Washing Powders

• Biological washing powders and liquids contain enzymes that help remove stains
• The enzymes are coated with a special wax that melts in the wash releasing the enzyme
• Once the stains have been broken down, they are easier for detergents to remove
• Proteases break down proteins in stains e.g. grass, blood
• Lipases break down stains containing fats and oil
• Carbohydrases break down carbohydrate-based stains, such as starch