Is Ultra Downy a detergent?

Yes, for best results, use WITH detergent. Ultra Downy is a fabric conditioner that will provide your clothing with scent, softness, static reduction and protection from the laundry damage of stretching, fading and fuzz. read more

Fabric softeners are formulated to do just what they say—soften and freshen fabric. Downy fabric softener, or fabric conditioner, will soften your clothes, too. But Downy is formulated to help prevent fading, pilling and stretching, and protect the clothes you love. read more

Ultra Downy is a fabric conditioner; Unstopables are long-lasting scent boosters, not conditioners. read more

In addition to water, fragrance and coloring, the ingredients in Ultra Downy liquid fabric softener include diethyl ester dimethyl ammonium chloride, a softening agent; calcium chloride; a process aid such as water; and formic acid, which works to control the solution's acid/alkaline balance. read more