Febreze is a brand of fabric and air fresheners that is owned by Procter & Gamble. The products are designed to eliminate odors instead of masking them, leaving a fresh scent behind. Febreze was introduced in 1998 as a spray for fabrics and has since expanded to a variety of different products including air fresheners, fabric refreshers, candles, and more.
Febreze works by trapping and neutralizing odor molecules instead of just masking them. The active ingredient in Febreze is cyclodextrin, which is a type of molecule that has a donut-like shape. When it comes into contact with odor molecules, it traps them inside the center of the molecule, effectively neutralizing the odor.
Febreze has a wide variety of products for different applications, including:
- Fabric refreshers: Febreze fabric refreshers are designed to eliminate odors from fabrics such as couches, carpets, and curtains. They come in a spray bottle and can be used on a wide variety of fabrics.
- Air fresheners: Febreze air fresheners are designed to eliminate odors in the air. They come in a variety of different forms such as sprays, plug-ins, and automatic air fresheners.
- Car air fresheners: Febreze car air fresheners are designed to eliminate odors in your car. They come in a variety of different forms such as clip-ons and vent clips.
- Candles: Febreze candles are designed to eliminate odors and provide a pleasant scent. They come in a variety of different scents and sizes.
- Pet odor eliminators: Febreze pet odor eliminators are designed to eliminate pet odors such as urine and feces. They come in a variety of different forms such as sprays and powders.
- Fabric sprays: Febreze fabric sprays are designed to eliminate odors from fabrics such as clothing and bedding. They come in a variety of different scents and can be used on a wide variety of fabrics.
Febreze has become a popular brand due to its effectiveness in eliminating odors and leaving a fresh scent behind. The brand has also become known for its memorable advertising campaigns, which often involve humorous scenarios in which people are confronted with unpleasant odors.