Bleaches and Bleach Activators In order to increase their apparent cleansing efficiency, some washing powders include bleaches or ‘bleach activators’. These are usually of an oxidative nature, though can also be reductive. Again, because of Lambswool and wool’s inherently natural characteristics, fibre can be damaged by strong solutions in these bleach-containing powders.

More often than not, these types of washing powders will cause fading of colour to Lambswool cardigans and sweaters, even erosion of fibre cuticle and a corresponding deterioration in resilience and strength.

What to use Washing powders intended for use with natural fibres (Lambswool, wool cashmere, etc) will avoid inclusion of strong bleaching and biological agents and these are therefore to be preferred for washing of your favourite Lambswool cardigans and sweaters.

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