Woolite Darks Defense is a first of its kind formula that protects synthetics and blends from damage in the wash, perfect for your favorite jeans, leggings, yoga pants, and go-to blouse
Protects from fading, pilling for up to 20 washes and stretching for up to 6 washes
Keeps your clothes looking like new for up to 20 washes, combination of ingredients to gently clean stains, while protecting your clothes (protects against fading for up to 20 washes)
Free from Optical Brighteners, Phosphates, Bleach, and Dyes
Good for both regular and HE washing machine
Description
Use Woolite Darks laundry detergent so the love for your dark clothes doesn't have to fade! We all love the way dark clothes make us feel and no one wants that feeling to fade. However, no matter how carefully you wash your favorite jeans or little black dress, they can fade, change color, or bleed in the wash cycle making them less enjoyable to wear. Woolite Darks liquid laundry detergent has the perfect balance of clean and care, keeping the darks you love vibrant even after 30 washes! Woolite Darks formula contains an active ingredient that acts as a dye magnet to collect loose dye particles during the wash cycle, preventing color transfer & fading so dark colors stay dark for longer! Woolite Darks formula, now enhanced with Color Renew, brings the color back to your beloved dark clothes as it smooths rough fibers, removes pilling and revives colors.
Scent: Fresh
Health Facts: Bleach-Free
Product Warning: Keep out of reach of children
Product Form: Liquid
Sustainability Claims: Contains Recycled Content
Number of uses: 66
TCIN: 84221889
UPC: 062338837680
Item Number (DPCI): 003-08-1867
Origin: Made in the USA
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CAUTION: EYE IRRITANT., CAUTION: EYE IRRITANT. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. DO NOT get in eyes. May be severely irritating to eyes. DO NOT ingest. Avoid contact with skin. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Contains Surfactants. FIRST AID: IF IN EYES, IMMEDIATELY rinse eyes with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and continue rinsing eyes for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, get medical attention. IF ON SKIN, wash with plenty of soap and water. If irritation persists, get medical attention. IF SWALLOWED, call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately., Read precautions on back., KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 11.06 inches length x 7.6 inches width x 4.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 7.05 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
Q: Does this product contain 1,4 dioxane- a known carcinogen?
Are there any other carcinogens in this product?
Which ingredients may cause harm to humans, waterways, marine life?
submitted by Kalikara - 3 years ago
A: I checked the ingredient list on the website the Woolite brand rep provided. I'm not a chemical expert, but I don't see dioxane listed anywhere. I assume that means it's not an ingredient in this detergent.
submitted byRyan - 1 year ago
A: You can see a list of ingredients on rbnainfo.com
submitted byWoolite Team - 2 years ago
Brand expert
Q: can you really smell the floral scent?
submitted by tom - 4 months ago
A: I find the scent mild and not overpowering. I wash all of my jeans and dark clothing in this with great results.
submitted byTinaMarie - 2 months ago
Q: Can I use this on my light colored delicates also
submitted by wiz3 - 6 months ago
A: Thank you for reaching out to us. Yes, however, the product is specifically manufactured to provide the gentlest care possible for dark and colored clothing. We hope this information helps! Sincerely, Woolite® Team.
submitted byWoolite Team - 6 months ago
Brand expert
Q: Will this redye black clothes?
submitted by Unknown - 1 year ago
A: Thanks for reaching out to us. Our Woolite® Darks Defense Laundry Detergent is a first of its kind formula that keeps your clothes looking like new, even synthetics and blends! It provides fade protection to keep your darks dark. This does not designed to redye black clothes. We hope this information helps. Sincerely, Your Woolite® Team.
submitted byWoolite Team - 1 year ago
Brand expert
Q: Does this product prevent color from fading or can it also restore the original color?
submitted by RC - 1 year ago
A: We appreciate your enquiry. Our Woolite® Darks Defense Laundry Detergent is a first of its kind formula that keeps your dark clothes looking like new, even synthetics and blends! It provides fade protection to keep your darks dark. Also, Woolite Darks has the perfect balance of clean and care- keeping the darks you love vibrant for up to 20 washes. We hope this information helps! Sincerely, Your Woolite® Team.
submitted byWoolite Team - 1 year ago
Brand expert
Q: Is this replacing the old scent?
submitted by Kellc28 - 1 month ago
Q: Does this product have optical brighteners?
submitted by GaraM - 2 months ago
Q: Will the dyes cause any discoloration if used for white/light graphic t-shirts?
submitted by Ben - 2 months ago
Q: Would using Woolite Dark or this product be advised for white/light graphic t-shirts?
submitted by Ben - 2 months ago
Q: Can this also be used on woolens and delicates?
The product is highly regarded for its effectiveness in maintaining the color and quality of dark clothing, with many guests noting that it keeps their clothes looking new and vibrant. However, there are significant concerns regarding the packaging and delivery, as numerous guests reported issues with leaking bottles and damaged items upon arrival. Despite these challenges, the detergent itself is praised for its cleaning power and pleasant scent, making it a popular choice for laundry care.
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1 September, 2026Verified purchase
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Best dark laundry detergent by far.
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1 September, 2026Verified purchase
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The item was open and leaking. Disgraceful!!!
Beverly
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28 August, 2026Verified purchase
Horrible packing
I dislike the way it was sent to me . It exploded in the box, so badly that the postman had to leave it in one of their boxes, so it would not mess up my driveway. Please refund . I will come in and buy it .
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23 August, 2026Verified purchase
Make my clothes looking new
Makes my clothes look new the colors don’t fade
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2 out of 5 stars
21 August, 2026Verified purchase
Leaky bottle when delivered
I like the product but the delivery was the issue. When I opened the package the bottle was leaking detergent so I did not get a quality product
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1 out of 5 stars
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21 August, 2026Verified purchase
Substituted product
Did not receive the item I ordered. Instead received darks defense as pictured This is a less expensive and less well reviewed product from woolite.
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1 out of 5 stars
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19 August, 2026
NEW REFORMULATION IS BAD!
WARNING - REFORMULATION This was my go-to for many years but they recently reformulated this with a stronger scent. I’m sensitive to scents and the original formulation was so mild that it didn’t make a difference, but now that they’ve changed it I am breaking out in rashes and my nose has been runny. Also, the detergent itself seems to be worse and leaves garments with stains and smells. DO NOT BUY!
some guy
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10 August, 2026Verified purchase
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Quality detergent
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1 out of 5 stars
10 August, 2026Verified purchase
Disppointed Loyal Customer
I ordered this product it was delivered damaged. The bottled was cracked and unusable condition leaking into the plastic bag and box. I requested a second replacement bottle be sent. The second replacement bottle arrived in worse unusable condition. I was denied a replacement or refund. This product is not useable in this condition. I was a loyal Target customer.
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9 August, 2026Verified purchase
Life saver!
Really extends the life of black clothing!
LZG
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This brand is the best for washing dark clothes.
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1 out of 5 stars
28 July, 2026Verified purchase
DAMAGED GOODS AGAIN
POOR DELIVERY- LOCAL TARGET DELIVERY DROPPED OFF ONE BOTTLE. TSRGET DID NOT SECURE BOTTLE- WHEN OPENED BOX WAS LEAKING- CALLED TARGET CS- THEY WANT ME TO RETURN IT. I AM DISABLED. NOT MY FAULT LEAKING. PUT PLASTIC UNDER BOX, WENT TO MOVE IT AND ALL OVER MY NEW FLOORING! SEE PHOTOS! TARGET CS HUNG UP ON ME. I AM NOT RETURNING THE SOAKED BOX. TARGET LOST CUSTOMER POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. YOU DO NOT HANG UP ON A CUSTOMER
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27 July, 2026Verified purchase
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Terrible delivery or handling skills
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4 out of 5 stars
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16 July, 2026Verified purchase
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one of the woolite bottles was leaking.
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7 July, 2026Verified purchase
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My container was definitely not 100 oz. When I got home and picked it up from inside car, I knew right away it was too light. I just didn’t feel like going back. Next time if I buy again I will feel it when they put it in car.
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1 out of 5 stars
1 July, 2026Verified purchase
Target's poor delivery service.
Nothing wrong with this item. It is Target's errors. This was coming from AZ location to me in a northern AZ area. Was shipped to New Mexico, then Kentucky. Still have not received after expected delivery date. They tell me I have to wait more days to report it lost even though their tracking clearly shows it is in Kentucky.
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29 June, 2026Verified purchase
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ths was ordered and never delivered. Target reordered it but that order did not come. FedEx says it is undeliverablle. Now I can't get a refund until the item is returned......I never got it to return it!!!
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1 out of 5 stars
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27 June, 2026Verified purchase
Bottom leaked & messed up everything around & below it
The bottom leaked & detergent messed up my shelf & dripped onto another shelf & onto my Dyson vacuum and ruined it.
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