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With Tesco's Violet & Basil washing up liquid it was the name and colour that I was first drawn to. It is a vivid purple in colour. As the name suggests it is fragranced with the flower violet and the herb basil. Both of them original and unusual fragrance choices....particularly ... Read review
Advantages: Very good quality and value for money. Disadvantages: Perfume could be a little too ' heady'.
...to be Fairy, retails at Tesco for 98pence for a 500ml bottle, with the anti bacterial version costing more. Standard Persil brand costs 78pence but Violet & Basil bless them are priced at 68pence for 500ml bottle. As this product is also anti-bacterial I would say it more than competes against the leading brand but value for money it surpasses it!
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I found the ... ...Information !?!?
Tesco Violet & Basil anti-bacterial washing up liquid contains, amongst other ingredients :-
Anionic Surfactants, Non-Ionic Surfactants and\Amphoteric Surfactants for the information of the scientific amongst us. The main disinfectant content is Formaldehyde, (which worryingly is the liquid used in laboratories to preserve brains!) and the perfume is Linalool.
When it comes to buying washing up liquid it comes down to four main questions as far as I am concerned:-
1. Do I buy the leading brand..which I guess to be named after a winged mythical character ( Oh no, dont tell me there are no such things as fairies?). 2. Do I buy a cheap economy brand? 3. Do I buy a middle of the road brand? or finally~
4. Do I go for quirky and go for the packaging, colour fragrance and name???
Yes, you've guessed it the last one wins most of the time. Sad I know but it brings a bit of variety into these shopping chores.
With Tesco's Violet & Basil washing up liquid it was the name and colour that I was first drawn to. It is a vivid purple in colour. As the name suggests it is fragranced with the flower violet and the herb basil. Both of them original and unusual fragrance choices....particularly for washing up liquids . This liquid states it cleans as well as the leading brand and also has the added benefit of an anti bacterial action. I must admit at the end of washing up I do like to squeeze a bit of anti bacterial liquid onto the used sponge, so this was a plus for me.
*** Directions for use ***
Im not going to insult you here, but the bottle gives certain instructions.The liquid is not suitable for use on clothingor fabrics.It does not state why, but I guess it will be due to the detergentscontained. However it is safe to use in septic tanks ....! Directions state to use it diluted add to warm water or to use neatuse straight onto a damp cloth or sponge. All that of course being self explanatery. (Isn't a damp cloth a fabric?).
oOoO Bubble factor OoOo
For me, even though it may not be environmentally friendly, the quality and staying power of the soapy suds is a big factor. Many cheap washing up liquids fail miserably on this count, so therefore you use more of it rendering it not so cheap in the end. The well known leading brand contains an ample amount of lathering agent which other brands dont usually match. Tesco's Violet and Basil is strong competition in this department.It definitely matches the bubble factor.
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The standard leading brand which we must presume to be Fairy, retails at Tesco for 98pence for a 500ml bottle, with the anti bacterial version costing more. Standard Persil brand costs 78pence but Violet & Basil bless them are priced at 68pence for 500ml bottle. As this product is also anti-bacterial I would say it more than competes against the leading brand but value for money it surpasses it!
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I found the performance of this product as with regards cleaning ability and grease removal to be excellent and once again equally comparable to the leading brand. The soap suds are abundant throughout the wash. The perfume remains in the air long after . Personally I found this a bit over powering. The basil seemed a bit stronger than the (shrinking ) violet . The combination of the two fragrances was somewhat medical or antisceptic.
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Tesco Violet & Basil anti-bacterial washing up liquid contains, amongst other ingredients :- Anionic Surfactants, Non-Ionic Surfactants and\Amphoteric Surfactants for the information of the scientific amongst us. The main disinfectant content is Formaldehyde, (which worryingly is the liquid used in laboratories to preserve brains!) and the perfume is Linalool.
Warning note says :- Rinse and dry hands thoroughly after use.As for all detergents, if you have damaged or sensitive skin avoid prolonged contact. The use of this product is only an aid to good hygiene practices.
The product and the ingredients are not tested on animals either for or on behalf of Tesco
For further information see www.detergentinfo.com. Freephone 0800 50 55 55 Shop on-line at www.tesco.com
*LOL * To conclude on a lighter note, my husband and son were recently doing a supermarket shop for me. I had supplied a list of products needed but at the last minute realised I needed some washing up liquid. At the bottom of the list I had added, dont forget Violet & Basil. Apparently, when they read this, my husband said to my son, " Your Mother says we have to pick up Violet and Basil who the heck are they ?? Son replies, " I dont know , aren't they in Coronation Street?"
Advantages: Cleans as well as any leading brand Disadvantages: None
...in time for Corrers!)
Tesco Ultra washing-up liquid with anti-bacterial agent was a recent BOGOF in my local branch. Now you know how much I love BOGOFs (Buy One Get One Free) so I popped a couple of bottles in my trolley. Now, in the interests of fair play, and knowing that my fellow Ciaoers also love a bargain, I have decided to make this op a ROGOF (Read One Get One Free) by reviewing two varieties…. Tesco Ultra washing up liquid (Tea Tree) ... ...at how quickly and easily Tesco Ultra cut through the grease and food debris. I washed dinner plates, side plates and pudding dishes from a meal for four, three saucepans, a gravy boat and four cups and saucers, as well as cutlery and when I had finished the suds were still going strong. A casserole dish which had baked on bits was left to soak for half an hour and I was able to clean it without too much scrubbing. Furthermore, all the crockery was ...
Suzan 26.09.2001
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...I usually use the regular Tesco wash-up liquid (the one that comes in a rather plain and boring bottle and is very cheap…..no not the value one) but I happened to see that the Tesco Ultra washing up liquid was on special offer. It was on offer for 54p (for 375ml) instead of the usual 68p – a 20% saving.
To make it even more attractive there were a reasonable range of scents available – to but it bluntly I was rather fed up with ... ...second wash, and people using Tesco Value type products getting sparkling dishes. Basically if you don’t know how to clean dishes properly you’re not going to find a washing up liquid that will make your dishes look marvellous (well that’s my opinion anyway). I suppose what I’m trying to say is that I can definitely recommend using this washing up liquid. Its smells good, looks good and cleans dishes well…………….if ...
Gwenick 30.10.2001
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Advantages: Cheaper than leading brands. Disadvantages: Need to use a lot more to get bubbles, not so kind to hands.
...care when doing my weekly Tesco Internet shopping to ensure no bargains pass me by. I am always looking for the buy 1 get 1 free offers and reductions when buying 2 of the same product.
My last "bargain" just happened to be TESCO Ultra Washing Up liquid at the price of buy 2 for £1 (normal price per 375ml 64p). Let's give it a try, I thought. Although not ultra cheap it was cheaper than my normal brand - Fairy at 88p for a 500ml bottle. Not a lot ... ...the worst but I do not feel I can recommend it. I will be resorting to my Fairy in future. The TESCO Ultra liquid probably finishes up more expensive in the long run as you are having to use more.
Worth a try but won't be using again. ...
lorrmid 20.01.2003
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...many bubbles as possible.
Tesco Quality.
Tescos words are: “ We are happy to refund or replace and Tesco product which falls below your high standard which you expect. Just ask any member of staff. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Scrubbing. This washing up liquids really gets your arms moving when washing up fatty or greasy dishes. I did not need to use a scourer when using fairy but with anything more than baked beans on the ... ...writing on the bottle.
Tesco washing up liquid among with other ingredients contains:
· Less than 5% Anionic surfactants, Non ionic surfactants.
· Contains Preservative.
Overall.
Overall I don’t think its all that bad but if you do buy it don’t be a fool and compare it to Fairy. Remember its 15 PENCE! I can recommend this washing up liquid as long as you keep to the advice have given today. I rerember looking at a bottle with some ...
wilsam00 02.02.2002
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Advantages: washes well, smells nice Disadvantages: doesn't last as long, nozzle clogs
...into the trolley, when the Tesco Ultra Washing Up Liquid bottle caught my eye. At 20p a bottle cheaper than the Fairy version, I took a second look. The bottle stated "cleans as well as the leading brand". Great, I thought, another leading brand to cross off my shopping list and another winner for Tesco, so I popped a bottle in my trolley.
I have been using this washing up liquid for a few weeks now and although it does the job, I am not as pleased ... ...think it is safe to say that I will be going back to Fairy Liquid on my next shopping trip. Tesco Ultra Washing Up Liquid does what it says on the bottle but on this occasion I would have to agree that "you do get what you pay for". ...
jpass 15.07.2002
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