I've been a fan of Sorti dish soap for a while now - it's a bit cheaper than AOS, and just as effective, so when one's out of stock, I grab the other.
The Sorti with chamomile extract, though, is a different story. All its properties are there, but the smell is just off. I mean, it's not like any other Sorti I've used, but this scent takes the cake for being the most chemical-smelling.
As a regular user of Sorti dish soap, I was excited to try the chamomile extract variant. I've always appreciated the convenience and effectiveness of Sorti, and the addition of chamomile seemed like a great idea. However, my experience with this particular product has been a letdown.
Firstly, let's talk about the packaging. I bought the Sorti in a larger quantity, 900g. The packaging is always convenient and high-quality, no matter the size. The dispenser is great, the nozzle is optimally extended, and the bottle won't leak a drop.
One of the things I like about Sorti is its consistency. It's thick enough for comfortable and economical use. I've noticed that Sorti and AOS always have that bright green color, which throws me off - why so much dye? Sometimes it even stains kitchen sponges, making them look old and grimy right away.
Now, let's get to the main issue with this product - the scent. To be honest, I wouldn't even call it a scent. It's not a pleasant, sharp chemical smell, but this one's a real stinker. Not like any chamomile I've ever smelled. At first, I thought the bottle was past its expiration date, but nope.
The smell of this dish soap is a total disaster - they really need to work on that. I've never been a fan of Sorti's scents, but this one's a major letdown. It's not strong enough to make washing dishes impossible, but it's not exactly pleasant either. To be honest, I prefer the smell of my floor and toilet cleaners.
Leaving the smell aside, the soap itself does a great job of cleaning dishes on a hard 4 setting and doesn't dry out my hands. It's got a great, thick consistency and even turns a lovely shade of green at first. The suds are pretty durable and stick around on different types of sponges, but they do tend to last longer on porous ones.
Sorti's not perfect when it comes to getting rid of grease - you might need to scrub plastic items a few times before they're spotless. Still, it does a decent job overall, leaving surfaces clean and shiny. And the best part? It works just as well in cold water.
Sorti's also great at tackling unpleasant odors, but unfortunately, it leaves a bit of a nasty smell behind - you can only really notice it when you heat up the dishes.
I've found that Sorti doesn't dry out my hands, which is a plus. I still apply hand cream afterwards, just to be safe.
If you don't mind the smell and aren't sensitive to harsh chemicals, Sorti is a decent choice. However, for me, the smell is a major drawback. I'll finish the bottle, but I'm unlikely to buy it again. The smell might be a drawback for some, but it's not a reason to avoid recommending the product. People's perceptions of smell vary, and in my household, the smell doesn't bother anyone but me.
Overall, I'd say that Sorti dish soap is a mixed bag. While it has its strengths, the smell is a major letdown. If you're looking for a dish soap that's effective and gentle on your hands, you might want to consider other options. However, if you're not too particular about scents, Sorti might be worth a try.
Rating: 3/5 stars
Effective at cleaning dishes
Gentle on hands
Works well in cold water
Decent at tackling unpleasant odors
Strong chemical smell
Stains kitchen sponges
Leaves a bit of a nasty smell behind