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Most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Many people were dissatisfied with the product, reporting that it negatively affected their laundry, including changes to fabric texture and appearance. Customers also frequently experienced adverse skin reactions, which they attributed to the product's formula, especially the "non-bio" versions. Some people also felt that the product's stain removal capabilities were subpar, requiring re-washing or additional stain removers. Reviewers also noted issues with packaging, such as leaking capsules and poorly designed dispenser lids, and found the scent of some products to be overwhelmingly strong.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was recently tried Percil after yers using ultimate liquid detergent. The expensive was terrifying. Even with soaking before washing. The whites, I did twice and it wasn't perfect. Clothes beco... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I initially thought brilliant for a quick wash so I bought 4 large bottles when it was on offer. I thought it great for washing the clothes & everything came out clean & even removed stains. I’ve cont... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My 10 year old grandaughter has exhema but it has been brought under control by using Persil non bio. Unfortunately since using the new formula she has broken out all over her face with a rash and her... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This has caused a massive rash all over my back and in a few other places and at first I was confused as I have used this brand before its since its recently been changed!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm totally amazed by this stuff, it has whitened the collar on black rugby shirts with white collars, gets rid off all dirt and smells on a 30min 40c wash and makes black tee shirts look less faded,... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Persil non bio ticks all the boxes & smells great. Out all of the washing brands I've tried I'm seriously impressed.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have not used Persil products so I am unable to comment on the product. This review relates to the advert using Moly Mae as their promoter. I did send a query to Persil directly over their choic... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have used Persil None Bio for years and have been prepared to pay a higher price for the quality which was always excellent. Increasingly I have discovered that the stain removal of the power is no wh... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Used Perrsil wonder wash - pink- to wash a blouse by hand, gave me a very itchy rash for over 8 months now, contacted them 2 weeks after it started, they could NOT CARE LESS, said there is a sign on t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought new washing machine and tried the capsule that came with wasn’t a great success but thought it might be me so as they were recommended I bought a pack that was a mistake waste of money time and... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I always use non bio and liked the look of the Persil Wonder Wash non bio and thought I’d try it. For the last 10 days since I’ve had a bad rash over my legs and also abdomen and a small amount on my... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I could give no stars….appalling product. Have always used Persil Non Bio Liquid. The bottle I’m using at the moment is bleaching my clothes, (the light coloured ones only for some reason) great bi... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Persil the killer and destroyer I have been washing my laundry with Persil for a while. When I wore it for a long time or when I wore it at night and woke up in the morning, red eczamas developed... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Persil’s marketing team must have completely lost the plot. Once a respected, no-nonsense household name, they’ve now chosen to associate themselves with Molly-Mae — a talentless hanger-on whose... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful as everyone else said both myself and husband have come out in allergic itchy skin rash now realise it was this doing it. The itching has been making my life hell it should be banned. Don’t use... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have used Persil non bio for 20 years as it was the only thing I wasn't allergic to and was safe to use as I have ezcema. Recently had a serious flare up of excema on my legs arms and torso the wo... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

After using Persil Wonderwash I have developed a severe rash across every part of my body where the clothes touched. I have never had this experience with any product before. I will not be using it ag... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The packaging is terrible. The plastic dispenser lid is globe shaped which encourages the liquid to drip down round the sides of the bottle when you replace the lid which is very wasteful. When the li... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Disappointing to find so many capsules bursting in the box and consequently leaking. Bring back the tablets please

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchased a pack of 24 Persil capsules today. When I arrived home and unpacked the shopping, the Persil box was wet at the bottom. Inside one of the capsules was empty, it had leaked onto all of... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Persil Colour Protect has completely ruined many of my navy clothes. It left bleach-like white patches and permanent damage. I will never buy this product again.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The smell of all these new wonder wash products is appalling . One smells So bad like carbolic , I’ve had to wash all my clothes again in another detergent . The Other two are So highly perfumed th... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Used Persil non bio for years and recently itchty skin hive like rash very uncomfortable. Back to the market to look for a truely non bio skin caring washing liquid.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Been using percil 3 in 1 for 40 years x recent purchase ‘improved formula ‘ terrible hives everywhere that the washed clothes touched x son has the same x really awful x disappointed in lack of inform... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought several bottle of Persil wonder wash when they were on offer and just wasted my money as this doesn’t remove light stains on a fifteen minute wash but still didn’t see much improvement on a l... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Clothes feel claggy/sticky against the skin after washing. Not impressed after decades of using the product

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I used persil wonder wash liquid and I found it didn't remove any stains and won't be buying it again so I will stick to wash pods.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Advise not to use,leaves stains but strips colour designs.Favourite Disney t-shirt which had survived frequent washes since 2016,came out of machine with hardly any design left ,thanks to this


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Persil wounder wash,

Persil wounder wash,
I used to use persistent in the 80s yet it changed so I swapped. The new persil wounder wash was on special offer of £2.99 so I thought I try as cost saving on electricity. Was hapoy with results as my daughter a messy artist yet on a warm wash and a 30 min wash all paint glue ect was gone very happy. I still think original price is out of reach but I buy when I see it on offer

2 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Utter rubbish

I agree with the majority of the poor reviews. Many years ago persil was my go to product, after all it's what my nan used and it got everything clean. Remember the adverts from the 80s; they prided themselves on stain removal and 'persil whiteness'. These days it's an overpriced gimmick. It's worse than ever, cleans nothing and as for stain removal, forget it. I washed a grubby mattress protector and it came out just as dirty as it went in. I'll be sticking to Formil (Lidl) as it's a fraction of the price and very effective!

8 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Had some butter stains on t shirt

Had some butter stains on t shirt. Used two pods on front load washer on warm water cycle. Did absolutely nothing stain still there. Didn't even fadethe stain. Looked exactly the same before wash. Would not recommend. Horrible

13 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have used persil powder all my life…

I have used persil powder all my life and been very happy with the results. The last box just doesn’t clean. My beautiful white sheets are turning greyer with every wash and I’ve tried on 60 degrees to try to get them clean but without success. Something has changed recently. I won’t be buying it again sadly.

11 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Title: Beware! Persil 3-in-1 Bio Capsules Ruined My Clothes and Unilever’s Customer Service is a Joke

I recently purchased Persil 3-in-1 Bio Capsules, and I'm absolutely furious with the results. After using these capsules, my once pristine white top is now dyed blue! And to make matters worse, Unilever has the audacity to gaslight me, insisting that I must have washed my white top with a colored item.

I’m 44 years old, and I've been doing laundry for over two decades. I know how to separate whites from colors. This was a load of pure whites, no colors anywhere near it, and yet, somehow, these capsules managed to ruin my clothes.

To add insult to injury, Unilever's customer service is absolutely disgusting. Instead of addressing the issue, they chose to patronize and blame me for their faulty product. It's clear they don't care about their customers at all.

I urge everyone to stay away from Unilever products, especially Persil 3-in-1 Bio Capsules. They’re not worth the risk to your clothes, and dealing with their customer service is an absolute nightmare. Save yourself the hassle and find a brand that actually stands by their products.

4 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Persil pods

I've tried persil pods a couple of times now, but unlike other brand pods they just don't smell of anything. Which is a great disappointment I shall be going back to my original brand

25 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

New boxes are useless

Despite negative reviews on the new boxes for over a year, Persil have made no effort to improve them. I have had to cut my way into my recent purchase as it proved impossible to open any other way. Other brands have similar boxes that work so, despite decades as a Persil customer, I will not buy again.

21 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not the best for getting your kit…

Not the best for getting your kit clean. I have even tried it on full cycle wash and even minor stains still remain. Purchased at least a dozen bottles over last few months so gave it a good try. The plus side is it smells great but a bit expensive just to have fragrant kit.

30 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rubbish

Ok to wash if nothing has stains on like to freshen up but can't remove any type of food stain even with a pre treatment first
all the claims of stain removal are false
stuck with 10 bottles bought off amazon
persil as usual like other companies make false claims

25 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I hate hate hate (I truly don't like)…

I hate hate hate (I truly don't like) the new bottle. It drips, is hard to put on and remove. It's a clear example of bored product designers over-engineering something. The old lid didn't leak. I'm switching, who wants laundry soap dripped all over the place, and who wants to faff around with 2 different layers of lids

8 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Wonder wash disaster

Wonder wash.
My first load is now on round 4 of a 30 minute rinse cycle and still the bubbles remain. What was meant to be a quick 30 minute cycle has resulted in 2hrs 30 minutes and still going… I imagine this will be 4 hours before the clothes are rid of sticky detergent. I used half a cap for 10kg load too.

1 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Persil 3 in 1 laundry pods non bio…

Persil 3 in 1 laundry pods non bio colours. This does fabulous cleaning on all kinds of stains, even dried blood on bedding in a 60° wash with no pre treatment. Done it several times now. Will use nothing else from now on. The pods are so quick and easy to use.

25 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unbearable sickly stench

I tried a bottle of the non-bio wonder wash after seeing the advert for quick cycles. I can't comment on the cleaning power of it because I found the smell so obnoxious and sickly I chucked it in the bin.
From now on I'll stick to the non-bio powder which leaves a fresh-air scent on the washing which doesn't cling and cloy.

19 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't waste your money

What can I say that hasn't already been said. Don't waste your money. I'm a long term Persil user and this product is definitely no better than your usual detergent in short washes. I fell for the ad, should have read the reviews first, all these oeople can't be wrong

12 June 2024
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