For starters, let’s explain what it is. HE stands for high efficiency, and HE detergent embodies a very simple—and feel-good—concept. “HE laundry detergent is detergent that has been formulated to be ...

High-efficiency washing machines use significantly less water and energy than regular washers, but they also require special detergent. Most major detergent brands offer high-efficiency (HE) laundry ...

If you’ve ever wondered what is the difference between regular laundry detergents and those designated as “High Efficiency,” if they are interchangeable and if you could make your own HE detergent to ...

Alina Bradford has been writing how-tos, tech articles and more for almost two decades. She currently writes for CNET's Smart Home Section, MTVNews' tech section and for Live Science's reference ...

It’s no secret that household cleaners can be filled with nasty chemicals and allergens. But sometimes, the natural stuff just doesn’t get the job done. Fortunately, we’ve found some brands that know ...

Too much detergent can leave white residue. Cold water won't fully dissolve powdered detergent. Don't overload the washer; your clothes need space to agitate and rinse properly. It can be hard enough ...

Laundry detergents are not all the same. It turns out that some brands pack more of a cleaning punch than others. That means some are better than others at lifting stains and purging fabric soiled by ...

Every washing machine is different, making knowing where to put liquid laundry detergent in a washing machine more complicated than it needs to be. This is made harder by the fact that every laundry ...

Laundry detergent is an often-overlooked culprit of skin irritations. For people with sensitive skin, one of the common irritants found in many laundry detergent formulas is artificial dye. Oftentimes ...