The Verdict on LOSK Duo-Caps: A Mom's Honest Review

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The star of today's review is the LOSK Duo-Caps laundry capsules, which promise to deliver more than just a laundry detergent - they're a high-concentration formula with a cleanliness formula and a stain remover.

I've bought laundry capsules before, so I've got something to compare them to. I buy these kinds of products because they're super convenient for a busy mom like me, especially when you've got a kid who loves to get involved in the laundry process.

As a mom, I'm always on the lookout for products that make my life easier, and these laundry capsules seemed like a great option. But, do they really deliver on their promises? Let's dive in and find out.

Product Description

The product description is on the packaging, but the small print on the photo is hard to read, so I'll copy it here from the website where I bought these laundry capsules.

LOSK Duo-Caps Mountain Lake for white and light-colored laundry.

LOSK LOSK DUO-CAPS Active 6 - the latest generation of laundry detergents from LOSK, containing 6 active components, each of which effectively deals with different types of stains. The result of washing is cleanliness and a fresh scent of clothes.

LOSK capsules combine two unique concentrated formulas that start working immediately after dissolving. One part of the capsule contains the Cleanliness Formula for spotless white laundry, and the other part of the capsule contains a stain remover to remove even the toughest stains.

Usage: I used it for washing white and light items made from cotton, linen, synthetic fabrics, and mixed fibers (except wool and silk) in automatic washing machines with any water hardness.

Don't use it for hand washing. Follow the care labels on your clothes and the washing machine's manual for choosing the right washing mode and temperature. Wash white clothes separately from colored ones.

Place Duo-Caps directly into the washing machine drum before adding your laundry. The dosage is one capsule for lightly soiled clothes and two capsules for heavily soiled clothes.

The film is 100% water-soluble. Don't touch it with wet hands. Don't poke, tear, or cut it. Close the packaging tightly. Keep it out of reach of children!

As you can see, this product is mainly designed for washing white and light clothes and contains a stain remover. Of course, with a stain remover, it promises to tackle even the toughest stains. Besides giving you a spotless white finish, it also promises a pleasant scent.

The manufacturer also warns that it's not suitable for wool and silk... So, it's definitely not gentle (or maybe even aggressive - who would admit that publicly).

It's not meant for hand washing at all. And the capsule itself (film) is 100% water-soluble. Well, in this review, I'll summarize what I really got from the promised features.

My Expectations

I bought this laundry detergent for washing lightly soiled clothes, because I'm a mom and I do laundry almost every day. My kid doesn't get to ride public transportation, play in the mud, or get into any messy situations, so their clothes aren't super dirty. I figured 'Losh' would be able to handle washing lightly soiled clothes and get them clean.

I chose the capsule format because my kid loves putting the clothes in the washing machine and starting it. With liquid detergent, he'd either spill it on himself or the floor, and I'd have to clean it up. Plus, he'd get detergent in his eyes after washing his hands. With capsules, he could safely pick one up, put it in the machine, and start it without making a mess.

I also hoped that the scent wouldn't be overpowering, would come out easily from the clothes, and wouldn't irritate me or my kid after the clothes dried, especially their bedding. I hate sleeping on clothes that smell like chemicals – it's hard for me to fall asleep when I can smell something weird.

I also hoped that the detergent would produce a moderate amount of foam, so I wouldn't have to rinse it out of the clothes three times, including extra rinses and using a lot of water and electricity.

I was also hoping that the washed clothes and fabrics wouldn't trigger any allergies. And I was expecting the capsules to be enough for a good wash of moderately dirty clothes, without needing two capsules for one wash. I didn't plan on spending two capsules for one wash, because I only wash clothes that aren't super dirty, not filthy ones. If I do get stains, I remove them separately with a stain remover and I don't rely on laundry detergent for that.

Of course, I was expecting it to eliminate any lingering smells in clothes and fabrics. And I also wanted it to not wear down clothes prematurely, not damage them, and not turn natural fabrics (or any other type) into rags, like that super cheap laundry gel did to me (ruining a bunch of thick, sturdy cotton t-shirts that I had the misfortune of washing in a huge batch).

Duration of Use

Since I bought two packets at once, they lasted me for a month and a half of daily laundry. I used them as the manufacturer recommended - one capsule per moderately dirty wash. They weren't even dirty, just worn out. I mostly do laundry to refresh clothes, not to get rid of any serious dirt.

I've had my fair share of dealing with stubborn stains on my kid's t-shirts, especially when they accidentally get splattered with oil from their meals. Usually, I'd pre-treat them with a stain remover before washing, but this time I decided to try 'Losh' capsules first to see how they'd handle the job.

I washed the clothes only in the machine (no hand washing for me!), on different cycles and at various temperatures. I didn't dare try it on silk or wool, even as an experiment, and I reserve those delicate fabrics for special cleaning products like this one.

User Features

The capsules come in a packet, but you can also find them in boxes (with fewer capsules, though). The packet is really inconvenient to store, as the capsules tend to stick together, especially during the hot summer months when the storage temperature is higher than usual.

The gel inside the capsules, despite being encased in a water-soluble shell (which is pretty thick and hard to damage), still manages to release a strong, chemical-like odor every time you open the packet. It's really overpowering, and I'm not sure if it's just my sensitive nose or what. Maybe it's just me being extra sensitive to household chemicals.

As for the gel's composition, you can check the packaging for the details, but I'll copy it here for convenience's sake.

I was a bit skeptical about the composition of these capsules, so I took a closer look. It turns out they contain 15-30% anionic surfactants and non-ionic surfactants, 5-15% soap, and less than 5% phosphonates, enzymes, preservatives, and fragrances, including citronellol, linalool, hexyl cinnamal, and geraniol.

I have to say, the name 'Mountain Lake' is a bit misleading - it doesn't really smell like a mountain lake at all. Maybe it's supposed to imply cleanliness or something?

You don't need to do anything fancy to use the capsule - just toss it into the washing machine drum with your clothes and select the right cycle. It's designed to dissolve during the wash cycle, making it super easy to use.

My Experience: The Results

To make it easier to follow, I'll break this section into parts.

The Usage Process

The process of using these capsules seems straightforward and pleasant. No need to measure anything out with little caps or squeeze the last drops from an empty bottle. Just toss the capsule in the washing machine drum and go about your day. But, as it turns out...

I have to say, the capsules didn't always dissolve completely during washing, even with prolonged washing cycles and high temperatures. It's like they somehow got stuck in the fabric and only partially dissolved. And after some items dried, I'd find this sticky residue on the fabric that was a real pain to get off. I'd have to re-wash the items just to get rid of the gel-like globs, even after I'd managed to scrape them off. But, thankfully, this wasn't the case with all fabrics and after every wash. I'm not sure what's causing it, but it was a weird phenomenon that sometimes happened and prompted me to re-wash the item, not because it was dirty, but because of the residue from the capsule itself.

The amount of foam produced by the capsules wasn't always consistent. If I was washing large, heavy items like bedding, the foam was manageable and I didn't need to do an extra rinse. But if I was washing a bunch of small items like kids' socks, underwear, and gloves, the foam was excessive and I had to do an extra rinse because I didn't want to deal with the mess of pulling out clothes covered in foam.

Overall, I'd say the experience of using these capsules was a bit finicky. The idea of placing gel in capsules and avoiding dosing was great in theory, promising ease of use. But in reality, the process was only straightforward when loading the capsules into the machine, and things got complicated from there.

Washing Quality

I've seen better washing quality from other products. These capsules do remove tough stains, but I've been impressed by cheaper gels that can do the same job without breaking the bank. I don't think the results justify the price these capsules command. In terms of washing quality, they're on par with cheaper gel alternatives.

One capsule can't tackle small, oily stains on dark-colored t-shirts. I had to resort to a stain remover or write off the shirts if I didn't plan on wearing them again. Similarly, a single capsule can't handle significant dirt and grime (like mud and grass stains from my kid's outdoor clothes). Maybe using two capsules would yield better results, but then the product becomes less economical to use. Honestly, it's easier to buy a liquid concentrate and be sure to tackle tougher stains – just not complex ones.

I'm glad to say that the only good thing about these capsules is that they didn't ruin my clothes even after multiple washes. I've tried a budget gel before that completely destroyed cotton tees after just a few washes... but these Losh capsules were able to withstand the abuse.

Fragrance

Like I mentioned before, the fragrance is overpowering, but after washing, my clothes didn't smell too strongly. Although, after they dried, the scent of the gel lingered a bit. It faded quickly, though. So, I didn't die from the smell of my laundered clothes - I just changed my sheets in the morning and by evening, I couldn't even smell it. If there was a lingering scent, it wasn't strong enough to keep me awake.

In general, the fragrance washed out of my clothes pretty well and didn't linger for too long after they dried.

Safety

It didn't trigger any allergies. Even when the gel didn't rinse out properly (which happened a few times), it didn't cause any skin irritation, itching, or other negative reactions.

From a safety standpoint, I didn't have any concerns. It was also safe for my clothes, but I never doubled the dose (I used one capsule per wash).

Also, the gel in the capsule was safe for my kid when he was putting the clothes in the washer. Like I mentioned earlier, he'd just grab the capsules, toss them in the drum, and not have to worry about measuring or spilling it on his hands (and then rubbing his eyes with those hands).

Conclusion

Honestly, if you want to teach your kid to do laundry themselves - and they seem to love the process, so that's a bonus - these capsules are a good starting point. I've bought them multiple times, mainly because my kid enjoyed them. But if you're after high-quality laundry without damaging your clothes, you can find cheaper alternatives that yield the same results at a lower price. The fact that the gel is contained in a capsule didn't affect the laundry quality at all. Clothes came out looking the same as they would with regular laundry detergent.

I won't be buying these again, though, because I don't see the point in paying more when I can get a larger volume of gel for the same price that'll last longer. Alternatively, I can get the same amount of gel for less money from another manufacturer. When it comes to tough stains, these capsules performed just as poorly as cheaper detergents. However, the issue with the capsule not fully dissolving and sticking to clothes is a real pain - it's hard to remove without causing further damage (I've had to rewash and scrape off the residue, and sometimes both).

Overall, I'd say these capsules are a decent option for parents who want to teach their kids to do laundry, but for those who are looking for high-quality laundry without breaking the bank, there are better alternatives out there.

Rating: 3/5

Pros: Convenient, easy to use, safe for kids, doesn't ruin clothes.

Cons: Overpowering fragrance, inconsistent foam production, capsules don't always dissolve completely, not suitable for wool and silk, not effective for tough stains.