What Is Ozone Laundry Sanitizing and Why Does It Matter?

If you’ve visited Razzle Dazzle, you’ve probably noticed the sign: “Free ozone sanitized washes.” It sounds good, but what does it actually mean - and why should you care?

How Ozone Sanitizing Works

Ozone (O3) is a naturally occurring molecule - essentially an extra-charged form of oxygen. When infused into wash water, it eliminates bacteria, viruses, mould, and odours on contact. It then breaks down back into regular oxygen, leaving nothing behind. No chemical residue, no fragrance, no additives.

What It Does for Your Clothes

Ozone sanitizing does three things that regular detergent alone can’t. First, it disinfects without heat - so you can wash in cold water and still get a hygienic clean. Second, it softens fabrics naturally, reducing the need for fabric softener. Third, it’s gentler on colours and fibres than hot water or bleach, meaning your clothes last longer.

What It Does for the Machine

Here’s the part most people miss: ozone doesn’t just clean your clothes - it cleans the machine at the same time. Every wash cycle sanitizes the drum, the hoses, and the water path. At Razzle Dazzle, this means every load starts in a genuinely clean machine, not one that’s carrying residue from the last customer.

Why It’s Free

At Razzle Dazzle, ozone sanitizing isn’t an upgrade or an add-on. It runs automatically on every wash, at no extra cost. We built it into the system because we believe clean laundry starts with a clean machine - and you shouldn’t have to pay extra for that.

Better for Sensitive Skin

Because ozone reduces the need for hot water, bleach, and heavy detergents, it’s a better option for anyone with sensitive skin or allergies. Less chemical exposure means fewer irritants against your skin - especially important for children’s clothing, bedding, and towels.

Experience the difference at Razzle Dazzle, 501 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712. Open 7 days, 7am-9pm.