Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I have been using Charlie's Soap for years and love it. Clothes last far longer than when I used regular (petroleum-based) detergent. In addition my old front loading Whirlpool washer, one of the models well known for developing an odor, has none. My sister, who owns an LG washer that was publicly slammed for odors, also has none thanks to Charlie's Soap. After taking care of my aging mother (and my father before that) there was a great deal of laundry being done (infer what you want... you're right) and can tell you that it cleans as well as anything. Some things to be aware of: 1. There is enough residue in your washer and clothes that you can probably cycle your clothes through your machine with no detergent several times and they will still come out clean. You will not realize how much residue there is (was) for at least a month. 2. Toss your fabric softener; you only need it because of the above residue from the petroleum-based detergents. I have towels that I've been using daily for a couple of years that still feel new. Your clothes will slowly soften as the residue is removed over several washings with Charlie's Soap. 3. Wash in cold water. I see no difference in cleaning power between cold, warm and hot wash and printed t-shirts seem to last forever when washed in cold water. My white socks are still very much white and most are several years old. I tried a variety of non-petroleum detergents from Costco as well as other brands and none compare. I gave away almost a full bottle of the Costco stuff after trying it after Charlie's Soap. As long as this is available I don't feel any desire to change to or even try any other product.