@goosehd:

Soaking to me means wetting thoroughly (sink, shower, bath, bucket…) Always wash inside out, and I use liquid detergent.  I’ve not had any problems following those steps.

@Giles:

They really need to be wet (and inside out) before they hit the washing machine….

@mclaincausey:

Your washing machine may have a soak setting where it will handle that stage before it gets going.

Ended up drenching my pair under a shower before washing machine. Used just normal detergent on a 40c eco program. Came out fine, no trace of marbling or other unwanted blemishes.

I tried to search for an answer but couldn't find it. Do people use normal laundry detergent when washing their jeans? I currently cannot soak etc my pair so I was wondering if normal, 40c, cycle with normal detergent is a ok and won't cause marbling or any other unwanted effects.