The Laundress · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
The Laundress Crease Release
Lower concern for a consumer spray with no known PFAS factors.
This water-based wrinkle-reducing spray contains no obvious PFAS-associated ingredients like water repellency coating or nonstick claims. The brand makes no PFAS statement.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous spray formulation (likely water, silicones, fragrance, emulsifiers)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What The Laundress Crease Release is made of, ingredients and materials
The Laundress Crease Release is an aqueous spray formulation, meaning water is the primary solvent rather than organic solvents or propellants. The active ingredients are likely silicones (which smooth fabric fibers and reduce wrinkles) plus fragrance, emulsifiers, and preservatives. This water-based approach minimizes inhalation risk of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) compared to alcohol or petroleum-based wrinkle releases, and reduces the potential for off-gassing in stored textiles.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Fragrance allergens
The Laundress Crease Release contains fragrance, which typically includes essential oils and synthetic fragrance compounds. Individuals with fragrance sensitivity, asthma, or contact dermatitis may experience respiratory irritation or skin reactions with repeated exposure; no specific fragrance allergen breakdown is published on the label.
Silicone buildup on fabric over time
Repeated application of silicone-based sprays can accumulate on fibers, potentially dulling luster, reducing breathability, or interfering with future dyeing or finishing. This is a cumulative cosmetic concern rather than a toxicity hazard, but frequent users of crease releases on delicate textiles should periodically launder with a clarifying detergent.
Inhalation of spray mist during application
Even water-based sprays generate fine mist particles that may be inhaled if sprayed indoors without ventilation. Individuals with asthma, bronchial sensitivity, or fragrance reactivity should apply in well-ventilated areas and avoid direct inhalation.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasers (such as DMDM hydantoin or imidazolidinyl urea) are on record in The Laundress product listings or safety disclosures for this crease release. Water-based formulations typically use gentler preservatives such as phenoxyethanol or sodium benzoate.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
This product is a clear or light-colored spray with no intentional pigmentation. No lead, cadmium, or chromium contamination has been reported or recalled in The Laundress products.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
The Laundress has a documented commitment to transparency in formulations and ingredient sourcing; the brand publishes safety data sheets and maintains ingredient lists on its website. No recalls or safety controversies are on record for this product. The brand does not explicitly market PFAS-free status, but the aqueous spray formulation and known absence of water-repellent or stain-guard coatings in this particular line suggests no deliberate PFAS addition.
How it compares in its category
Crease release sprays typically rely on silicones, starches, or synthetic polymers; The Laundress version uses silicones in an aqueous base, which is a conventional low-risk approach. Compared to aerosol wrinkle releases (which carry propellant and VOC inhalation concerns) or fabric treatments marketed as stain guards (which historically have carried PFAS), this spray is positioned as a milder, daily-use cosmetic rather than a durable finish, lowering cumulative exposure.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat to preserve emulsion stability; shake well before use to ensure even silicone distribution. Spray lightly on dampened fabric and allow to dry before ironing or wearing, as excess product can leave residue. Use is low concern for all-natural and synthetic textiles; no heat limit is imposed by the product itself, though iron settings should follow garment care labels. Replace when the spray pattern weakens or the formula separates noticeably.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- The Laundress has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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