Downy RINSE & REFRESH Laundry Odor Remover and Fabric Softener, Cool Cotton, 48 fl oz, Safe on ALL Fabrics, Gentle on Skin, HE Compatible

Great product! Makes the clothes smell wonderful and lasts!

Llegó dañado abierto y a la mitad de cantidad pésimo!!!

This "Downy Rinse and Refresh" actually did freshen my laundry. It works better than vinegar for removing odors and detergent residue. I had a seemingly unsolvable laundry odor problem. I think it resulted from using too much detergent along with an HE clothes washer that does not use enough water to rinse well. My clean clothes would begin to smell in storage or while wearing them. I previously tried other remedies such as vinegar rinses and even Lysol disinfecting additive. Finally, this Downy Rinse made a significant difference. Downy Rinse is a big improvement. My clothes appear noticeably brighter and cleaner. The recurring malodor is reduced. There are some product downsides though. The Downy is dispensed very late in the last rinse cycle and only briefly reaches fabrics. Running a separate rinse and spin cycle using Downy Rinse might be more effective. Another downside is the product price. Downy Rinse is expensive for everyday use. The very vague directions suggest 1/4 cup per load. That is only 24 loads per 48 oz. bottle. That works out to 54 cents per load (based on $13 for a 48 oz. bottle). That load cost is higher than detergent. Yet, I suppose if you really need a solution to odors then almost any price is worth it. I plan to keep using Downy Rinse indefinitely. I've run through three bottles so far. One more note, the product scent is strong and remains after drying. It doesn't bother me. You may have experienced my same problem. Odorous "clean" laundry seems to be common now. Probably due to HE washers. The odor problem has a name, "rebloom." You can find explanations and tips online. The active ingredient in this Downy Rinse is citric acid. The citric acid breaks down old detergent residue that coated the cloth fibers. That old residue traps dirt and bacteria underneath. Hence the odor that recurs even after washing. This citric acid Downy Rinse solves the problem. Downy Rinse is not just a perfume.

4.15.23~ This was an impulse buy to get P&G rebate. Not really a downy fan (gasp I know). Used to be but now use baking soda bc skin allergies. However use Lysol Laundry Sanitizer so thought this may be an alternative to try. Cool Cotton Scent is Soft. No heavy perfume in bottle or clothes. Just smells clean. So here's the thing~ There are no words or proper description to describe what this does. I know it saaaays it removes residue & odor but not like anything I've ever used. My clothes feel Squeaky Clean. Like your face after exfoliating. Can feeeeel the difference coming out of the washer. Clothes dry quicker. Like 20%. That last bit of damp that usually holds on? Gone. Still wrinkles on full dry, like if you don't use Downy or Baking soda softener. It's a life altering product. Especially for Humid living, Sweaty working people. So why 4 Stars? The Dose. There is No Info anywhere on bottle saying how much to Use. The cap is maybe 2 Tablespoons but for what size load? Is this like a pod situation that you start with 2 and increase to soil & fill level? We may never know. The bottle doesn't even say How many Loads to Expect. C'mon P&G, you're better than this right? To get "Squeaky Clean" Clothes, Towels, Linens, even sneakers, Used almost half a bottle for Spring Cleaning wash at Laundromat. The Front loader is what my place calls "Super". Equivalent to (2) Top Load washes. **How Much I used** Like I said Spring Cleaning and it was my 1st time using the 'Rinse & Refresh'. One Load~ Set of Queen Sheets & Full load of very gross, dried in, sweaty clothes. Used Gain concentrate cap as measure (the one in the Eco Box like Wine). 2Caps per Load. Half cap added to liquid detergent in Pre And Regular Wash Full Cap in Fabric Softener space. That 3x's depleted bottle to just over half. As this is a Residue Remover, only going to use Now & Again. Will stay with My Beloved Lysol Laundry for Weekly Wash. Downy Rinse & Refresh will get pulled out For Deep Clean every couple months. Would I use it more often with directions or if it was 6 bucks like Lysol vs 12? Yes. All I needed to wash was Detergent & Downy. Usually must layer baking soda in dry clothes & vinegar in liquid soap. Neither of these Ever Ever got my clothes this Ridiculously Immaculate.

For regular laundry wash to boost fragrance I exclusively use the Febreeze Fabric April Fresh & Downy April Fresh booster beads. I've tried most fragrance varieties but the original April Fresh is truly high tier. The Rinse Odor remover works TOO well; you don't really need these boosters I mentioned. I only use this product for super sweaty/stinky laundry, or clothes we need to remove cigarette smell. Package came intact, not damaged and looks like they do a good job sealing it during transit. My only wish is Downy introducing the April Fresh fragrance for it.

I absolutely love this product! I started using it on my washable rugs and towels to help remove pet odors, and it has worked wonderfully. It makes such a noticeable difference and helps get rid of lingering smells instead of just covering them up. Everything comes out smelling clean and refreshed. The Cool Cotton scent is also really nice because it smells fresh and clean without being overpowering. I especially appreciate that it works well on items that tend to hold onto odors, like towels and rugs in a pet-friendly home. It has become a regular part of my laundry routine because it helps keep things smelling much fresher. Very happy with the results and I’ll definitely keep buying it!