I have sensitive skin, I can't use laundry detergent like Tide so I often buy the Purex. I love the fact that it has great scents(mountain fresh) the best. I buy liquid laundry detergent due to the water I have the powder clumps. When I have to get stains off of clothing I just rub a little Purex on the stain then throw in the washer. It does just a good job as any other stain cleaner.