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A Holistic Garment Care Approach<\/h3>\n

Today\u2019s consumers want it all. Garments that stay bright and stain-free; clothes that feel and look new, wash after wash. Items that don\u2019t degrade, so they can be worn again and again.<\/p>\n

Fabric care is multilayered, and detergent manufacturers and suppliers must take a holistic approach to prolonging garment lifespans. When clothes aren\u2019t cared for \u2014 intentionally or not \u2014 dissatisfied consumers resort to overbuying and discarding garments. In fact, most consumers dispose of their clothes due to tearage, size, distortion, or color issues.1<\/sup> But they value laundry products that aim to safeguard quality. And proper fabric care involves delivering industry-leading cleaning performance \u2014 eliminating stains and \u200bmalodor \u2014 while also protecting color, fiber integrity, and wear so people hold on to what they love longer.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

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In this issue of Clean Insights,\u00a0we\u2019ll\u00a0address some of the\u00a0dynamics\u00a0that play into why consumers\u00a0are\u00a0keeping\u00a0garments longer,\u00a0the factors\u00a0needed for effective\u00a0cleaning,\u00a0and how that\u00a0affects\u00a0fabric care. Finally,\u00a0we\u2019ll\u00a0explore\u00a0the transformative\u00a0biosolutions\u00a0and other innovations\u00a0emerging\u00a0in\u00a0the industry.<\/p>\n

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Inflation and economic uncertainty have contributed to an era of \u201cdeconsumption,\u201d where consumers are scaling back on frequent purchases and learning to love what they have. Shoppers are also more aware than ever before that their purchases have an environmental and ethical impact, fueling demand for sustainable fashion and a desire to reduce waste. The push for sustainability also means that suppliers and detergent manufacturers are under more scrutiny from consumers who want\u202fproof\u202fthat \u201csustainable\u201d claims are real\u202fand\u202feffective.\u202fIn our last issue<\/a>, we explored the complex landscape of green,\u00a0or \u201ceco,\u201d labeling.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, consumers are\u00a0more invested\u00a0in the integrity of their garments.\u00a0This shift in priorities is inspiring consumers to alter their behavior, from keeping clothes longer to buying secondhand and embracing reuse.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Shoppers are spending less money on their wardrobes.<\/p>\n

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Consumers aren\u2019t purchasing new clothes as much; some prioritize keeping garments in use longer to reduce their carbon footprint.<\/p>\n

86% of consumers recognize that making clothes last longer is good for the environment.<\/p>\n

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Consumers are more conscious about extending the life cycle of garments, embracing ways to upcycle current pieces or shop at thrift stores.<\/p>\n

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Shoppers want to learn how to properly care for garments; they want to educate themselves on the science and impact of laundry products.<\/p>\n

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Suppliers are tasked with meeting the demands of garment prolongation while also creating solutions that maintain exceptional performance. This can be done in many different ways. For detergent makers, new products must work to save the look, feel, and quality of clothing items by making sure they work in wash conditions that aid in better garment preservation. Meanwhile, environmental impact should be considered when developing ingredients and methods used to create detergents.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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There\u2019s no single solution to developing products that will address garment longevity. Rather, it\u2019s a recognition that there are a variety of tools being deployed, and all are interconnected. Of course, a critical element rests with ingredient formulation, which provides the enzymes and other technologies needed to break down stains, protect fibers, and maintain color vibrancy, among other needs. Still, these innovations work alongside varying elements that all play a role.<\/p>\n

For instance, appliances regulate the types of wash cycles and differing temperatures, which have an impact on the integrity of clothes. This collaborative effort is further evidenced in the Sinner\u2019s Circle<\/a>, a descriptive model for effective cleaning. Colder temperatures, shorter cycles, and milder machine agitation help to prolong garment integrity and positively reduce environmental impact. Modern washers offset lower temperatures and shorter times with adaptive agitation, sensor-driven drum motions, and soak phases. For example, innovations like Miele\u2019s honeycomb drum and LG\u2019s AI cycle selection focus on fabric care and convenience.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The innovative detergent manufacturers and suppliers will\u00a0also\u00a0pay attention to advancements in smart\u00a0devices.\u00a0In\u00a0Clean Insights Issue #3<\/a>, we explored how appliances are using cutting-edge technologies in wash cycles and dry cleaning to refresh and sanitize clothing. Ultimately, these solutions claim to save time and money and extend the life of garments. But they will also impact demand for certain formats and evolve the fabric care landscape.<\/p>\n

In the end,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0the investment in technologies\u00a0related to\u00a0formulation\u00a0that continually\u00a0emerge\u00a0as\u00a0a critical aspect of the fabric care process.<\/p>\n

The thoughtful design of each formulation will ensure efficacy across a variety of stains, fabric types, and wash conditions. And formulators have access to an array of ingredients and technologies to meet these challenges.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Surfactants\u00a0loosen and lift dirt\u00a0from fabric surfaces, making\u00a0it\u00a0easier to remove\u00a0stains\u00a0during washing.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Anti-redeposition polymers prevent soil from reattaching to fabrics during washing,\u00a0helping\u00a0preserve whiteness and color.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dye transfer inhibitors are polymers that capture dyes that come out of a garment and prevent it from bleeding onto other fabrics in the wash.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cellulase keeps cotton-based fabrics looking new\u00a0longer\u00a0by removing and preventing cellulose \u201cpills\u201d \u2014 broken cellulose fibers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Polyesterase keeps polyester-based fabrics looking new longer by removing and preventing polyester pills. It works by hydrolyzing amorphous regions of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) fibrils on the fiber surface without damaging the crystalline structure, ensuring fabric integrity and longevity.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t

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Optical brighteners manipulate how light interacts with fabric, making clothes appear brighter by absorbing UV light.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Lowering wash temperature from 40\u00b0C to 30\u00b0C can reduce carbon emissions of laundry by 25%.<\/span><\/p>\n \t\t <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t <\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A holistic garment-care strategy relies on a series of interconnected methods, from formulating new ingredients and technologies that are addressing consumer needs to harnessing the benefits of lower wash temperatures. No matter the wash conditions or machines, manufacturers will still need to be able to prove to consumers that their products can take the stains away. That\u2019s why investing in formulations is critical. At IFF, we have enzymes designed to be effective in cold wash cycles using milder washing machine settings. Our best-in-class laundry protease PREFERENZ<\/a>\u00ae P400 removes protein-based stains. Meanwhile, REVITALENZ\u00ae 200 is a high-active cellulase for cotton that protects and renews cotton fabric by removing pills.<\/p>\n

Now\u00a0we\u2019ve\u00a0developed\u00a0a product to tackle\u00a0polyester\u00a0garments.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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For centuries, cotton was the dominant fabric, chosen for its versatility, comfort, and affordability. When it came to cleaning performance and fabric care, ingredient suppliers and detergent manufacturers focused efforts on products that catered to cotton fabrics. For instance, our cellulases enhance colors and brighten whites by removing broken fibers known as cotton pills during the wash process. There are even well-known fine-fabric detergents designed to handle the delicate nature of textiles, such as wool and silk.<\/p>\n

But as lifestyles evolved, so did the fashion industry. Synthetics play an important role in some extremely durable materials, like some membrane products and those that are used for outerwear; in sports gear, such as spandex; and in casuals. In fact, polyester and other synthetic fabrics now make up more than 70% of our clothing.3<\/sup> These fabrics are easy to clean, affordable, and used often from day-to-day. As a result, they endure multiple wash cycles. However, frequent wash and wear can erode the fibers, so detergent manufacturers must find solutions that will boost their products\u2019 relevancy in the market. Some manufacturers have already begun communicating about how to wash for synthetics, realizing the concerns of consumers. For instance, Woolite<\/a> gives customers specific instructions on how to care for certain synthetics in the laundry. Meanwhile, Persil\u00a0Wonder Wash<\/a> from Unilever promotes that it is designed for short cycles, as well as formulated to refresh and remove malodors better from synthetic clothes, which retain odors more.<\/p>\n

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IFF is ready to step in. Our newest product, Polyesterase, is the first-of-its-kind enzyme aimed at tackling polyester garments. Initially developed 25 years ago for use in the textile industry, it was used to modify the surface of polyester fabric to enhance dye uptake. IFF scientists recently discovered its versatility and ability to reduce degradation in fabrics like polyester. This next-gen enzyme is part of a bio-revolution to produce laundry detergents that perform under a broad spectrum of conditions, such as washing at colder temperatures.<\/p>\n

And with synthetic fabrics dominating the market, Polyesterase addresses a critical need: pilling and fuzzing. It prevents pill formation through multicycle washes and can even remove already-existing pills. It also prolongs the lifetime of clothes and revives garments that already have a dull look. The addition of Polyesterase in detergents will give manufacturers credibility to claim that their products offer true fabric care benefits for a wider spectrum of textiles.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\u201cThis\u202fPolyesterase\u202fis designed to smoothen the garment surface with a gentle action\u202fproviding observable benefits to your clothes over multiple cycles,\u201d<\/h3>\n

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Holistic care is the new performance standard. At IFF, we\u2019re constantly monitoring the newest trends in the industry so we can develop cutting-edge enzymatic solutions that will remove stains effectively while also preserving and enhancing fabric quality. As the market pivoted from cotton to polyester, we invested a considerable amount of time and resources into creating disruptive technologies such as Polyesterase that are optimized to work in cold water conditions, remove pills and fuzz, and preserve fibers over time.<\/p>\n

What does that mean for you? We realize there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all solution. We don\u2019t just sell ingredients; we\u2019re a trusted partner that works with you to implement our solutions into your products based on the needs of your region, market, target consumer, and in the end, your brand. Formulating takes trial and error, and we\u2019ll help you get to optimal.<\/p>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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1\u00a0<\/sup>IFF Fabric Care Study 2025<\/p>\n

2<\/sup>\u00a0The Truth About Laundry, Electrolux, slide 29<\/p>\n

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