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Proudly developed and bottled in Melbourne.
Gear Guard’s DNase I enzyme is nearly twice as effective as detergent alone at removing smells from fabric, especially in synthetics.
Yes, really! Gear Guard's DNase I enzyme only attacks the causes of bad odours,
not natural fibres like wool, silk and cashmere.
For people who take laundry seriously.
TRY THE NEW LAUNDRY SCIENCE
For the loads that work the hardest.
ADD GEAR GUARD TO MY WASH
The Laundry Booster Powered By The Enzyme People Are Raving About: DNase I
There’s a reason people are talking about the DNase I enzyme.
Sweat, skin cells, and everyday life leave behind a stubborn residue that traps odours deep in your fabrics — the kind detergent can’t shift.
Gear Guard uses DNase I to break that residue apart on a molecular level, clearing out the hidden buildup that keeps clothes smelling not-quite-clean.
Safe on wool, linen, denim, synthetics, uniforms, kids’ clothes, and activewear — and never fragranced.
Just a deeper, smarter clean that smells like nothing.
The good kind of nothing.
Why subscribers love it
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How to use Gear Guard
Works with both top loaders and front loaders.
Works with all detergent types. Article: Which detergent is best?
Follow these quick steps and let the enzymes do the work.
Works with all detergent types. Article: Which detergent is best?
Follow these quick steps and let the enzymes do the work.
Step 1
Add your detergent of choice as you normally would.
Step 2
Grab a capful of Gear Guard and get ready to pour.
Step 3
Add the capful to your machine.
For front loaders: add it to the ‘II’ wash compartment.
Your questions answered
Ingredients
The DNase I enzyme
The powerhouse of Gear Guard! A naturally occurring enzyme, DNase I breaks down sweat residue, organic gunk, and the extracellular eDNA that binds odour residues to fabric like glue.
Water
Water helps distribute the enzyme evenly across your gear, ensuring every fibre gets cleaned thoroughly.
Preservatives (MCI & MI)
To ensure Gear Guard stays fresh and effective, even in warm and humid environments, we use small amounts of preservatives - Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and Methylisothiazolinone (MI). While these are commonly used in many household products, we know that some people with sensitive skin may experience Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD). If you’ve had sensitivities before, we recommend trying a single bottle first. We’re happy to offer a full refund if it’s not right for you.
Head to our FAQs if you would like a little more detail or have more questions.
Shelf life
Over 12 months (Likely much longer!)
Here at Garame Cleaning Co HQ (a.k.a. our home laundry), we’re still using bottles from our original batch, more than 18 months after they were made. And the good news is they’re still working perfectly.
As long as your bottle stays sealed between uses and isn’t stored somewhere hot for long periods (like in a car or on a sunny window sill), Gear Guard should stay just as effective well beyond the 12-month mark.
Does Gear Guard expire or lose effectiveness over time?
Not in any noticeable way!
Because Gear Guard’s active enzyme (DNase I) is stable in liquid form, it doesn’t “expire” like food or detergent might. Over time (We’re talking years here) there might be a very slight reduction in enzyme activity, but nothing you’d ever notice in a regular wash cycle.
If it’s been sitting for a while, just give the bottle a quick shake before use to make sure everything’s evenly mixed, and you’re good to go.
Water hardness vs DNase I
Water hardness refers to the presence of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, in water.
Our key ingredient, DNase I, is activated in the laundry cycle when it comes into contact with water and the fabric. It remains active in both hard and soft water, and isn't negatively effected by higher concentrations of calcium or magnesium.
This means that the capful dosage will work just as well in hard or soft water.
How Gear Guard works
Why do some fabrics hold onto stubborn smells, even after washing?
It has a lot to do with the material of clothing, not bacteria and not your hygiene. As bacteria break down the things human's leave on fabrics, the leftover residues and compounds are what cling to fabrics. This is especially true for synthetic fibres like polyester and nylons, like are used in most of the gear and apparel you sweat in.
Bacteria themselves do not cause those recurring odours. This is why sanitisers aren't effective at removing embedded 'permastink'.
Traditional detergents clean surface dirt, and sanitisers neutralise bacteria but miss the residues that hang on to the fibres themselves. These left-behinds are what cause smells to keep coming back. When you're wearing those clothes again, the oily sweat residues and odorous compounds get warmed up by your body heat and mix with new sweat and start to evaporate. From here, they take on a new, especially foul kind of aroma, almost like an ammonia smell. Regular detergents and sanitisers can't help from here!
So, how does Gear Guard make a difference?
Gear Guard's enzyme DNase I targets the extracellular DNA (eDNA) in those organic left-overs, removing the 'glue' that holds odours and grime in fabric fibres. This then lets those compounds and residues be washed away. It usually takes two washes for the Gear Guard magic to really take hold.
Delivery & shipping
Where do you ship to?
Globally! We're experimenting with global shipping to see if we can sustain an affordable product AND competitive shipping.
Shipping in Australia
We use Australia Post when shipping within Australia, from our warehouse in Sydney. Shipping is free on 3 or more bottles to anywhere in Australia, or AU$4.99 for one or two bottles.
International shipping
We use Australia Post for all international orders.
💡 Heads up! 💡
Free shipping on orders of our 6 bottle bundle, worldwide! Add a few more bottles and save up to 35%.
For all other order sizes, shipping costs are a flat rate, and will be calculated at checkout. For our main destinations:
New Zealand - NZ$9.99 flat rate
USA - US$9.99 flat rate
Canada - CA$14.99 flat rate
UK - £9.99 flat rate
Do you sell wholesale or by the case?
Yes! Gear Guard can be sold in 40 bottle cartons. We'd love to chat to folks interested in a partnership to sell overseas so Get in contact!
Delivery and tracking
Most orders will go out the same day if they ordered before 10am Sydney time. Tracking is provided for all deliveries.
Money back guarantee
Not satisfied?
We're confident you'll love Gear Guard and smell the difference 💜
If, however, you're not 100% satisfied and the stink is still there after a couple of washes, hit us up for a full refund - no returns required. This only applies for your first order. Get in contact!
Full range of FAQ's
For more detail or other questions, head to ourFAQ's section.
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