Barf Hand-Wash Washing Powder

Barf is one of Paxan's best-known laundry brands in Iran, and this is its hand-wash formula: a free-flowing powder that whips up plenty of foam in a bucket or tub and lifts sweat, grease and everyday dirt from collars and cuffs. Paxan makes its hand powders to be kind to the skin, so your hands feel less dry after a big wash, and a fresh scent stays on clothes after drying.

In Pakistan many families still wash shalwar kameez, school uniforms and dupattas by hand, often in hard water that eats up ordinary surf. Barf dissolves quickly and keeps foaming, so a little goes a long way, and the 3 kg bag is a real money saver for large households. It is a popular Irani alternative to local brands at a noticeably lower price.

Why you'll love it

• Rich foam made for hand washing in buckets and tubs
• Gentle on hands, tough on collar and cuff dirt
• Helps keep colours bright and fabrics looking fresh
• Fresh, long-lasting scent after drying

Storage & use

• Dissolve about half a cup in 8 to 10 litres of water, soak for 15 to 20 minutes, then scrub and rinse
• Store in a cool, dry place with the pack closed; keep out of reach of children