That smell coming from my running shirts I give up. I've tried a bunch of the expensive soaps. The only thing that works is throwing them out and buying new ones. But i have to do that every year or so with a shirt. Anyone else have the same problem? That smell coming from my running shirts I give up. I've tried a bunch of the expensive soaps. The only thing that works is throwing them out and buying new ones. But i have to do that every... » Read More That smell coming from my running shirts I give up. I've tried a bunch of the expensive soaps. The only thing that works is throwing them out and buying new ones. But i have to do that every year or so with a shirt. Anyone else have the same problem? « Show Less
687933
Yes, with wicking shirts. I recently tried long pre-soak in vinegar followed by a different sports detergent. Have not tested results yet.
552104
I have not yet tried TOBS's Lavender soap, but when I have tried other brands of soaps. I, however, have always found it harder to get a good lather with soaps. Perhaps it is the brush, or perhaps TOBS makes a much different soap. I will have to try their soap though, and I'll get back to you with an experience rather than just a guess. Blessings.
1980701
i found that it takes about month to get the factory odors out i believe it is the foam that has chemicals in it from making them that is giving off the odor so i sprayed my down with"" refresh ""and that seemed to get rid of scent
1494990
I've had 3 of these which worked for a while before I wound up throwing them away. Longest was about 1 year. Common problems were (1) uncontrolled pumping the entire soap reservoir out, and (2) not pumping anything while the motor was running. Sometimes the second problem was cured for a while by washing and gently pulling on the small button on the lip nasal while manually pushing the pump button. Others have had success with a lighter weight soap or running only water in the dispenser to try and clean out any build up of prior soap, if you can get it to pump at all. Unfortunately, while I really like the unit when it worked, I finally gave up on the product and am waiting for a higher quality unit.
1702624
Hi John! I use the soap as a part of my homemade detergent and I also have an HE washer. It works just fine for me!
1560831
No don't use it in your laundry soap. I've tried everything and oils make spots on your clothes and don't contribute to the smell that much. Message me back if you want more advice. I have been doing laundry soap for years and I have a great recipe.
875793
I wouldn't use it as my daily detergent, but I have when I'm in a pinch. It would be too expensive for me to use all the time, although I love the smell so much I wish I could! Last time my husband bought laundry soap for me, he bought the unscented, so I just added 4 or 5 drops of "forever" to each load to make my clothes smell good.
2011434
twinsmom: I haven't had that problem but I have lost another brand to a car wash in the past. it is a well-made product and certainly inexpensive (compare to dealer price). probably worth a try for you.
725639
We've never had an issue w/that? We use the soap mix up too fast to see any of that. I once had a leaky container for the soap mix. It leaked a lot, but again, that was never an problem for us. But if it happen's, I'd wash out really well, and try using it again, or try a different type.
1979794
Any kind works for me. I tried making my own out of dish soap, but find that the cheap stuff from the Dollar store or Target works better.
1756940
That's exactly why I bought these--popped one atop a reused condiment bottle. The soap (7th generation) flows freely but there are other problems... ... There is a small tube inside that necessitates you have at least 3" of soap left in the bottle, so you can never really let it get down to the bottom, and the soap doesn't really cleanly cut off pouring on this like a true liquid (liquor) does so there is a lot of excess soap gunk and drip mess atop the bottle, wasted and ugly. Basically I used up all my liquid soap and made me choose to buy bar dish soap... still yet better looking than a commercial ugly container! That's exactly why I bought these--popped one atop a reused condiment bottle. The soap (7th generation) flows freely but there are other problems... ... There is a small tube inside that necessitates you have at least 3" of soap left in the bottle, so you can never really let it get down to the bottom, and the soap doesn't really cleanly cut off pouring on this like a true liquid (liquor) does so there is a lot of excess soap gunk and drip mess atop the bottle, wasted and ugly. Basically I used up all my liquid soap and made me choose to buy bar dish soap... still yet... » Read More That's exactly why I bought these--popped one atop a reused condiment bottle. The soap (7th generation) flows freely but there are other problems... ... There is a small tube inside that necessitates you have at least 3" of soap left in the bottle, so you can never really let it get down to the bottom, and the soap doesn't really cleanly cut off pouring on this like a true liquid (liquor) does so there is a lot of excess soap gunk and drip mess atop the bottle, wasted and ugly. Basically I used up all my liquid soap and made me choose to buy bar dish soap... still yet better looking than a commercial ugly container! « Show Less
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Wish I had a exact time when the smell is gone but it shouldn`t be too long because I haven`t noticed the smell anymore. I think it might have been less then a week. But you could always try putting it in the washing machine or fill the tub with a little laundry soap swish it around & let it soak for awhile , maybe that would help. Sorry if this doesn`t answer your question
1275768
No, I do not -- but it could be some of us ole geezzers stopped using it (1960's & up) because of the demand for new & newer fragrances. This is not overly oppressive when worn, very gentle. I have seen the soap in a superstore & they raised the price (naturally). I only have seen the cologne on Amazon. I love it during the spring & summer
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I have an original one of these, 100% wool and I put it in the washer constantly on gentle cycle, cool water! hang to dry. I got rid of the "oily" smell in one wash. I wash ALL my woolens, even my cashmere, in an appropriate soap for woolens. They come out beautifully! Dry cleaner fluid damages wool. Wool is from sheep, they stand out all day in the rain...the only thing you should not do with wool is heat or high agitation, which will felt the wool. BTW, my seller told me there was no order as well, they must not have a nose on their faces, the odor is overwhelming right out of the box! I have an original one of these, 100% wool and I put it in the washer constantly on gentle cycle, cool water! hang to dry. I got rid of the "oily" smell in one wash. I wash ALL my woolens, even my cashmere, in an appropriate soap for woolens. They come out beautifully! Dry cleaner fluid damages wool. Wool is from sheep, they stand out all day in the rain...the only thing you should not do with wool is heat or high agitation, which will felt the wool. BTW, my seller told me there was no order as well, they must not have a nose on their faces, the odor is overwhelming... » Read More I have an original one of these, 100% wool and I put it in the washer constantly on gentle cycle, cool water! hang to dry. I got rid of the "oily" smell in one wash. I wash ALL my woolens, even my cashmere, in an appropriate soap for woolens. They come out beautifully! Dry cleaner fluid damages wool. Wool is from sheep, they stand out all day in the rain...the only thing you should not do with wool is heat or high agitation, which will felt the wool. BTW, my seller told me there was no order as well, they must not have a nose on their faces, the odor is overwhelming right out of the box! « Show Less
1383882
Sorry...I wear scoop neck shirts & don't seem to have that problem but I use oxyclean & spray & wash on any stains I have & it works great with any detergent I have used. Good luck!
95974
I'll get the unscented bar soap. The licorice one is just too much for me. Hope that helps.
1415859
Soap is such a personal matter that I wouldn't think of recommending any particular brand. I have adjusted to the reformulated Pears and after it is out of the wrapper and exposed to air and water, the smell really does subside. Otherwise, it behaves just like the Pears we knew and loved years ago.