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Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
Vanish is a brand I trust
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I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
Vanish Gold is easy to use
Vanish Gold :
4.56 out of 5 based on 236 reviews.

As busy mums, there is one thing we know for sure … there is always a pile of clothes to be washed, and plenty of stains to be removed. 

Which is why we are thrilled to announce the Vanish Gold product review.

We’ll be sending selected mums a Vanish Gold stain removal kit to try and review in their very own laundries.

Introducing Vanish Gold …

New Vanish Gold is the gold standard in stain removal. It’s a superior and versatile product that removes stains in just 30 seconds. 

With it’s super-boosted oxi action formula, each dose of Vanish Gold is bursting with stain removal power – instantly releasing millions of bubbles to lift and dissolve stains away in no time!

For gold standard results – no matter how you use it:

  • Apply directly on tough stains for maximum speed and powder.
  • Soak to dissolve and lift out even dried in stains.
  • Add on top of your detergent in the wash, for stains you may miss.

Watch Lisa’s review of Vanish Gold …

Find out more about Vanish Gold …

For more information about Vanish Gold, click here.

Where to buy Vanish Gold …

Vanish Gold is available from Coles, Woolworths, pharmacies as well as online.

Vanish Gold product review …

Vanish_GOLD_product_image_253x300In the Vanish Gold product review, selected mums will be asked to put the Vanish Gold stain removal kit to the test in their very own homes, before posting their reviews and ratings on this page.

Applications to participate in the Vanish Gold product review have now closed. If you missed out this time, don’t be discouraged. There’ll be lots of opportunities for you to take part in a product review in the future. If you’re not a member, join Mouths of Mums here to receive invitations to participate in future reviews. 


Published 27th April 2015


  • Vanish Gold

    We often need to soak our baby’s clothes as he can make quite the mess! We have found that Vanish works particularly well and removes even the toughest food stains. Also my husband’s shirts often build up unsightly stains in the underarms and Vanish seems to do the trick. I will definitely buy again.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Vanish Works

    Vanish Gold has become the number one stain remover in our house as it works so well. We have continued to use it as we get some pretty grubby clothes around here and it always does a good job of getting rid of the nastiest stains. I always recommend it to people.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Couldn't live without it

    Great product

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • great product

    Hello. I think that vanish is a little bit pricey to buy in the shop, even with a discount. I think that the amazing way that this works, justifies the cost though. You only really need a little of the product for spot stains but i use the recommended amount in the washing. This actually works well and does what it says it will do on the container!. This is a great size to store in the laundry and is very versatile to use. This gets out a wide variety of stains and it does not wreck or damage the clothes in any way. overall i am pretty impressed with this product and it’s amazing range of cleaning ability especially with my three young children always messing up their clothes or sheets etc. Thanks for taking the time to read my review on vanish.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Great stain remover

    I have 3 kids and a big kid (husband) that all must enjoy messing up their clothes. Since using vanish gold it has been so easy to get the stains out. From spew and vegetable stains to dirty grass stains to grease stains. It’s never been easier. Won’t use another stain remover since using this! They are now bright and clean clothes. This makes me a happy mum!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Won't buy any other stain remover!

    I have a baby, 2 kids and a big kid (husband) that all must enjoy messing up their clothes. Since using vanish gold it has been so easy to get the stains out. From spew and vegetable stains to dirty grass stains to grease stains. It’s never been easier. Won’t use another stain remover since using this! They are now bright and clean clothes. This makes me a happy mum!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Won't buy anything else

    I have a baby, 2 kids and a big kid (husband) that all must enjoy messing up their clothes. Since using vanish gold it has been so easy to get the stains out. From spew and vegetable stains to dirty grass stains to grease stains. It’s never been easier. Won’t use another stain remover since using this! Such bright and clean clothes. This makes me happy.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Top product

    I have a baby, 2 kids and a big kids that all must enjoy messing up their clothes. Since using vanish gold it has been so easy to get the stains out. From spew and vegetable stains to dirty grass stains to grease stains. It’s never been easier. Won’t use another stain remover since using this! Such bright and clean clothes. This makes me happy.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • This is the best stain remover on the market

    I have a baby, 2 kids and a big kids that all must enjoy messing up their clothes. Since using vanish gold it has been so easy to get the stains out. From spew and vegetable stains to dirty grass stains to grease stains. It’s never been easier. Won’t use another stain remover since using this! Such bright and clean clothes.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • The best stain remover

    I have a baby, 2 kids and a big kids that all must enjoy messing up their clothes. Since using vanish gold it has been so easy to get the stains out. From spew and vegetable stains to dirty grass stains to grease stains. It’s never been easier. Won’t use another stain remover since using this!
    The best stain remover I have ever used!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Waste of money does not work

    Bought vanish gold to remove. Food stains on my son’s white t shirt I’ve scrubbed I’ve soaked I’ve put it in the wash with vanish at 60 it hasn’t removed the stains so far used a quarter of a tub washed it 4 times Do Not Buy get something that does remove stains

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Love this as my only stain remover.

    I use this on a daily basis as I have a 3yo it removes all food dirt and especially his reusable nappy stains in so little time. My fiance is a mechanic and it brings out anything that he gets on his shirts before I had to soak them overnight now I just make this into a paste apply it to the stain and put it through the wash Brilliant!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Quick & Effective

    I have always been a Vanish user & was keen to try the Gold & have been pleasantly surprised by how quick & effective it is. It has removed most of my husbands stains from his grubby farm work clothes, I have no idea how he gets so much grease on him! This will be a staple in my laundry now.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • A regular purchase

    I love Vanish gold stain remover. This, and other vanish varieties are staples in our house. I can not imagine doing a load of washing without using it – especially with YOUNG BOYS who like to play in the dirt and give their clothes a work out. If they ever took this off the market I would be lost.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • vanish great for stains

    this is a product great for mums with bubs that like to make a mess and get gruby. there is no fuss and this product is easy to use. I recommend this product and try it for your next load of washing im sure you will be happy, also leaves the clothes fresh. Very effective on stains. give it a go.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Very Pleased

    I was generally happy with the quality and results when I used Vanish Gold. I am a busy mum of 5 young kids, and they are always getting dirty. Grass stains and mud are my biggest enemies, but I found that Vanish Gold worked really well in removing these stains without too much effort from me. I did find that I needed to use a pre-stain remover on some of the tougher grass stains. I will certainly be buying this product again

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Vanish Gold works!

    I wasn’t part of the trial team but i was looking for a new stain removal product so i gave it a go. Works really well at removing tough stains but i love it most as an in wash booster, removing stains in tandem with my laundry detergent. Look how bright my washing is!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Miracle product

    Absolutely superb for soaking all those nasty toddler and school age child stains! Guaranteed effectiveness of spaghetti bolognaise and grass stains! Had tried a cheaper version but is not worth the small saving. Vanish Gold also works great added to the weekly wash. I won’t be purchasing a different stain removing brand. Vanish Gold all the way…

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Pretty good but not yet magic!

    I use this most of the time and it does a good job on the boys’ cricket whites, futsal and soccer uniforms and their general grubby clothes. However even Vanish Gold hasn’t been able to restore my boys’ yellow sports shirts to pristine condition. Nothing I have tried has worked for those shirts!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Vanish Gold

    We often need to soak our baby’s clothes as he can make quite the mess! We have found that Vanish works particularly well and removes even the toughest food stains. Also my husband’s shirts often build up unsightly stains in the underarms and Vanish seems to do the trick. I will definitely buy again.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • This is ridiculously easy to use, and insanely effective!

    I cannot stress enough, just how messy my life is with three boys! There’s mud, blood, grass, food, and something I don’t even want to hazard a guess at what it might be! Vanish Gold is the first product I’ve tried, that ACTUALLY WORKS on all of them! Anything my boys throw at it, it throws back twice as hard. 😀 Add this to your arsenal MoM’s, you won’t regret it!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Vanish Works

    Vanish Gold has become the number one stain remover in our house as it works so well. We have continued to use it as we get some pretty grubby clothes around here and it always does a good job of getting rid of the nastiest stains. I always recommend it to people.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • whites are getting whiter

    i use Vanish gold mostly for my partners cricket whites as he generally comes home with green grass stains, dirt stains and discoloration around the collar from sun cream. i have been using Vanish for about a month now and although the stains still show i do see a difference in the whites getting whiter. i soak his whites with vanish to help get those tough stains out. sometimes its effective other times not so much. i would buy again as it does work.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Not that effective

    I bought the 500gm jar of Vanish to try as my son plays cricket and wanted to test on his white cricket uniform which normally comes back black and green from playing on the fields . Despite being a good quality powder , I found after soaking the clothes for an hour only certain stains were removed and I still needed to scrub out the rest with a brush . I didn’t find it was strong enough to remove the really tough marks at all . I would only use it on lighter less stubborn stains .

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Couldn't live without it

    Great product

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Love it

    I could not live without this product! My daughters clothes are always dirty and stained and this never fails to get the stains out. I always have a bucket made up ready to chuck clothes or nappies straight into. It is gentle and never bleaches my colours but makes the whites super white. I find other brands dont work as well as this product. I recommend this to all of my ffriends! Thanks to Mouths of mums for another great review

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • Works like magic

    I have previously used vanish products and thought that the results didn’t really match up to the adverts, so when I heard about vanish gold I thought stains vanishing in 30 seconds? This can’t be true! But to my surprise it was. The instructions were simple and easy to follow, and the process was completely mess and hassle free. I used the paste method which was

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • It Works!

    Vanish Gold, whether it be making a paste, soaking clothes or adding it to the washing, it is incredibly simple to use.

    Vanish Gold certainly lives up to all the claims it makes however, I’m not easily convinced that it deserves its higher price tag, compared to other stain removers on the market.

    I do like Vanish products in the laundry however, I will only purchase Vanish Gold if it is on sale and cheaper than other choices.

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use


  • work well if put into a wash a soaked

    When I used Vanish Gold… I found it to work well in a wash on soak. When I tried to soak cloths in a bucket I found the cloths needed longer then 30seconds, but I did find over time soaking for too long did weaken the material in my bibs making the button clip pull out of the material.



  • Great on ageing stains

    I took some baby clothes out of storage the other day and they had lots of yellow stains on them that weren’t there when I put them away. I threw them in the wash but it didn’t remove them so I decided to soak them for a couple of hours in Vanish Gold. After washing again all the stains had come out and they looked like new again!

    Vanish Gold is effective in removing stains in 30 seconds
    Vanish is a brand I trust
    I would purchase Vanish Gold again
    I would recommend Vanish Gold to other mums
    Vanish Gold is easy to use

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Summer beach and pool days are core childhood memory creators, but getting the kids out the door, not so much! From wrestling wriggly toddlers into rashies to arguing with teens trying to dodge sunscreen and cramming half the house into the car, the exhaustion can kick in before we’ve even set foot on the sand!

But there are some very clever tips that will make even the most stressful summer days smooth sailing – and the Mouths of Mums community know them all! Which is why we asked our mums for their hints, hacks and tips – from sand removal to stress-free sunscreen application (we’re going to introduce you to the fabulous new Banana Boat SmartMist Sunscreen Sprays that will make your life so much easier). 

You’ll want to take note before you next hit the beach or pool!

Pack Smart, Not Big

Do you feel like you take waaayyy too much when you head to the beach or pool, and then you seem to forget a couple of key things that would have made life so much easier?

Our Mouths of Mums community swear by this fab list of essentials which should be in every mum’s beach kit, and

  • A plastic bag for wet towels and bathers
  • A dry bag for clothes
  • A bucket or basin to wash off sandy toys
  • A ‘clean zone’, sand-free blanket or mat for eating and changing
  • A pop-up tent for changing
  • Waterproof phone case
  • Talcum powder to get sticky, wet sand off little feet. Just pop it on and brush it off – it’s magic!
  • A hand-held car vac for quick sand cleanups!

“The amount of times my kids have gone home in wet chafing swimming costumes because they didn’t want anyone to see them changing is unbelievable! Our pop up tent has been life changing! We all drive home comfy and cosy! Lastly, a sand proof picnic blanket is so perfect for a sand reprieve! The sand literally falls right through them!” – MoM Member

Get Safety Sorted Before The Fun Starts

It’s pretty hard to get the kids’ attention once you’re at the beach or pool, so the safety talk should really start at home. Our mums recommend chatting to the kids about:

  • Swimming between the flags at the beach
  • Setting a meeting spot in case anyone gets separated
  • Sunscreen: Always apply sunscreen 20 minutes before heading outdoors. And set alarms to reapply every two hours throughout the day. Reapply immediately after swimming or using a towel. 

Applying sunscreen at the start of the day and regularly throughout is so important, but it usually causes the most arguments. Kids don’t want to stop, teens assure you they ‘did it already’.

That’s where Banana Boat’s new SmartMist™ Sunscreen Spray SPF50+ actually makes a difference. The iconic sunscreen brand has just launched its newest product, which turns sunscreen time into something simple and fun. It’s an easy and convenient way to tick off sun safety – which isn’t always easy when it comes to kids!

Why Banana Boat SmartMist Sunscreen Spray makes sunscreen easier

  • The Smart Control Spray gives you the choice of a short spray for tricky spots or a long spray for larger areas like those wiggly little legs, making application simple and convenient. It also sprays from any angle – just spray, rub in and you’re ready for playtime.
  • Clear, lightweight formula that absorbs fast and with no greasy feel.
  • SPF50+ broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection and 4-hour water resistant.
  • Kids SmartMist™ is mild and gentle for kid’s sensitive skin, fragrance free and contains Aloe and Vitamin E.
  • Sport SmartMist™ features high-performance Powerstay Technology™, designed to stay on through sweat and water.

Banana Boat SmartMist makes those important sunscreen stops much easier and effective and is perfect for active Aussie families this summer.

Prep & Time It Perfectly

There’s nothing worse than kids itching to get to the beach while you’re trying to remember everything you need to pack – it makes everyone frazzled. So get prepped early – even the night before. And time your departure to minimise the amount of time in the car (and the amount of times the kids ask ‘are we there yet?!’.

“Packing the car the night before, always a huge help getting the bucket, cabana, and bag of spare clothes/towels in the boot. We usually leave straight after breakfast to avoid heavy traffic as the beach is an hour away.” – MoM Member

Pack Smart Snacks

Snacks are a must, but it can be tricky to know what’s going to survive a hot, Aussie summer day – and what’s good for hungry tummies. Here’s what our mums recommend:

  • Chopped fruit
  • Crackers
  • Boiled eggs
  • Drink bottles that have been frozen overnight

“We have a few allergies/intolerances, so being prepared with food is helpful and saves us the search and some money. I pre-chop carrots, cucumber, apples, boiled egg, in a handy separating container, a packet of chips, dip, and bring water bottles. If it’s a longer day planned at the beach I’ll bring lunch too.” – MoM Member

A chaos-free beach day. Yes please!

You don’t need a military-style plan to enjoy a sunny day out. A beach trolley, some prep, and an easy sunscreen like SmartMist™ are enough to help things run calmly – or at least calm-ish!

New Banana Boat Sport SmartMist™ Sunscreen Spray SPF50+ 200ml and Banana Boat Kids SmartMist™ Sunscreen Spray SPF50+ 200ml (RRP $28.00) are available now at leading pharmacies, supermarkets and online retailers nationwide. 


Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Wear protective clothing, a hat and sunglasses in addition to sunscreen. Reapply frequently every 2 hours or more often when sweating and immediately after swimming or using a towel. Avoid prolonged high-risk sun exposure.

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with Banana Boat to bring you this article.

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