “Vanish” is the No. 1 stain remover recognized by experts and approved by housewives. But any product in inexperienced hands can damage the structure of the fabric, which leads to irreversible damage to your favorite things.
Types, photos
Vanish is available in both liquid and powder form. It can be found in packages of different weights and colors. Depending on the type of bleach, the methods for using it will differ.
Liquid
Liquid Vanish is available in three forms:
- Shampoo and foam . They are used for cleaning carpets and furniture.
- Gel. It is designed for washing things. A special feature of gel products is that they can be used to treat delicate fabrics, such as wool and silk.
On sale you can find such types of gels as:
- Vanish Oxy Action with active oxygen: stain remover and bleach. There are containers with a volume of 0.45 l, 1-2-3 l. It is used for washing colored and white fabrics.
- Vanish Oxi Action Stain Remover. It comes in the same quantities as its predecessor, but does not contain bleach.
- Vanish Oxi Action stain remover: crystal white. It removes stains and keeps things sparkling white.
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action Stain Remover: Gel. This product has an enhanced formula, so it allows you to deal with even stubborn stains in 30 seconds. You can purchase it in volumes of 0.45 l and 1 l.
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action gel “Crystal white”. The difference between this product is its ability to whiten things by several tones. Its enhanced formula also allows you to get rid of tough stains without pre-soaking.
Shampoos produced under the Vanish brand:
- Vanish antibacterial shampoo for manual cleaning of carpets, volume 0.45 l.
- Vanish shampoo for manual carpet cleaning. You can purchase the product in volumes of 0.1 l, 0.45 l, 0.75 l.
- Vanish shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners.
- Vanish Gold shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners. The enhanced formula of this product produces a lot of foam, resulting in better cleaning.
- Vanish Gold shampoo for manual carpet cleaning.
Foam Vanish:
- Vanish Gold: clean and fresh active foam for carpet cleaning.
- Vanish active foam for cleaning carpets with a volume of 0.6 liters.
You can distinguish funds based on their names . Gels are used for washing delicate items. Household chemicals with the prefix “crystal white” are used only for treating white fabrics.
The presence of the word “Gold” in the name indicates a special series of products that have an enhanced formula. They act faster and more effectively than classic stain removers.
If you don’t have Vanish stain remover on hand, then soak the stain in plain water and lightly rub it. You should use Vanish immediately after this opportunity appears.
Powder
Vanish powder is used to get rid of stains on items made from ordinary fabrics. It can be used for cotton, linen, calico, satin, etc. The powder is added to the washing machine or to the basin during hand washing to improve its quality.
On sale you can find such products as:
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action Powder: fabric stain remover. The product is available in volumes of 90 g, 0.25 kg, 0.5 kg, 1 kg.
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action Powder: Crystal white, fabric stain remover. Its special feature, in addition to its enhanced formula, is that it can be used only for white fabrics.
- Vanish Oxi Action: Stain remover for pre-treating stains. This is a basic product for removing stubborn stains from white and colored items. Its nominal volume is 0.6 kg.
- Vanish active powder for washing vacuum cleaners.
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action moisturized carpet cleaning powder. Packaging volume is 650 g.
To get rid of stubborn stains, it is recommended to pre-soak the item with bleach.
Spray
Vanish Oxi Action spray is available in 500 ml volume. It can be used to clean not only white, but also colored fabrics.
The main feature of the product is ease of application . The spray works at any temperature, even when washed in cold water. For pre-treatment, the item does not need to be moistened.
Another feature of the spray is its dosing accuracy. One bottle will last for a long time, since the convenient sprayer allows you to economically use the cleaning composition.
To achieve optimal results, it is recommended to apply the product to a fresh stain.
Declared advantages of the Vanish brand
Vanish brand products entered the cleaning products market brightly: customers were actively encouraged to “trust” the product in beautiful pink packaging. The range of products is regularly updated. Today we can distinguish product lines aimed at solving the following problems of housewives:
- how to remove stains (including exotic ones) on clothes and home textiles;
- how to eliminate the grayness of linen and return whiteness without damaging the material;
- how to quickly remove stains (literally in 30 seconds);
- how to make a carpet clean without any extra effort.
To solve each of these problems, a special tool has been developed in the Vanish line. And the rich variety of shapes and volumes of products makes it easy to choose the right product.
Features of choice
Which Vanish is better - liquid or powder? Depending on the purpose of application, the features of choice will differ. In some cases, almost any remedy will do, but in others, improper use can be very harmful.
For whitening clothes and linen
If the fabric has turned gray, then you need to use a product called Vanish Gold Oxi Action Crystal White Stain Remover and Brightener. This is a professional product that whitens fabrics by several tones. It is used only for white products.
You can also purchase “Vanish Oxi Action Stain Remover and Brightener with Active Oxygen.” It is suitable for bleaching and for washing items of any color.
If the fabric is delicate, but requires high-quality bleaching, then you can choose a product called “Vanish Gold Oxi Action Stain Remover: Gel.”
Read more about Vanish bleaches here.
Removing stains
Suitable for removing stains from fabrics:
- Vanish Oxi Action stain remover and bleach with active oxygen;
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action powder;
- Vanish Oxi Action: stain remover for pre-treatment of stains;
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action gel.
To get rid of difficult stains using classic products, you will need to pre-soak. Vanish with an enhanced formula removes stubborn stains faster.
You can read about how to deal with stains and what other products are suitable for this purpose here.
For washing vacuum cleaners
The following products are suitable for washing vacuum cleaners:
- Vanish shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners;
- Vanish Gold shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners.
They allow you to remove stubborn stains from carpets and upholstered furniture. Thanks to their use, it is possible to refresh the color and eliminate unpleasant odors.
To clean the coating, the product is diluted in cool water (1 liter of liquid is taken for 1.5 caps). The resulting solution is filled into the vacuum cleaner tank and the carpet is treated. After it dries, the product is vacuumed again.
For carpets
Both liquid and powder products are suitable for cleaning carpets, for example:
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action moistened carpet cleaning powder;
- Vanish active foam for carpet cleaning;
- Vanish active powder for washing vacuum cleaners.
Vanish is used with caution to clean hand-woven carpets. Before first use, you need to test the product on a small area of the product.
You can read more here.
For upholstered furniture
To clean upholstered furniture, use the following products:
- Vanish shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners;
- Vanish Gold shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners;
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action moisturized carpet cleaning powder.
For dry cleaning, powdered products are used. If you have a vacuum cleaner in your house and the furniture upholstery is not afraid of moisture, you can use Vanish liquid product.
You can read about the selection and use of Vanish for upholstered furniture here.
For cleaning car interiors and seats
To clean the car interior and seats, you can use both a powder and a liquid product, for example:
- Vanish shampoo for washing vacuum cleaners;
- Vanish active powder for washing vacuum cleaners;
- Vanish Gold Oxi Action moisturized carpet cleaning powder.
To properly clean the interior, you need to first soak stubborn stains for a few minutes. It is more convenient to process vertical surfaces using a washing vacuum cleaner.
You can read more about using Vanish for cleaning car seats here, and for cleaning the entire interior here.
Varieties
The product line contains stain removers and bleaches in various forms. Oxygen products from the Vanish Oxy Action series are available in powders and sprays. Other products include the following varieties:
Stains on clothes, home textiles and carpets are an eternal problem in every home. It is very easy to get confused in the variety of folk remedies for removing stains of different origins; it is not easy to choose the right ingredients and in the right proportion. In this case, there is always a risk of removing the color of the fabric along with the stain. In this case, commercial stain removers will come to the rescue; if used correctly, they can cope with almost any stain, including old ones. Vanish is one of the most famous stain removers. Manufacturers of this brand offer a wide range of products against dirt on clothes and carpets.
Instructions for use
The stain remover is used according to the following instructions:
- Wet the stain with water.
- Apply powder or gel to it. Liquid stain remover does not require pre-wetting the fabric. The required amount of product is measured using a cap or spoon.
- If the fabric is not delicate, then rub the stain with a brush.
- Wash items according to the instructions on the label.
If necessary, the products can be soaked. Colored items can be left on for no more than an hour, while white fabrics can be left on for up to 6 hours.
Vanish for carpets is diluted with water, beaten until foam appears and applied to the surface that needs cleaning. After drying, the carpet is vacuumed. If there is a washing device, the product is poured directly into its reservoir. Cleaning is carried out twice.
You can read more about the use of the product here.
How to properly remove stains with Vanish
The miracle product can revive wardrobe items, furniture upholstery, home textiles and carpeting, getting rid of various stains. But this is only possible with proper use! High-quality washing with this product will allow you to say goodbye to traces of fat, coffee, juice, decorative cosmetics, and ice cream. The easy-to-use stain remover is available in powder and liquid form.
Powder "Vanish"
The components included in the composition (oxygen bleach, zeolites, nonionic with anionic surfactants) are designed to remove not only fresh, but also old contaminants. Carefully studying the instructions will save you from making mistakes, because the manufacturer gives clear recommendations on how to remove stains with Vanish. Vanish should absolutely not be used to remove marks of various origins on silk and woolen fabrics.
For convenience, the powder product is sold in a compact jar, which is accompanied by a measuring spoon, with which the stain remover is rationally dosed. Users sharing their experiences on forums or housewives exchanging advice through word of mouth claim that when using powder Vanish, there is no need for long soaking. To remove a stain, just add the product to water and wash the product as usual, without much effort.
- To remove contaminants, add 1 measuring spoon per 1 liter of water.
- Those using a washing machine add powder (1 spoon) to the powder compartment, adding detergent in accordance with the product manufacturer's instructions. This dosage will help to cope perfectly even with old stains.
- For everyday machine washing, just add half a scoop of powdered stain remover to the laundry detergent.
- Soaking is used for stubborn, difficult to remove stains on fabric. In general, you shouldn’t bring things to this state, but if in fact there are complex stains, you should dilute 1 or 2 scoops of powder in 4 liters of water. Then a colored item is immersed for 1 hour, and a plain, undyed item is immersed for six hours. After which the product is washed according to the instructions on the label.
- If the dirt cannot be removed, then a slurry is made (powdered stain remover plus water). The paste mixture is applied to the stain with light rubbing movements until the stain completely disappears.
After using the stain remover, the item is washed and rinsed thoroughly. The washing machine uses the “intensive rinse” mode, and when washing by hand, the item should be rinsed under running water.
How to remove a stain with liquid Vanish
The liquid stain remover contains, in addition to the substances included in the powder product, oxygen-containing bleach, citronellol, phosphates, and cinnamal. The absence of chlorine in the composition has a positive effect on the strength of the fabric. The material on which the drug is applied does not turn yellow, and the fabric fibers do not thin out. But before you start removing stains, you should:
- study the information on the label, deciphering for yourself the meaning of all the symbols applied by the customer;
- read the instructions on the stain remover bottle;
- correlate the information on the product tag with the admissibility of using “Vanish”;
- play it safe and test the effect of the stain remover on an inconspicuous area of the product to evaluate the durability of the dye;
- “Vanish” is applied to the stain, but the fabric must be wet, otherwise a trace will remain, but from the stain remover itself;
- Add 100 ml of the drug to the detergent hole when putting dirty clothes into the washing machine.
Knowing how to remove a stain using Vanish, you can use a liquid stain remover to easily deal with traces of brilliant green or iodine, paint (but not oil paint), grease, wine, fruit or vegetable juice, and mold. But we should not forget about the limitations! So some points are strictly contraindicated:
- Do not allow the product to dry on the fabric;
- Do not use Vanish to remove stains from products that have metal or wooden fittings;
- no need to pour the product onto a dry cloth.
Each housewife decides what consistency of stain remover and how to remove the stain with “Vanish” individually, taking into account the characteristics of the product, the material from which the item is made, the area and complexity of the stain, and the “age” of the stain.
Top 3 analogues are cheaper
Inexpensive analogues of Vanish:
Boss. The cost of this powder stain remover does not exceed 60-70 rubles per package of 250 g. Bos is used only for white fabrics.- Sarma. The product is available in powder form. It can be used to remove stains from white and colored items. The price for it does not exceed 70 rubles.
- Faberlic (Edelstar) . The product is available in pencil form, so it is convenient to use even away from home. Its cost is about 120 rubles.
If Bos and Sarma can be purchased in regular stores and departments with household chemicals, then the Faberlic pencil must be ordered either online or from a representative of this company.
Tips and tricks
Important recommendations to improve the process of cleaning fabric from stains:
- Vanish powder should not be used to remove stains from leather, wool, suede or silk. Failure to follow this recommendation may result in damage to the product.
The smaller the stain remover package, the cheaper the product cost.
However, you won't be able to save money this way. In terms of financial savings, it is more profitable to buy a large pack.- To remove textured stains, such as clay or soil, you need to let them dry and then use a brush to remove any stains or dirt.
Sometimes something needs to be cleaned from the inside. When the opportunity arises, resort to bleach. - It is better to remove oily stains with hot water, but only if they do not contain a protein component.
- The sooner you start treating the stain with Vanish, the faster you can get rid of it. Old contaminants eat into the fibers more strongly.
- Before you start cleaning, you need to read the information on caring for the item.
It is available on special labels that are attached to its reverse side. The choice of stain remover will depend on this. For example, some fabrics cannot be machine washed, while others cannot be washed in hot water.
Quality substitutes
Effective bleaches that are comparable to Vanish in quality include:
- Amway Pre Fresh . The cost of this product is about 590 rubles per 400 ml. Its main advantage is its convenient spray form. However, the whitening effect cannot be achieved. The spray is convenient to dose, so one package will last for a long time.
- Ace Oxi Magic . The price for a 0.5 kg package of bleach is about 140 rubles. The powder can be used for both colored and white laundry. This is a fairly effective and inexpensive product with a pleasant aroma and an affordable price tag.
- Astonish Oxy Plus . The cost of 1 kg of oxygen stain remover is 600 rubles. This is a powder that not only whitens fabrics, but also copes with stubborn stains. However, it should be used with caution when washing colored items.
Ace Oxi Magic is available in retail chemical aisles, while Astonish Oxy Plus and Amway Pre Fresh are available for purchase online.
What to look for when purchasing?
To purchase high-quality bleach, you need to pay attention to the following points:
Label quality. The original product is packaged in bright packaging, on which information on the use of the product, its composition and expiration date is clearly printed. There must be instructions in Russian.- The stain remover bottle must be tightly closed. If the container is not filled to the brim, you can weigh it. The weight should not differ from the volume stated on the label.
- The product must have a sufficient shelf life. The larger it is, the better, since many housewives use stain remover very economically.
If you have doubts about the quality of the product, you can ask the seller for a certificate of conformity. He must provide it upon request.
What is the price?
Vanish stain remover prices vary widely. They start at 150 rubles for the universal liquid stain remover Vanish Oxi Action and end at around 1,300 rubles.
The cost depends on the product series and its nominal volume. The highest prices are for stain removers marked Gold.
To save money, you can wait for discounts or promotional offers. They are often found both in large retail stores and on the Internet.
How to remove a Vanish stain
If you do not follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging regarding restrictions on the use of stain remover for silk, leather or wool products, there is a risk of acquiring new marks on the fabric. It sounds like nonsense, but in this case you have to look for a way how and with what to remove the Vanish stain. Having spoiled the item by ignoring the manufacturer’s recommendations, you can further experiment or go to dry cleaning. For those who do not want to give up and decided to continue the fight against marks, but now with a stain remover, you can:
- on white things, try “Adrilan” (a product for cleaning plumbing fixtures), pouring it slightly beyond the edges of the stain that has formed, leaving it for 2-3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly;
- give up the idea of removing the stains that have formed and try to paint the product, achieving a uniform distribution of the dye;
- leave the product for work at your summer cottage or throw it in the trash.
Before deciding to use a stain remover, everyone should know how to wash with Vanish for stains, so as not to complain about the product on forums, keeping silent about laziness and the traditional “maybe” that prevented you from studying the instructions for use.
Reviews
Many housewives are satisfied with the quality of Vanish stain remover. To remove stubborn stains, they resort to soaking things. Some women use it with every wash.
However, there are also users who are not satisfied with the quality of the stain remover and point out its low efficiency, especially when treating difficult stains.
Reviews of the use of Vanish products can be read on this forum, here and here.
Safety of use
Do not allow liquid or gel product to come into contact with the skin. Otherwise, temporary lightening may occur in this area. Therefore, it is better to use Vanish with gloves, especially for people with sensitive skin. After using the drug, be sure to wash your hands with soap.
If stain remover gets into your eyes, be sure to rinse them with running water. It is more convenient to do this by placing your face under a stream of water from a tap. After the initial rinsing, seek medical help. It is advisable to show the packaging of the product along with the label to a healthcare worker.
You should also not swallow the drug. If this happens, drink a lot of clean water and consult a doctor. Sometimes children can swallow Vanish. Therefore, you need to close the packaging tightly after use and place it out of reach.
