| abstract |
There is provided an environmentally compatible composition comprising a malodor binding polymer, a malodor counteractant comprising at least one aliphatic aldehyde, and an aqueous carrier, wherein the composition is essentially free of any material that damages or stains the fabric . In some embodiments, the malodor binding polymer comprises a homopolymeric polyethyleneimine having a molecular weight of from about 1,000 to about 2,000,000 Daltons. Such a conditioning composition may be used to reduce odors and / or microorganisms on an inanimate surface or in the air. |