A: Check at least three reliable sources for any information that you read. If any information is trying to scare you, ask yourself if the writer has a hidden agenda. As for cancer… every living being - people and animals - are born with cells that can become cancerous. Run a DNA test through Ancestry.com and find out if your genes have a higher likelihood to develop certain types of cancers. You can find more reliable cancer info if you reach out to the Cancer Society, and read medical journals like JAMA ( Journal of American Medical Association). Suggestion: do not live a “fear-based life.” - [ I am a US Federal Healthcare Advocate and Independent Lobbyist. I do ongoing healthcare and medical research.]

A: Laundry soap can't cause cancer. If it did, it would be highly publicized.

A: How can laundry soap possibly cause cancer??

A: We carefully evaluate the safety of our products and ingredients before they go to market, using well-established risk assessment methods to understand both hazards and potential exposures. These risk evaluations are a mandatory part of the company's product development process, and begin during the early stages of a product's design. Be assured this detergent, and its ingredients, are safe when used as directed.

A: Our Tide Liquid Detergent has a 15 month shelf life.

A: Buy a container that works. Then stock it with Tide pods. Same great cleaning :-)

A: That's a great question. Our 46oz bottle is 19.646 in X 7.913 in X 10.906 in.

A: Even if you use the Tide gentle type, be careful choosing what type of fabric softener and dryer sheets you use. Everything should be for sensitive skin. Check for potential allergens lurking in the ingredients list. For example, I am highly allergic to PEG (polyethylene glycol). I have to make sure products I eat or drink, make up, toothpaste, skin cleaners, soaps, over the counter meds ( like some eye drops or Benadryl!) are PEG -free.

A: Tide has been tested to be safe on the skin when used as directed. However, if you have sensitive skin, you may want to use our Free & Gentle Detergent.

A: The label states: "MAY IRRITATE EYES. Do not get in eyes. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Contains surfactants (anionic and nonionic) and enzymes. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED." So, maybe not a good idea.

A: No, you should not use our laundry detergent for hand washing. Our products should only be used as directed.

A: While we can't speak for other brands, Stephanie, we can assure you that our Tide Original liquid laundry detergent will provide your clothes with a superior clean. This detergent is packed with cleaning enzymes, cleaning polymers, and a whiteness booster. We'd be happy to answer any more questions you may have, so you're always welcome to give us a call at (800) 879-8433!

A: Bounce is a great fabric softener. And as a Tide user for over 50 years, I find it still makes a positive difference to use some sort of fabric softener… since Bounce came out, I like Bounce best vs a liquid additive. But it is personal choice.

A: It features Smart Suds technology, providing quick-collapsing suds that clean faster and rinse out quickly.

A: Although formulated for deep cleaning, it may contain fragrances that could irritate sensitive skin.

A: For large loads, fill just below bar 3 on the detergent cap for optimal cleaning.

A: Yes, it is a cold water detergent that cleans effectively even in cold cycles.